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Is this Strictly Come Dancing’s most controversial series yet? From Wynne Evans's apology to shock elimination

There have been plenty of standout moments on the dance floor, but this year’s Strictly has not been short of drama

Evening Standard · Oct 16, 2024

Strictly's most controversial moments from Giovanni Pernice to Seann Walsh

As the Saturday night entertainment show celebrates 20 years, scandal has often not been too far away. We take a look back at Strictly’s most controversial moments

Evening Standard · Oct 15, 2024

Giovanni Pernice's comeback confirmed after being cleared following Strictly probe

He will go on the run alongside former dance partner on Celebrity Hunted

Evening Standard · Oct 14, 2024

Amanda Abbington was brave enough to complain. She shouldn’t shrink from admitting it

Women are no longer afraid to be branded scolds – it’s time we had the courage of our convictions

The Guardian - UK · Oct 6, 2024

Giovanni Pernice 'plans' Strictly return in wake of Amanda Abbington investigation

The pro-dancer saw 11 of the 17 allegations made against him by the Sherlock actress dropped by the BBC

Evening Standard · Oct 4, 2024

Strictly judge Shirley Ballas reacts to outcome of Giovanni Pernice investigation

Ballas had previously defended the dancer during his investigation by the BBC

The Independent UK · Oct 3, 2024

Strictly scandal: Giovanni Pernice accuses Amanda Abbington of 'spreading false claims' in Newsnight interview

Sherlock star Abbington details graphic 'sexual gesture' claim against Pernice

Evening Standard · Oct 3, 2024

Amanda Abbington makes surprise claim about BBC’s Strictly scandal result

‘There are still things in there that are unresolved,’ show’s former contestant said

The Independent UK · Oct 3, 2024

Sherlock producer says Benedict Cumberbatch show will return – on one condition

’There is a future for it,’ acclaimed drama’s producer said

The Independent UK · Oct 2, 2024

Strictly Come Dancing’s summer of scandal is not over yet – its future remains in the balance

The BBC series must prove it’s in a new era – otherwise it might lose its sparkle for good, says Katie Rosseinsky

The Independent UK · Oct 1, 2024