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Strictly judge would like to see a big shake up on next year’s show

Strictly Come Dancing head judge Shirley Ballas has revealed she would like to see a big shake up on next year's show.

The Independent UK · Dec 20, 2025

Strictly judge received misogynistic abuse after fan favourite was eliminated

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The Independent UK · Dec 19, 2025

Strictly judge Shirley Ballas says she was unfairly blamed for Lewis Cope elimination

Ballas says Craig Revel Horwood and Anton Du Beke don’t receive as much criticism as female judges

The Independent UK · Dec 19, 2025

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BBC denies Strictly is relocating to Manchester next year: ‘There are no plans to move’

Broadcaster says reports claiming series will transfer to Salford studios are ‘pure speculation’

The Independent UK · Dec 16, 2025

Shirley Ballas backs Rylan Clark and Judge Rinder as future Strictly hosts

Strictly Come Dancing head judge Shirley Ballas has revealed which celebrities she would like to see replace Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman as hosts.

The Independent UK · Dec 15, 2025

'Who said you can't rock a mini skirt at 65?!' - Shirley Ballas' elegant festive outfit is a masterclass in ageless style

Proving that fashion and style are ageless, the Strictly star encouraged fans to embrace confidence this festive season

Woman & Home · Dec 15, 2025

Claudia Winkleman tears up over Strictly Come Dancing exit as fans worry about the show’s future

Judges Shirley Ballas, Craig Revel Horwood, Anton Du Beke and Motsi Mabuse surprised the presenters with a highlights reel

Evening Standard · Dec 15, 2025

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Former England Lionesses footballer Karen Carney tops Strictly semi-final table

Carney and her professional dance partner Carlos Gu scored 39 for their waltz to One Moment In Time by Whitney Houston.

Evening Standard · Dec 13, 2025

Strictly Come Dancing live: Karen Carney and Carlos Gu burst into tears in emotional semi-final

All the live updates from semi-final of BBC dancing competition

The Independent UK · Dec 13, 2025

Strictly’s Shirley Ballas breaks silence on Johannes Radebe rumoured exit

Strictly Come Dancing head judge Shirley Ballas has set the record straight over Johannes Radebe’s rumoured exit from the show.

The Independent UK · Dec 13, 2025

Strictly judge issues message to Katya Jones after emotional elimination

Strictly Come Dancing head judge Shirley Ballas has issued a message of support to Katya Jones following her exit from the competition.

The Independent UK · Dec 12, 2025

It's strictly Christmas at Shirley Ballas' London home, as the star gives fans a behind-the-scenes tour

The head judge invites us to step into Christmas at her stunning house, where every room is decorated with sentimental touches

Woman & Home · Dec 12, 2025

In exquisite red velvet, Shirley Ballas just proved the mini dress is an ageless classic

When it comes to festive dressing, this timeless formula is always a winner

Woman & Home · Dec 7, 2025

Amber Davies receives perfect score during musicals week on Strictly

The reality TV and West End star top the leaderboard with 40 points.

Evening Standard · Dec 6, 2025

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The Independent UK · Dec 6, 2025

Strictly star breaks down in tears when praised after ‘demoralising’ experience

‘Coming back to dance that kind of performance, I have chills’ said Shirley Ballas

The Independent UK · Nov 30, 2025

Alex Kingston eliminated from Strictly Come Dancing after ‘difficult’ dance off

Judges were split over latest decision on BBC competition

Evening Standard · Nov 29, 2025

Lewis Cope tops Strictly leader board and wins first Instant Dance challenge

Saturday night was eventful in the Strictly studios after the BBC dance competition introduced a new challenge.

Evening Standard · Nov 28, 2025

First two celebrities announced for Strictly Come Dancing live tour

Janette Manrara returns as host, alongside judges Shirley Ballas, Anton Du Beke and Craig Revel Horwood.

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The Conversation · Nov 27, 2025

Why it’s so easy to choke on fish bones – and the other dangers they pose

Strictly Come Dancing judge Shirley Ballas recently revealed that she’d “thought that was it” after a fish bone became lodged in her throat. Ballas’s terrifying ordeal lasted for 20 minutes, with the judge struggling to breathe until her hair and makeup artist managed to dislodge the bone using the Heimlich…

The Independent UK · Nov 25, 2025

EastEnders star confirmed for Strictly Come Dancing Christmas Special

‘I’m really excited to be doing this, almost as excited as my wife and daughters are,’ joked the actor

The Independent UK · Nov 25, 2025

Fourth celebrity announced for Strictly Christmas special

Actor Nicholas Bailey, best known for his role as Dr Anthony Trueman in EastEnders, has been confirmed as the fourth celebrity contestant for the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas Special. Bailey will partner with professional dancer Luba Mushtuk, as he trades Albert Square for the festive ballroom. He expressed his excitement…

The Independent UK · Nov 24, 2025

Strictly confirms pop star will take part in Christmas special

The singer says she is ‘so excited’ to take to the ballroom

The Independent UK · Nov 24, 2025

Shirley Ballas reveals Strictly stylist saved her life after she choked on a fishbone minutes before Blackpool live show

A Strictly Come Dancing judge revealed she “couldn’t breathe” and “almost didn’t make it” just 20 minutes before the Blackpool special on Saturday (22 November).

The Independent UK · Nov 24, 2025

Shirley Ballas ‘thought it was the end’ after scary choking incident before Strictly’s Blackpool episode

‘Strictly’ judge praised her ‘wonderful’ assistant who came to the rescue before Saturday’s show

Evening Standard · Nov 24, 2025

Ian ‘H’ Watkins: La Voix would have gone ‘a lot further’ in Strictly

The Steps singer said it was “amazing” that his band had the chance to open Saturday night’s dance show nearly 30 years after they got together.

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