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BBC director-general breaks silence on Strictly Come Dancing 'abuse' controversy

THE BBC director-general has issued an apology to Strictly Come Dancing contestants amid a storm of negative stories about the culture on the…

The National (Scotland)

Tim Davie says sorry over Strictly scandal but insists show must go on

BBC boss said: ‘I’m very sorry that anyone has had an experience on Strictly that hasn’t been wholly positive’

The Independent UK

BBC 'considers axing five Strictly Come Dancing veterans' amid ongoing scandal

Up to five dancers may face dismissal ahead of the 2024 series

Evening Standard

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Strictly pro Janette Manrara breaks her silence after Will Bayley claims show left him with ‘horrific’ injury

The Paralympian, 36, alleged his then pro dance partner made him redo a jump that led to a lifelong injury

Evening Standard

Amanda Abbington: I thought ‘long and hard’ before making Strictly complaint

The 50-year-old made allegations about the behaviour of Giovanni Pernice on Strictly Come Dancing.

Evening Standard

Strictly judge Craig Revel Horwood speaks out on ‘shock’ of scandal engulfing BBC reality series

TV star claims he learned of the allegations ‘through the press’

The Independent UK

Strictly Come Dancing’s Nadiya Bychkova denies making complaint to BBC about show

Dancer says she is ‘looking forward to the new series’ amid reports of ‘Strictly’ backstage drama

The Independent UK

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How professionals chasing social media fame may undo Strictly Come Dancing

Whereas once it was enough to enjoy a few weeks on air, now many participants are after influencer endorsement

The Guardian - UK

Strictly crisis deepens as 'upset' pro dancer Nadiya Bychkova 'complains to BBC about show'

The news come amid reports the dancer split from fellow Strictly star Kai Widdrington, 28

Evening Standard

Strictly's Graziano Di Prima 'made mistake' and kicked Zara McDermott during rehearsals, agent confirms

The Italian dancer has moved back to Italy after being dropped from Strictly Come Dancing

Evening Standard

Strictly dancer admits kicking his celebrity partner during rehearsals

Spokesperson for Graziano Di Prima says he accepts he ‘crossed the line’ in the incident with Zara McDermott

The Guardian - UK

Richard Madeley claims ‘no one is surprised’ by Strictly Come Dancing scandal

Presenter had been told ‘Strictly’ is a ‘wonderful show with a dark heart’

The Independent UK

Ex-Strictly professional James Jordan slams resurfaced training footage

The dancer, who appeared on the BBC series from 2006 to 2013, claimed: ‘The producers loved to paint me as the bad guy and I played along’

Evening Standard

Strictly Come Dancing has ‘dark heart’, says ex-contestant Rev Richard Coles

Coles says ‘no one surprised’ by allegations about treatment of contestants in ‘intensely competitive’ show

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Marie Claire

Another Strictly Come Dancing pro is reportedly being investigated for their behaviour

Evening Standard

Third Strictly professional identified as ‘person of interest’ in probe into BBC show

The show has been marred by a string of misconduct allegations in recent weeks

The Independent UK

Ex-Strictly pro speaks out on ‘disturbing’ Graziano Di Prima allegation

Show has been hit by a flurry of accusations

The Independent UK

Ex-BBC commissioner makes Strictly prediction after ‘unacceptable’ scandal

Former BBC One controller has reflected on show’s future amid behind-the-scenes allegations

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The Independent UK

Strictly Come Dancing: Graziano Di Prima admits he kicked Zara McDermott in rehearsal

The dancing show’s crisis seems to be worsening

Evening Standard

Strictly Come Dancing: Timeline of scandals involving Graziano Di Prima and Giovanni Pernice

Once the jewel in the BBC’s crown, Strictly Come Dancing has been marred by a series of controversies in recent months.

Evening Standard

Strictly Come Dancing chaperones to be brought in by BBC after complaints about dancers

It comes amid allegations against Giovanni Pernice and reports about Zara McDermott’s treatment on the show

Evening Standard

Good Morning Britain's Kate Garraway weighs in on Graziano Di Prima allegations following Strictly axing

The broadcaster described the alleged treatment of the show’s celebrities as ‘quite abusive’

The Independent UK

Timeline of Strictly scandals: From Graziano Di Prima to Giovanni Pernice

The two dancers are facing allegations about their behaviour during rehearsals

The Guardian - UK

‘Incredibly distressing’: what do the latest misconduct allegations mean for Strictly’s future?

Former contestant Zara McDermott has contacted the BBC about her treatment following Graziano Di Prima’s exit from the dance contest. Can the show shake this off?

The Independent UK

BBC to introduce Strictly Come Dancing chaperones for stars after abuse allegations

Claims against Giovanni Pernice and Graziano Di Prima have rocked the show

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