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BBC responds after censoring Strictly star’s t-shirt with pro-trans ‘Protect The Dolls’ slogan

‘House of the Dragon’ star Bethany Antonia’s shirt was censored in some rehearsal footage

The Independent UK · Oct 12

BBC defends removal of Trans rights t-shirt from Strictly footage

The BBC has defended its decision to edit the trans rights slogan "Protect the Dolls" out of rehearsal footage on Strictly Come Dancing. Actress Bethany Antonia wore the slogan t-shirt during rehearsals, but it was edited to appear plain white during Saturday's broadcast. A BBC spokesperson stated the action aligned…

The Independent UK · Oct 12

Trans rights T-shirt slogan removal on Strictly ‘in line with guidelines’ – BBC

The BBC edited a trans rights slogan off a t-shirt worn by Bethany Antonia.

Evening Standard · Oct 12

New Strictly Come Dancing couples to perform first live dance

Last weekend’s episode saw Strictly’s new hosts Emma Willis, Josh Widdicombe and Johannes Radebe present their first show.

Evening Standard · Sep 26

Strictly Come Dancing 2026 songs and dances revealed for first live show

The 15 celebrity contestants will take to the ballroom for the first time on Saturday, with everything from quicksteps and sambas to a Harry Styles tango and a Whitney Houston cha cha

Evening Standard · Sep 25

Strictly Come Dancing review – delighted new hosts help show feel genuinely fresh

The presenters look terrified and some of the celebs are hard to identify, but Strictly remains a rare refuge of joy

The Guardian - UK · Sep 19

Strictly star Bethany Antonia gets emotional over ‘special’ same-sex pairing with Nancy Xu

Strictly Come Dancing contestant Bethany Antonia became emotional as she was paired with professional dancer Nancy Xu.

The Independent UK · Sep 19

Strictly 2026: All the pairings and fan reaction after launch show

The launch show saw celebs and pros paired off with a never-seen-before format

Evening Standard · Sep 19

Dani Dyer reunites with Nikita Kuzmin as Strictly pairings for 2026 revealed

The launch show opened with a dance number from the professionals, judges and the new hosts.

Evening Standard · Sep 19

Strictly Come Dancing 2026: All the pairings in the BBC cast

The BBC competition is officially underway as the many pairings compete for that glitterball trophy

The Independent UK · Sep 19