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BIZARRE: 3 - What They Never Told You

Chris McCausland is a heroic Strictly winner in a series struck by one controversy after another

COMMENT: The 20th anniversary run of ‘Strictly Come Dancing’ has finally drawn to a close. Rachel McGrath looks back on an eventful series, from ‘hand-gate’ to Amy Dowden’s injury

The Independent UK

Ed Balls and Bill Bailey reunite with Strictly partners for anniversary special

A teaser released for Strictly Come Dancing: 20 Fabulous Years showed couples sharing the couch once more to talk about their time on the show.

Evening Standard

Giovanni Pernice set for British TV return after Strictly axing

The Italian dancer did not feature in the current series of Strictly after his former celebrity partner Amanda Abbington made allegations about his behaviour

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Giovanni Pernice's TV comeback on Celebrity Hunted confirmed following Strictly Come Dancing absence

The dancer will take part in the Channel 4 show which sees celebrities go on the run while an elite team of hunters tries to track them down

Evening Standard

BBC’s year of crisis: From Strictly to Gregg Wallace, how catalogue of scandals have pushed it to brink

MasterChef presenter becomes latest male BBC star to become embroiled in scandal

The Independent UK

Craig Revel Horwood adapts Strictly judging style over ‘bullying’ concerns

The Australian-born dancer and TV star admitted he had softened his trademark ‘cutting’ remarks on the show.

Evening Standard

Giovanni Pernice confirms romance with dance partner Bianca Guaccero after Strictly exit

Pernice left Strictly last year after his partner Amanda Abbington accused him of ‘cruel’ behaviour

Evening Standard

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Giovanni Pernice set to appear on Strictly Come Dancing anniversary show despite Amanda Abbington complaints

Italian pro to appear despite allegations made by Amanda Abbington, say reports

Evening Standard

BBC bosses 'worried Oti Mabuse will share Strictly secrets on I'm A Celebrity'

Strictly Come Dancing has faced numerous allegations about the show and its professional dancers

Evening Standard

‘Absolutely spectacular’: why Chris McCausland will win Strictly – and save the show

The show’s first blind contestant continues to bowl us over with his sharp wit and spine-tingling moves. We’re calling it – he’s a dead cert for the glitterball

The Guardian - UK

Strictly Come Dancing faces major shake-up as five fan-favourite dancers face the 'axe'

Following the recent controversy involving Giovanni Pernice, plans for a shake-up have accelerated, with notable names rumoured to be at risk

Evening Standard

Susanna Reid says Strictly contestants should be ‘supported’ after bullying scandal

‘It is like being on a different planet because everything sparkles, and so it’s a shame when it doesn’t for other people,’ she said of being on the show

The Independent UK

Who is Lauren Oakley? Strictly Come Dancing professional replaces Amy Dowden in 2024 series

Lauren Oakley will dance with JLS singer JB Gill for the rest of the series as Amy Dowden recovers from injury

Evening Standard

Strictly Come Dancing latest: Fans praise Craig Revel and Anton Du Beke’s Halloween week costumes

The annual Spooktacular is back and the remaining 11 pairs were hoping their dancing didn’t frighten the judges

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Evening Standard

Maura Higgins' dating history as ex-Love Islander is linked to Strictly Come Dancing pro and contestant

Maura Higgins broke off her last confirmed relationship earlier this year

The Independent UK

Amanda Abbington hits back at Giovanni Pernice after Strictly pro’s comments on scandal

‘Sherlock’ star called Pernice’s claims ‘delusional’

Evening Standard

Why are men like Giovanni Pernice so bad at recognising when their behaviour is threatening?

Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice has finally spoken out about his proven harassment of Amanda Abbington. Maddy Mussen reports on his wilful ignorance

The Independent UK

Strictly’s Giovanni Pernice recalls last message to Amanda Abbington in first live interview after scandal

Former Strictly Come Dancing professional Giovanni Pernice recalled his last conversation with Amanda Abbington, revealing how he thought everything was “great”.

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The Independent UK

Strictly Come Dancing star Nadiya Bychkova says ‘we are not friends’ after Kai Widdrington break-up

Former ‘Strictly’ couple split earlier this year

Evening Standard

Giovanni Pernice ‘wouldn’t change’ teaching style after BBC Strictly Come Dancing probe

Amanda Abbington made allegations against the Italian dancer earlier this year, claiming he subjected her to ‘inappropriate, mean, nasty bullying’

The Independent UK

Strictly’s Giovanni Pernice speaks out candidly on Amanda Abbington scandal for first time

Pro dancer recalled his last exchange with Abbington before she quit ‘Strictly’

Evening Standard

What are BBC Strictly Come Dancing's former professionals doing now?

Since debuting in 2004, the show’s professionals have become household names

Evening Standard

TV presenter undergoes epic eight hour body paint transformation - can you spot who it is?

The broadcaster was expertly camouflaged among Timothy grass, rosemary, and jasmine, as well as a roll-top bath

Evening Standard

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

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

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