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Former Strictly pro James Jordan says show was in need of a ‘shake-up’

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The Independent UK

Former Strictly star gives blunt verdict on axed dancers: ‘Get rid of them’

Professional dancers Karen Hauer, Gorka Marquez, Nadiya Bychkova, Luba Mushtuk, and Michelle Tsiakkas have all left the show in recent months

The Independent UK

Strictly professionals cull was ‘getting rid of dead wood’, says James Jordan

Jordan, who was a professional dancer on the BBC show from 2006 until 2013, said a shake-up was ‘needed’.

Evening Standard

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Zoe Ball out of the running for Strictly Come Dancing presenting role

The broadcaster said she has been grieving the rejection.

Evening Standard

Mel Giedroyc 'tipped for Strictly hosting job' to replace Claudia Winkleman for heartwarming reason

The former Bake Off host, 57, is thought to be a favourite to replace Claudia Winkleman after she left Strictly in December

Evening Standard

Zoe Ball says she'd 'love' to host Strictly Come Dancing as speculation mounts

Longtime presenters Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly left at the end of the last series

Evening Standard

Strictly stars say ‘it will not be the same’ after Daly and Winkleman leave show

Former professional dancer Ian Waite said it has been said for a few years that the format ‘needs shaking up’.

Evening Standard

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Former Strictly Come Dancing professionals announce Vegas-themed tour for 2026

The dancers are about to finish their 2025 tour, The Return Of The Legends.

Evening Standard

Ex-Strictly pro makes awkward joke about ‘drug scandal’ on This Morning

BBC has launched an investigation into alleged drug use on the dancing programme

The Independent UK

Ex-Strictly stars including Brendan Cole and Pasha Kovalev back for new tour

The 2025 UK dates is set to see them take part in 36 performances, with more dates to be announced.

The Independent UK

Strictly Come Dancing couple reprimanded by concerned BBC ahead of live show

Strictly bosses have shared strict rules with new cast amid ongoing bullying allegations

Evening Standard

Backlash after Strictly Come Dancing pro tells BBC 'don't hire Italians' amid bullying scandal

Graziano Di Prima and Giovanni Pernice were booted off the show after allegations of abusive behaviour

Evening Standard

Dumfries FitSteppers have a ball with Strictly Come Dancing professional Ian Waite

The dance and exercise programme was created by the show's Ian Waite and Natalie Lowe and Olympic swimmer Mark Foster

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