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The Latest Breaking News from Zara McDermott

Chris McCausland explains why he thinks Strictly scandal happened

BBC show’s 2024 winner offered rare thoughts on the subject

The Independent UK

Sam Thompson shares update after shock ‘split’ from Zara McDermott

Thompson opened up about finding comfort during ‘tough times’

The Independent UK

Sam Thompson reveals two big career changes after Zara McDermott split

EXCLUSIVE: The former I’m A Celebrity winner has big plans for 2025 and is ready to put them into action

Evening Standard

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Sam Thompson admits he was 'on the edge' over Zara McDermott split as he discusses break-up for first time

McDermott appeared to confirm she had moved out of the home she shared with Thompson in a video hours earlier

Evening Standard

Listen: Sam Thompson breaks silence on Zara McDermott split with four-word verdict

Sam Thompson has publicly addressed his "split" from Zara McDermott for the first time on his podcast with Pete Wicks.

The Independent UK

Giovanni Pernice says he worried Strictly claims would end career: ‘There were dark moments’

Professional dancer won Italian equivalent of ‘Strictly’ months after BBC probe

The Independent UK

Sam Thompson addresses Zara McDermott ‘split’ for first time

‘I’m a Celebrity’ winner has opened up about ‘tough month’

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Sam Thompson and Zara McDermott's breakup mystery grows after affectionate comments days before split

Ex-Love Islander praised Thompson just days before their surprtising separation

Evening Standard

Celebrity scandals of 2024: Sean Combs arrest, Huw Edwards' shame and more

The Strictly Come Dancing saga and Dave Grohl fathering a baby outside his marriage headline a year of dramatic celebrity scandals, including arrests and legal battles

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

Bold in burgundy: Celebrities who nailed the red wine aesthetic

From Salma Hayek to Kylie Minogue, these stylish stars are proof that burgundy is a timeless trend...

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Zara McDermott’s favourite (and Gordon-Ramsay-approved) non-stick pots and pans are cheaper than ever thanks to a rare discount

This top-rated brand is offering some serious discounts this Black Friday

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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

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

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

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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

The Independent UK

Zara McDermott in tears after seeing cat being sold on second-hand clothing app Vinted

The cat was listed in Vinted’s collar section

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

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The Guardian - UK

Cha-cha with chaperones: Strictly Come Dancing is back after the turmoil

The smiles are bright. But has the BBC show lost its lightness now?

The Guardian - UK

Strictly Come Dancing: the launch show – as it happened

After a summer of scandal, the BBC’s flagship sparkle-fest got back underway. As 15 brave new celebrities were paired with their pros, who looked promising? Who looked plodding? And could the show restore its sparkle?

The Independent UK

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The Guardian - UK

‘I’ve never seen such a feeding frenzy!’ Can Strictly bounce back from its summer of scandal?

The BBC’s hit show should be focusing on its 20th anniversary. Instead, it’s having to prove it can look after its celebrity contestants – and their professional dance partners. How did the glitter ball get so tarnished?

Evening Standard

'We're all good': Sam Thompson and Zara McDermott shut down split speculation with fun roller-skating date

The couple were all-smiles as they stepped out in west London together

Evening Standard

Amy Dowden addresses Strictly scandal as she distances herself from Giovanni Pernice and Graziano Di Prima

The BBC show has been embroiled in scandal in recent months

The Independent UK

Nick Knowles joins Strictly line-up alongside Paul Merson and hockey player Sam Quek

The presenter has also appeared on ‘I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!’

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