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First female Strictly dancer 'faces conduct allegations' as celeb complains

A female Strictly dancer is said to be now facing 'bullying' allegations from an ex-partner, who claims she screamed in his face in a rage and felt 'victimised'

While it's believed there are no claims of physical abuse, the complaint does reportedly condemn senior BBC figures for not offering him adequate support during or after his stint on the show. Zara McDermott dancing with Graziano Di Prima in 2023 (Image: PA)An internal investigation has been initiated by the BBC, and new measures have been put in place for future series of the show. However, he reassured fans about the beloved dance show's durability, describing Strictly as a programme "that belongs in the people's hearts", and noting the joy of watching contestants "work hard and move up."

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