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How scandal-plagued Strictly pulled out all the stops to portray a family friendly image - before Wynne Evans and Katya Jones started another drama with 'hand-gate'


Returning to screens this month the dance competition was dealt another blow when viewers branded the new series 'sickly sweet' and threatened to 'switch off.'

From former participants reuniting with their professional partners, to reduced rehearsal times and raving reviews... now, MailOnline takes a look at all the signs that Strictly Come Dancing bosses are battling to save face. MailOnline takes a look at all the signs that Strictly Come Dancing bosses are battling to save face, including former star Ed Balls reuniting with propartner Katya Jones for wholesome snaps Writing on her The Official Toyah Willcox Website September blog, she said: 'Over the past six weeks I have been filming VTs, doing great press, lots of photo shoots, I’ve even had bra fittings and meeting my fellow celebs who are all fantastic AND I have danced with all of the pro dancers, they are all supportive and lovely.

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