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Strictly 2024: Tess Daly backs Zara McDermott with five-word statement as she returns to BBC show

The first live show of Strictly 2024 aired last night, with Zara McDermott sparking backlash as she was seen seated in the audience

Taking her seat ready to support boyfriend Sam Thompson ‘s bestie Pete Wicks, Zara McDermott ruffled a few feathers as she was spotted in the front row. Zara McDermott supported Pete Wicks from the front row on Saturday night (Credit: BBC) Zara, a die-hard Strictly fan, appeared on last year’s show, and recently hit headlines after reports emerged alleging her pro partner Graziano Di Prima had kicked, hit and spat at her during training. The former Love Island star has spoken to the BBC as part of its investigation into the scandal, so many viewers at home were surprised to see her return to the show.

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