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Strictly Come Dancing star refused to let cameras into their rehearsals

Legendary journalist Angela Rippon has claimed that her Strictly Come Dancing partner Kai Widdrington didn't allow the BBC cameras into their rehearsals

TV icon Angela Rippon has revealed that her Strictly Come Dancing partner Kai Widdrington didn't allow BBC cameras into their rehearsals. The strategy seemed to pay off, as she said their dress rehearsal performance left the rest of the cast and crew amazed, reports Birmingham Live. The reaction from the audience was extraordinary," and shared a touching moment: "I remember we got to the end of it and when I looked up, everybody was on their feet applauding, and I thought, well, at least I've had one standing ovation, so it was hard to keep it a secret, even from the groups."

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