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Strictly Come Dancing's 'famous curse could finally be killed off after bosses shared plans to introduce chaperones in training amid bullying scandal'


After Strictly was embroiled in claims of abusive behaviour by professionals, bosses announced that they would be introducing chaperones who would be present at all times in training.

The 'Strictly curse' could finally be nearing its end, with sources claiming the trope could cease to exist after a major rule change by bosses (Rachel Riley and Pasha Kovalev pictured) Some of the most famous victims of the so-called 'Strictly curse' include Rachel Riley, who married her professional partner Pasha Kovalev, after splitting from her then-husband Jamie Gilbert while competing on the show in 2013. Kate Phillips, BBC's Director of Unscripted, said: 'Whilst we know our shows have been positive experiences for the vast majority of those who have taken part, if issues are raised with us, or we're made aware of inappropriate behaviour, we will always take that seriously and act.

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