July 27th 2024.
The rumor mill for Strictly 2024 is in full swing as controversy and allegations continue to plague the popular dance show. Fans and media outlets alike are buzzing with speculation about which celebrities will be gracing the dance floor later this year.
Among the rumored contestants are Martin Roberts and Helen Worth from Coronation Street, with reports suggesting that comedian Chris McCausland will be the first blind contestant to compete on the show. The latest speculation has actor Ralf Little joining the lineup, as the professional dancers have already begun rehearsing for the upcoming series. Bookies have given Ralf odds of 4/7 to don sequins and spray tans for his chance at the coveted Mirrorball trophy.
According to The Sun, Ralf's potential appearance on Strictly comes after his departure from Death In Paradise earlier this year. Fans were shocked when Ralf announced his exit from the popular series, where he played DI Neville Parker for four years.
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Ralf's departure from Death In Paradise was a surprise to many, but he is now moving on to a new TV series with his former Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps co-star, Will Mellor. The duo will be facing various challenges as they navigate life in their forties on their new show, Will And Ralf Should Know Better, which will air on the rebranded channel U+Dave. The show will see them exploring spirituality, facing their fears of aging, and trying to survive off the grid.
A source close to the project shared, "A lot has changed for Will and Ralf since Two Pints - they were 25 and 21 when they met. But they have stayed great pals throughout, and that really comes across in the intimate, frank conversations they have along the way. It will also re-introduce the fellas to those who now know Ralf better as Death In Paradise's DI Neville Parker, and Will from Strictly and as Corrie's Harvey Gaskell."
Ralf expressed his excitement about working with his old pal again, saying, "I am thrilled to be working with Will again as it's always so much fun. This time we get to explore how we should be living in the modern world while educating ourselves and having a laugh at the same time."
And who knows, maybe Will can give Ralf some dance tips after his experience on Strictly 2022. Paired with Nancy Xu, Will came in fifth place before Hamza Yassin was crowned the champion.
As we eagerly await the official lineup announcement for this year's Strictly, several names have already been thrown into the mix, including Towie's Pete Wicks, influencer GK Barry, DIY SOS star Nick Knowles, and actress Mollie Pearce from The Traitors.
However, the excitement surrounding Strictly was dampened when a series of allegations surfaced about a toxic environment in the training room. Ralf's longtime friend and co-star Will Mellor, who participated in Strictly 2022, has also spoken out about his time on the show. Amanda Abbington, who left the competition in week five, accused Giovanni Pernice of bullying and degrading behavior. A complaint was also made against Graziano Di Prima, who allegedly kicked and hit Zara McDermott while they were rehearsing together in 2023. Both pros have since been let go from the show, with Giovanni denying the allegations and Graziano apologizing and expressing regret for his actions.
In light of the media frenzy surrounding these allegations, Graziano is now reportedly under medical supervision, with his family in Sicily concerned for his well-being. Other former Strictly contestants have also come forward with their own negative experiences, and a BBC investigation is still ongoing.
The director-general of the BBC, Tim Davie, has apologized to any Strictly contestants who may have had a negative experience on the show, stating, "We will never tolerate unacceptable behavior of any kind." Strictly Come Dancing is set to return to BBC One and BBC iPlayer later this year.
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