July 22nd 2024.
The highly anticipated return of Strictly Come Dancing 2024 is finally here, as the professional dancers have gathered in the studios for their first day back. Fans are excited to see familiar faces like reigning champion Vito Coppola and the talented Amy Dowden, who is returning after her cancer diagnosis last year. As the speculation swirls about which celebrities will be gracing the ballroom this season, there's also been some controversy surrounding the show.
With this year marking the 20th anniversary of Strictly, it's unfortunate that it has been overshadowed by allegations against some of the pro dancers and concerns about the treatment of contestants. Amanda Abbington, who left the show last year after just five weeks, has spoken out about her former partner Giovanni Pernice's behavior, which she describes as "unnecessary, abusive, cruel and mean." However, Giovanni has denied these claims.
In another shocking turn of events, Graziano Di Prima has announced his departure from the show amidst allegations that he "kicked and hit" Love Island star Zara McDermott. He has since expressed his regret and the BBC has introduced new measures to support the welfare of contestants on the show.
But despite all the drama, the rehearsals for Strictly have officially begun and the professionals have been sharing their excitement on social media. Amy Dowden, who was forced to sit out last season due to her cancer diagnosis, couldn't contain her emotions as she wrote on Instagram about how she's been dreaming of this day since 2023. It's heartwarming to see her finally back in the ballroom and ready to dance her heart out.
Meanwhile, Aljaž Škorjanec, who announced his exit from the show in 2022, is making a comeback this season. His wife and fellow Strictly star Janette Manrara took to social media to congratulate him and express her excitement to see him back on the dancefloor. It's clear that this talented couple has a lot of love and support for each other, both on and off the show.
Other professionals like Neil Jones and Nancy Xu have also shared their enthusiasm for the new season, while Nancy expressed her gratitude for being a part of the show. It's heartening to see the Strictly family coming together and supporting each other as they prepare for the upcoming series.
The rehearsals have begun just days after the BBC confirmed that Strictly will be returning in the autumn. The announcement also addressed the recent concerns about the show, stating that they are taking action to address the issues of training and rehearsals. This includes having chaperones present at all times and introducing new welfare roles to ensure the well-being of the contestants.
So, as we eagerly wait for the new season to begin, let's hope that Strictly Come Dancing 2024 will be a celebration of dance and unity, as it has been for the past 20 years. And for those who can't wait for the show to start, be sure to join Metro's Strictly community on WhatsApp for all the latest news and rumors from the dancefloor. Keep dancing!
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