Shirley Ballas Clarifies Strictly Future After US Judging Stint
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Shirley Ballas addressed her Strictly future after a guest judging spot on Dancing with the Stars sparked exit rumors.
Shirley Ballas addressed speculation about her future on Strictly Come Dancing after appearing as a guest judge on Dancing with the Stars in the United States. She described working on the American programme as an enduring ambition, though rumors swirled that she might leave the British series. The guest judging appearance also divided viewers following strict scoring that drew shock from the studio audience.
- Fan reactionViewers criticized her harsh scoring of a prominent couple, with several low marks causing audible gasps in the ballroom.
- Family linkHer son, Mark Ballas, is a longtime professional dancer on the American competition series.
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Shirley Ballas has served as head judge on Strictly Come Dancing since 2017, succeeding Len Goodman, who also served as head judge on Dancing with the Stars.
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Shirley Ballas made a guest appearance on Dancing with the Stars, which she had long wanted to do, sparking speculation about whether she might leave Strictly Come Dancing while dividing viewers with tough scoring.
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