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Western Telegraph
a day ago
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- Western Telegraph
BBC's Strictly Come Dancing rocked by cocaine scandal
Several reports allege that the corporation has alerted the Metropolitan Police to new allegations about the hit dance competition show, the details of which it does not specify. A BBC spokesperson said on Saturday that the corporation does not comment on police investigations. It comes after reports in The Sun earlier this month alleged two Strictly cast members' drug use was discussed on the BBC dancing show, and said that the corporation had appointed law firm Pinsent Masons to lead the investigation. Strictly bosses clearly panicking about another scandal (cocaine), so decided to reveal this year's celebrity dancers early! Of course, the celebs are pretending they're thrilled to take part… the money has absolutely nothing to do with it, obviously. #theoneshow @BBCTheOneShow — Tom 🇺🇦🏳️🌈🇬🇧🙏 (@thomasoxley) August 11, 2025 The scandal-hit show was also the subject of a review in 2024, when the BBC looked into allegations of bullying and harassment against former professional dancer Giovanni Pernice, made by his former dance partner, Amanda Abbington. The corporation upheld some, but not all, of the complaints made, and introduced a series of new measures aimed at improving welfare. This included the introduction of a chaperone who is present 'at all times' during training room rehearsals. EastEnders star James Borthwick was also suspended from the BBC after a video emerged of the actor using a disabled slur on the set of the dance programme. Recommended reading: The cocaine use allegations were reportedly made in a legal submission by law firm Russells in March on behalf of former contestant Wynne Evans, who was dropped by the BBC after apologising for using 'inappropriate language' during the launch of the Strictly tour. It is understood that the BBC often appoints external law firms to assist it in leading investigations. The BBC spokesperson previously said: 'We have clear protocols and policies in place for dealing with any serious complaint raised with us. 'We would always encourage people to speak to us if they have concerns. It would not be appropriate for us to comment further.' The Metropolitan Police has been contacted for comment.
South Wales Argus
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- South Wales Argus
BBC's Strictly Come Dancing rocked by cocaine scandal
Several reports allege that the corporation has alerted the Metropolitan Police to new allegations about the hit dance competition show, the details of which it does not specify. A BBC spokesperson said on Saturday that the corporation does not comment on police investigations. It comes after reports in The Sun earlier this month alleged two Strictly cast members' drug use was discussed on the BBC dancing show, and said that the corporation had appointed law firm Pinsent Masons to lead the investigation. Strictly bosses clearly panicking about another scandal (cocaine), so decided to reveal this year's celebrity dancers early! Of course, the celebs are pretending they're thrilled to take part… the money has absolutely nothing to do with it, obviously. #theoneshow @BBCTheOneShow — Tom 🇺🇦🏳️🌈🇬🇧🙏 (@thomasoxley) August 11, 2025 The scandal-hit show was also the subject of a review in 2024, when the BBC looked into allegations of bullying and harassment against former professional dancer Giovanni Pernice, made by his former dance partner, Amanda Abbington. The corporation upheld some, but not all, of the complaints made, and introduced a series of new measures aimed at improving welfare. This included the introduction of a chaperone who is present 'at all times' during training room rehearsals. EastEnders star James Borthwick was also suspended from the BBC after a video emerged of the actor using a disabled slur on the set of the dance programme. Recommended reading: The cocaine use allegations were reportedly made in a legal submission by law firm Russells in March on behalf of former contestant Wynne Evans, who was dropped by the BBC after apologising for using 'inappropriate language' during the launch of the Strictly tour. It is understood that the BBC often appoints external law firms to assist it in leading investigations. The BBC spokesperson previously said: 'We have clear protocols and policies in place for dealing with any serious complaint raised with us. 'We would always encourage people to speak to us if they have concerns. It would not be appropriate for us to comment further.' The Metropolitan Police has been contacted for comment.
Wales Online
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Roman Kemp reacts to Lord Alan Sugar's mockery of his haircut
Roman Kemp reacts to Lord Alan Sugar's mockery of his haircut undefined Roman Kemp (Image: PA ) Roman Kemp says he has "peaked" after Lord Alan Sugar mocked his haircut on X. The Apprentice boss criticised the 32-year-old TV presenter's "weird", "dead beaver Davy Crocket" trim as Roman hosted BBC One's The One Show on Tuesday (24.06.25). He wrote on the X: "What a weird haircut Roman Kemp has. "I know I am a bit old and out of touch with some things, but what is it. @BBCTheOneShow (sic)." However, Roman felt on top of the world after the business magnate "fired" his hair. Captioning a photo carousel of Lord Sugar's tweet, a shot of the Amstrad founder having a brown afro-like haircut, and Roman smiling in the back of a car, on Instagram, he wrote: "Well ... we've peaked. My hairs now been fired (sic)." Article continues below Roman left a comment on Lord Sugar's X post. He replied: "I've no idea on the true name Lord Sugar, please feel free to suggest one (sic)." And it did not take long before the businessman made a suggestion. Lord Sugar, 78, wrote: "Dead beaver Davy Crocket." Roman reacted to the name with a laughing face emoji. The media personality - who is a Tottenham Hotspur fan - received a lot of backlash after questioning Arsenal F.C. supporter Roman's choice of haircut. One person said on X: "@romankemp what a strange comment, unless there is some missed joke here, Roman seems a nice well-grounded lad ... "Maybe it's a Spurs/Arsenal thing? (sic)" Another X user wrote: "Why do you care about another man's hair?" And a third follower penned on the social media platform: "Far better than yours has been - yes you are out of touch." Roman's fans also jumped to his defence on Instagram. One user said: "RIP hair. I think it looks great." A second follower wrote: "He only wishes he was as handsome as you at your age. "I'd take it as a compliment that he's so bothered." And a third fan penned: "OMG HOW RUDE. Nothing wrong with your hair xx." Roman previously admitted he struggles to keep fans updated with his life events on social media platforms because he wants to maintain his privacy, as well as protect his family and friends. In May, he told the 30-year-old singer Tom Grennan on their 'You About?' podcast: "I'm terrified of doing it because I just think that you're letting everyone in. I struggle with it because I want people to know me. I'm not horrible, but I also want my private life. "It's also for the protection of other people. I think you wouldn't mind having your life on it but if there are people who are in your life, who aren't in the public eye, it's more for them. Article continues below "I also don't want to be sat there thinking, 'This would be a great Instagram picture.' I don't want to live my life like that."
Wales Online
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
The One Show's Alex Jones left red-faced as co-star forced to step in
The One Show's Alex Jones left red-faced as co-star forced to step in The Welsh TV presenter was joined by Roman Kemp on Tuesday night as they interviewed a number of famous faces. The One Show's Alex Jones was left feeling embarrassed as she suffered an awkward blunder forcing her co-star to step in. During Tuesday's (June 24) episode of the BBC One hit chat show, the Welsh TV presenter was joined by Roman Kemp as they interviewed a number of famous faces. Joining the duo on the iconic green sofa was writer Lena Dunham as she spoke about her new Netflix rom‑com 'Too Much' alongside leading stars Megan Stalter and The White Lotus actor Will Sharpe. Also on the show was Ian Wright, who was returning to his local club to start a girls team, joined by head coach Paul Palmer. The One Show's Alex Jones was left feeling embarrassed as she suffered an awkward blunder forcing her co-star to step in (Image: BBC ) However it was one segment in the show that left Alex red-faced. Ahead of the Wimbledon coverage on Monday, the pair watched a pre-recorded clip of Chris Bavin at a strawberry farm as demand has been high for the fruit while watching the competition with almost 200 million strawberries set to be eaten during the event. Article continues below After watching the clip, the camera panned back to the studio and it appeared as though Alex wasn't quite ready to continue the show as she asked Roman: "Do you put sugar on your strawberries?" Roman replied: "Umm." Alex jumped in: "I was thinking that watching and thought I bet you do." Roman said: "You know I put sugar on everything. It's just the way it is." Distracted by the conversation, Alex turned to Roman for him to carry on with the show and said: "Right carry on." This isn't the first blunder to happen this week (Image: BBC ) Quickly realising that she made a mistake she looked to the camera and said: "Oh it's me." Everyone burst out laughing as Roman asked: "Do you want me to go?" to which Alex insisted: "Yeah go on." This isn't the first blunder to happen this week as Alex was forced to step in after EastEnders star Michelle Collins made an awkward mistake on Monday. During the Monday (June 24) episode the soap star appeared on the show to speak about her new venture as she prepares to leave the BBC hit soap for a brief break. EastEnders legend Michelle Collins suffered a blunder on BBC The One Show on Monday (June 23) night (Image: BBC ) The 63-year-old is set to make her Edinburgh Festival Fringe debut this summer. She will perform in the one woman dark comedy Motorhome Marilyn, which was written by Ben Weatherill. American actor Sean Hayes, who was also on the show, was keen to know when she'll be taking to the stage as he asked: "So when does it start?" to which Michelle revealed: "Umm 29th of July?" It appeared as though she got her dates wrong as Alex was forced to jump in and correct the star as she pulled a face to the camera and replied: "No. It's the 30th." Everyone burst out laughing as Michelle replied: "The 30th, thank you Alex. Don't come on the 29th." Article continues below The One Show airs weekdays from 7pm on BBC One and iPlayer
Wales Online
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
The One Show's Alex Jones forced to step in as EastEnders star suffers awkward blunder
The One Show's Alex Jones forced to step in as EastEnders star suffers awkward blunder EastEnder's Cindy Beale actress Michelle Collins appeared on BBC The One Show on Monday (June 23) night The One Show's Alex Jones was forced to step in as one guest suffered an awkward blunder just moments into their interview. The Welsh presenter was back on the famous green sofa on Monday (June 23) evening alongside co-star Roman Kemp. The pair welcomed a number of guests into the studio including EastEnders legend Michelle Collins, who spoke about her new venture as she prepares to leave the BBC hit soap for a brief break. Michelle, 63, is set to make her Edinburgh Festival Fringe debut this summer. She will perform in the one woman dark comedy Motorhome Marilyn, which was written by Ben Weatherill. The show, which is inspired by Michelle's real-life encounter with a woman known as Motorhome Marilyn, follows Denise, an aspiring actress with an obsession with Marilyn Monroe, as she heads to Hollywood in the 1980s. EastEnders legend Michelle Collins appeared on BBC The One Show on Monday (June 23) night (Image: BBC ) Article continues below As her dreams falter, Denise is forced to face the harsh reality of her unfulfilled aspirations. Ahead of the show, hosts Alex and Roman were keen to find out more about the actress' new role, however just moments into the interview things took an awkward turn for the star as she made an unexpected blunder. Roman was quick to ask: 'Obviously doing a one woman show and doing the whole thing playing the character, is your home becoming a bit of a shrine to Marilyn Monroe?" Michelle admitted: 'Oh yes. My husband is like 'Michelle this is getting really silly now, it's getting unhealthy.' Everything down to my coffee cup is Marilyn. I mean everything. It's amazing how much stuff you can get and the collections out there are unreal.' Alex Jones was forced to step in as one guest suffered an awkward blunder (Image: BBC ) Opening up more, Michelle continued: 'It's tough and I do kind of think 'why did I do this' because I'm filming at the same time and I'm rehearsing at the weekend.' American actor Sean Hayes, who was also on the show, jumped in and asked: 'So when does it start?' to which Michelle revealed: 'Umm 29th of July?' It appeared as though she got her dates wrong as Alex was forced to jump in and correct the star as she pulled a face to the camera and replied: 'No. It's the 30th'. Everyone burst out laughing as Michelle replied: 'The 30th, thank you Alex. Don't come on the 29th.' Michelle is well known for portraying Cindy Beale in the hit BBC soap. (Image: BBC/Jack Barnes/Kieron McCarron ) Michelle is well known for portraying Cindy Beale in the hit BBC soap. The actress returned to EastEnders in 2023, 25 years after she left when Cindy was said to have died during childbirth in 1998. However, it was soon revealed that this was false and Cindy had been living a secret life in Spain under witness protection. Upon her return to Walford, her character has been involved in plenty of drama including her affair with Junior Knight getting exposed during the festive season. Article continues below She's since been attacked by Kathy Beale, shot husband Ian and accidentally caused the fire at the Queen Vic, which led to the death of Martin Fowler. The star is now set to leave the show again as she takes on her new role on stage. The One Show airs weekdays from 7pm on BBC One and iPlayer
