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Former Star's Revelations
Former Strictly star Katya Virshilas has joined the discussion surrounding the show's scandal by sharing her own experiences from her time on the BBC hit series. The 40-year-old dancer appeared on Strictly Come Dancing from 2009 to 2011.
Allegations of Bullying and Mistreatment
Virshilas has alleged that professionals on the show engage in bullying behavior towards each other and has accused one dancer of mistreating her during her time on the program. She described the atmosphere as both rewarding and one of the toughest periods of her life.
Challenging Environment
According to Virshilas, the world of dancers can be harsh, with professionals sometimes being brutal towards each other. She recounted feeling pressure to meet certain standards as a professional dancer on the show and expressed her expectation of camaraderie among the pros.
Partner Dynamics
Virshilas also opened up about her experience with different professional partners on the show. She highlighted a challenging atmosphere during her first season with Artem Chigvinstev but noted an improvement in the environment when she was paired with Pasha in her third season.
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Responses from Others
The Celeb Report has reached out to Artem's representative for comment on Virshilas' claims. Artem Chigvinstev appeared on Strictly Come Dancing from 2010 to 2013 and partnered with several celebrities during his time on the show.
Recent Controversies
The Strictly drama continues as recent incidents involving professionals like Graziano Di Prima and Giovanni Pernice have come to light. Di Prima was dismissed from the show following allegations of mistreatment towards his partner Zara McDermott, while Pernice is under investigation for misconduct.
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