Strictly star Shirley Ballas’ six-figure salary revealed - and it's more than Len Goodman's pay

Shirley Ballas rakes in a whopping salary

Shirley Ballas, the head judge on Strictly Come Dancing, is pulling in a staggering six-figure salary that may surprise fans. Since taking over the role in 2017 from Len Goodman, Shirley has been making waves on the popular dance show.

Len Goodman's pay pales in comparison

Len Goodman, the former head judge, was a beloved figure on Strictly from 2004 to 2017. However, reports show that Len was earning significantly less than Shirley, with a reported salary of £120K compared to Shirley's impressive £500K per series.

Other judges on the panel earn less

Shirley's fellow judges, including Craig Revel Horwood and Anton Du Beke, are also earning less than the head judge. Craig started on £110K in 2004 and now earns around £200K, while Anton is reported to make between £175K and £200K. Motsi Mabuse, who joined in 2019, was offered a starting salary of £200K.

Fans express discontent with Shirley's judging

Despite her hefty paycheck, Shirley has faced criticism from fans who accuse her of showing favoritism on the show. Some viewers have threatened to stop watching if she continues as head judge, citing concerns about the integrity of the competition.

Shirley responds to backlash

Following backlash and online petitions calling for her removal, Shirley has defended her judging style, stating that she remains impartial and focused on critiquing the contestants' dance performances. Despite facing scrutiny, Shirley is committed to staying on the show as long as the BBC wants her.