Strictly’s Claudia Winkleman Fails to Thank Pro Dancers as Show Wins Gong Amid Bullying Probe

Claudia Winkleman's Missing Thank You

At this year's National Television Awards, Strictly Come Dancing host Claudia Winkleman failed to acknowledge the show's professional dancers as the program snagged the Talent Show award. Instead, she expressed gratitude to the celebrities and backstage crew.

NTA Win and Missing Acknowledgements

Strictly's victory at the NTAs is a significant achievement for the BBC One show, winning over other popular programs like Britain's Got Talent and The Great British Bake Off. However, the ongoing bullying probe within the show has left some acknowledgments missing.

Probe and Missing Team Members

Following allegations of misconduct and bullying, including incidents involving pro dancers Giovanni Pernice and Graziano Di Prima, the atmosphere at Strictly remains tense. Despite the celebrations at the NTAs, some team members, like Zara McDermott, were notably absent from the stage.

Anticipation for Strictly's Return

As Strictly gears up for its 20th-anniversary season premiere, fans are eagerly anticipating the show's return to the screen. With the spotlight on the dance floor, the backstage drama and investigations add an extra layer of intrigue to this year's competition.