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Strictly Come Dancing Scandal: Aljaz Skorjanec's Return Sparks Backstage Fury

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Reports emerged that Aljaz Skorjanec, a pro dancer on the long-running BBC dance competition, was returning to the show after an alleged incident with a female dancer on the Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour in 2022. The incident reportedly led to the female dancer's exit from the series. However, Aljaz's return has sparked controversy among some cast and crew members, who feel that he is being treated differently due to the incident occurring on the tour, which is handled by BBC Studios.

Key Takeaways:

  • Aljaz Skorjanec, a 34-year-old Slovenian dance professional, was a pro dancer on Strictly Come Dancing from 2013 to 2022.
  • He allegedly had an altercation with a female dancer on the Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour in 2022, leading to her exit from the series.
  • The incident occurred on the tour, which is handled by BBC Studios, and some cast and crew members feel that it has been "swept under the carpet" due to the different handling of the situation.
  • Giovanni Pernice and Graziano Di Prima, fellow pro dancers, denied accusations of unacceptable behavior but exited the show under a cloud, while Aljaz has been given a second chance.
  • A source close to the show expressed concerns that the attitude of "what happens on tour, stays on tour" is being applied, with some feeling that Aljaz's return is unfair.
  • No formal complaint has been made against Aljaz regarding the tour to the BBC.

Statistics:

  • 34: Aljaz Skorjanec's age.
  • 2013: The year Aljaz joined the Strictly Come Dancing line-up.
  • 2022: The year Aljaz allegedly had an altercation on the Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour.
  • 2023: The year Graziano Di Prima admitted to kicking his 2023 professional dance partner, Zara McDermot.

Sources:

  • The Sun: "Strictly's Aljaz Skorjanec accused of behaving inappropriately on show's live tour"
  • The Mirror: "Aljaz Skorjanec: Former Strictly Come Dancing pro's return sparks backlash"
  • Strictly Come Dancing official website: Aljaz Skorjanec's biography

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