Strictly Come Dancing’s most horrific injuries since 2004 including Carol Vorderman’s blow (Image: BBC)
is one of the most glamorous shows on the after welcoming some of the biggest names in showbiz to the dance floor. However, the popular show has been struck with an unlucky curse over the past two decades and has seen the likes of and Anastasia fall victim to some of the most painful injuries.
The long-running reality dance competition made its debut back in May 2004 and quickly became a Saturday night staple building up a staggering following. Each week it pulls in an average 6.4 million viewers who tune in to see the celebrities’ progress.
This year, the show celebrates its 20th anniversary with bosses signing up a stellar lineup. Following the first live show, it left the likes of “frazzled” after the overwhelming public response.
However, lifting the Glitterball trophy comes with its risks and challenges. Over the years, many contestants who were hoping to go from amateur to professional have been forced to bow out.
If they managed to make a quick recovery, some have had to miss crucial performances due to health woes beyond their control. From minor sprains to broken bones, has taken a look back at some of the most horrific injuries since it began.
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Angela Rippon slashed her leg open minutes before a live show (Image: BBC )
Last season was partnered with and In an interview last year, she revealed the reason behind the agonising injury was when her partner made her wear men’s shoes.
During the same year, Holby City actor as he was forced to bow out of the competition.
Despite being one of the show’s favourites, the actor, 50, who was partnered with professional dancer , expressed his disappointment at seeing his Strictly journey abruptly end just weeks before the final due to a fractured rib that he sustained before a life show.
Meanwhile, the year before, former footballer during a live show and was left heartbroken after he had to take a step back.
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In 2021, broadcasting veteran with a dangerously pointy pair of high heels minutes before she was due to take to the ballroom – after doing a quick run-through. But the professional decided the show must go on and with the help of medics got patched up.
Presenter the year before. The untimely accident meant she had to pull out before the final show.
Back in 2019 after he damaged his tendon and could not proceed to the live shows. At the same time, Paralympian Will Bayley who was partnered with had to which required surgery.
Zara McDermott was forced to continue training when her toe nails had come off (Image: BBC)
In series 15 celebrity which saw him tumble down as he ran into the side of the stage and damaged his thigh – thankfully he was able to continue despite excruciating pain.
American pop singer Anastacia was left horrified when she was forced to change her Salsa routine at the last minute with partner Brendan Cole. She that she underwent in 2013 after being diagnosed with breast cancer for the second time.
Her co-star Laura Whitmore also suffered an ankle injury that left her in agony. Back in 2009, Olympian Jade Johnson popped her knee and needed urgent medical treatment. At the same time, radio star Carol Vorderman and only lasted two weeks.