Strictly Come Dancing cast of 2024 (Image: BBC Studios/Ray Burmiston)
Strictly Come Dancing fans are convinced they have spotted a ‘feud’ on the show.
Keen viewers have detected what seems to be a simmering tension between two of the show’s professional dancers, pinpointing an on-air moment that hinted at behind-the-scenes drama.
During last weekend’s live show, fans thought they spotted a rift between the pro dancers. This was after , a former Love Island contestant, and her Strictly partner Aljaz Skorjanec finished their routine and joined host Claudia Winkleman to discuss their performance.
However, it was the reaction of fellow professional Katya Jones that caught viewers’ attention. While standing in the background during Tasha and Aljaz’s interview with Claudia, Katya’s expression seemed less than thrilled.
In contrast to her cheerful colleagues, she appeared stoic, prompting viewers to wonder if she was unimpressed by the pair’s conversation.
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Tasha Ghouri is partnered with Aljaz Skorjanec on Strictly (Image: BBC/Guy Levy)
The Sun has highlighted that this incident has been hotly debated on internet forums, with one fan commenting: “I noticed Katya didn’t look very happy when Tess was talking to Aljaz and Tasha in the auditorium.”, reports .
Another chimed in: “I noticed that too. I wonder if Katya is the female pro who Aljaz ‘fell out with’ on the tour? Or I could just be reading too much into things as usual.”
Turmoil has struck the glitterball world, following reports that not everyone at Strictly was overjoyed by Aljaz Skorjanec’s return to the famed dance floor. The dancer took his final bow in 2022 amid rumours of a row with a female colleague during the live tour.
Fans spotted Katya’s ‘fuming’ face (Image: BBC)
A source said at the time: “They actively recruited a dancer who left under a cloud. Aljaz was touted as an unproblematic, returning legend but that couldn’t be further from the truth. Most were relieved to see him go back then and are aghast he’s been given a free pass back.”
In a statement, Alijaz’s team said: “Aljaz has the utmost respect for everyone he works with. He chose to leave the show in 2022 of his own accord but he has always loved Strictly and was delighted to be asked back. It is un’true’ to say or suggest he was forced out or that he acted in an aggressive manner at any time. He is excited to make his return to the dance floor this year.”