Shirley Ballas: Strictly Exit Rumors Swirl

Shirley Ballas, who has served as Strictly Come Dancing's head judge for ten years, is facing rumors of a potential move to the American show, Dancing with the Stars. Her son, Mark Ballas, is a professional dancer on DWTS and has won the competition three times. While Ballas has officially denied any plans to leave Strictly, her name has been consistently linked to guest judging roles on the American program. This speculation gained traction following a segment on 'It Takes Two' that celebrated her decade on the show, which some viewers interpreted as a farewell tribute. Ballas, aged 66 and originally from Wallasey, has been a prominent figure on Strictly since taking over from Len Goodman in 2017.