Shirley Ballas sets record straight on BBC Strictly future as she breaks silence on exit rumours
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TL;DR
- Shirley Ballas confirmed she is not leaving Strictly Come Dancing after the 2026 series.
- She appeared on the American show 'Dancing with the Stars' for its Halloween special.
- Ballas awarded the season's first perfect score on the US show.
- She follows in the footsteps of Bruno Tonioli and Len Goodman, who commuted between the UK and US shows.
- Tonioli left Strictly in 2022 due to the travel schedule.
- Reports suggest Strictly bosses are considering changes to the hosting trio of Emma Willis, Johannes Radebe, and Josh Widdicombe.
- A Strictly spokesperson called reports of changes 'complete and utter speculation'.