Strictly Come Dancing fans have fiercely defended the BBC show amid growing calls for it to be axed following a series of scandals. The programme, which has been on air for 21 years, is facing allegations of cocaine use among its cast, with the BBC reportedly contacting the Metropolitan Police to investigate claims involving two stars.
“It’s a significant new development in the BBC’s recent string of crises that they have now got the police involved in investigating allegations surrounding Strictly,” a source told the Mirror. The show has also faced backlash over its 2025 line-up, which some have branded “underwhelming”.
However, many viewers have taken to social media to express their support. After Channel 5’s Jeremy Vine Show debated whether it was time for the show to end, fans on X (formerly Twitter) were quick to advocate for Strictly. “No! I love Strictly and look forward to it. Only good thing about Autumn,” one fan wrote. Another added: “Don’t be ridiculous it’s a great show !!”
A third commented: “No. It’s one of the best shows on tv and just because something gets mentioned in a paper. Doesn’t make it true.” While a fourth said: “You seriously can’t blame the show, which is hugely popular for some of the douche bags that manage to get on it. If you go around every tv show or work place, you’re going to find wrong uns! Ridiculous hysteria.”
On Reddit, some fans voiced their excitement for this year’s line-up, which includes Love Island’s Dani Dyer, TikTok star George Clarke and ITV’s Ross King. “Everyone complaining about this line up, but I’m absolutely buzzing about George Clarke is who I’m most excited about,” one fan said. Another replied: “I’d literally never heard of Joe Sugg when he was on and he ended up being one of my favourite that year. So I’m open to whoever turns out to be fun to watch.”
Last week, Strictly Come Dancing’s start date was officially confirmed, with the show set to kick off in just a few weeks.
