Shirley Ballas denies Strictly feud, emphasizes friendship among judges
- Shirley Ballas has been head judge on Strictly Come Dancing since 2016.
- Fans raised concerns about perceived conflicts among judges based on their interactions.
- Ballas affirmed that all judges are friends and enjoy a good rapport with each other.
In recent weeks, Shirley Ballas, the head judge on BBC's Strictly Come Dancing, faced speculation from fans about possible conflicts among the judging panel. Since her joining the show in 2016, Ballas has been integral in guiding the competition and making crucial decisions during dance-offs. Despite the on-screen debates and comments that led to fans suspecting rifts, Ballas reassured that the judges maintain strong friendships, having known Anton Du Beke and Motsi Mabuse for over 30 years and developing a close bond with Craig Revel-Horwood. Though she acknowledged the challenges of her role, particularly making tough decisions when opinions are divided on contestants, Ballas remains positive about her experience on the show. Recently, she did not need to cast a deciding vote during a dance-off involving Jamie Borthwick, who was eliminated.