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Drama Surrounding 'Strictly Come Dancing'
According to The Sun: The show 'Strictly Come Dancing' is always surrounded by drama, and not a day goes by without something new happening – even before the first live broadcast.
Former professional dancer James Jordan has stirred the pot by making several bold statements about the dancers and celebrity participants. Here’s what he revealed…
James Jordan suspects that some dancers may be using fat injections Rex Getty
James did not name any dancers but finds it 'paradoxical' that they use such injections
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Injections and Their Impact
James, a 47-year-old 'bad boy of the dance floor', claims he learned about the use of fat injections by some dancers this year – just days after news emerged that a third of the celebrities this season are resorting to such procedures.
Together with his wife Ola, also a former 'Strictly' dancer, James has significantly improved his fitness in recent years through rigorous training, which they demonstrate in their show 'Dance Shred'.
However, he worries that some professionals and celebrities are willing to go to extremes to look perfect on the show.
James noted: 'Injections weren’t popular when Ola and I were losing weight.'
'There will definitely be misunderstandings since everyone usually thinks about themselves, right?'
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'I understand why someone might (use injections) if they don't have the discipline to do what I do – go to the gym every day.'
'I am not against injections, but I worry about their long-term effects on them.'
'I heard that injections are used among professional dancers on the show. It’s strange because almost every professional Latin and ballroom dancer I know has immense discipline.'
'But if that’s what people want to do – it’s their choice, their body, and if it makes them happy, then good for them.'
'However, I personally wouldn’t want to do that.'
It should be noted that fat injections were originally intended for treating type 2 diabetes but have gained popularity among the rich and famous over time.
Competition Among Dancers
James also pointed out the potential confusion among participants due to this issue, as competition remains fierce, and some professional dancers have not found partners this year.
'Even if you have friends there, in the end, you still want to get a partner, and that cannot be denied.'
'So there will be a certain element of discontent since everyone is trying to look after themselves, in their own way.'
Show Lifecycle
James believes it’s time for some dancers to leave the project, suggesting a 50% reduction in their numbers to rejuvenate the show.
He also noted the judging panel: 'I think it would freshen the show up, perhaps it’s worth changing judges since I’m already a bit tired of some of them.'
Final Thoughts
Despite some perceiving James's comments as envy, he emphasizes that his goal is to improve the show he loves.
A BBC spokesperson commented on the situation: 'While we will not comment on personal matters of this nature, we have no information that would support these claims.'
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Dance Shred
James also noted that there will be discontent among dancers due to the lack of partners this year
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'Strictly Come Dancing' will continue on Saturday, September 27, at 18:55 on BBC One.
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