Strictly Come Dancing has been hit with one of its most explosive scandals in years, as an alleged insider claims “more than one” contestant is connected to the BBC show’s ongoing drug investigation.
The bombshell revelation comes just days after reports first emerged that police were looking into potential drug use by a current participant. Now, fresh whispers from within the production suggest the problem could be far bigger than anyone imagined.
“It’s not just one person — there are a few names being whispered backstage,” the so-called source told a UK entertainment blog. “Some of them are shockingly high-profile. People are pretending everything’s normal on camera, but behind the scenes it’s tense, very tense.”
BBC Under Fire for Silence
The BBC has so far refused to comment, a move that has only poured fuel on the fire. Social media is ablaze with speculation, with hashtags like #StrictlyScandal and #StrictlyCoverUp trending across X and TikTok.
Fans are demanding answers. “If it’s true, we deserve to know who’s tarnishing the show’s reputation,” one long-time viewer fumed online. Others worry that false rumours could destroy innocent reputations if the broadcaster continues to stay quiet.
Sponsors Getting Nervous
An unnamed source at a major sponsor hinted that contracts could be reviewed if the allegations turn out to be true.
“Our brand is tied to Strictly’s family-friendly image. If that’s compromised, we’ll have to reconsider our involvement,” they told The Daily Star.
A Pattern of Trouble?
This isn’t the first time Strictly Come Dancing has faced a storm. From behind-the-scenes feuds to headline-grabbing romances, the Saturday night staple has weathered plenty of controversy — but drug allegations take it to a whole new level.
Some conspiracy-minded fans are even suggesting the BBC might be deliberately stalling to let the story “burn out” before the live shows reach their peak ratings.
Will the BBC finally address the claims head-on, or will the silence deepen the mystery? For now, one thing is certain: the glitterball has never hung over a cloud this dark.