Strictly Star Detained Over Allegations of Rape After BBC Event Amidst Fresh Scandal

A STRICTLY star has been arrested on suspicion of raping a woman after a BBC event.

It comes less than three months after another star of the BBC’s flagship dance show was arrested for an alleged rape.

A Strictly star has been arrested on suspicion of raping a woman after a BBC event (stock picture) The BBC has been under increasing pressure to pause StrictlyCredit: BBC

The latest claim relates to an alleged incident in 2024, with a man, who cannot be named for legal reasons, arrested last month.

The woman who claims she was assaulted was not a contestant or pro dancer on the Bafta-winning show.

The pair had met as a result of the star’s participation in the flagship contest, which has been rocked by a string of scandals in recent years.

Hertfordshire Police last night confirmed the arrest, and said that inquiries are continuing.

News of the latest allegation comes less than three months after another and a separate alleged offence of “intimate image abuse”.

Bosses have done their utmost to steady the ship and make the show as scandal-free as possible, and yet now this has happened.

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Long-standing hosts and — ten days after the latest arrest.

The has been under increasing pressure to pause Strictly, which is now in its 23rd series.

It would allow corporation chiefs to take their time while bolstering safeguarding measures and revitalising the format.

Last night a source told The Sun: “This is an absolute nightmare for the BBC – a heartbreaking situation.

“Bosses have done their utmost to steady the ship and make the show as scandal-free as possible, and yet now this has happened.

“The BBC is taking this very ­seriously and will absolutely offer support to all concerned.”

Another insider added: “The series is due to go ahead as scheduled in 2026 but, of course, safeguarding measures are at the heart of all BBC shows in this current climate. And we will always adapt as necessary.”

In August the BBC launched an investigation into by two of the show’s stars.

We then revealed a male Strictly star had been — which is separate to the latest allegations.

Shrouded in controversy

The suspect was also questioned by police over allegations involving “non-consensual intimate image abuse”.

Other recent scandals to beset Strictly include a last year into pro .

We revealed that Sherlock actress against the Italian, who denied any wrongdoing.

He in the summer of 2024.

That September the after six of 17 complaints against Giovanni were upheld.

Former BBC Director-General Tim Davie admitted to MPs in September this year that ‘we may see more things coming out’Credit: Getty The most recent Strictly live tour was shrouded in controversyCredit: BBC

Meanwhile, fellow pro dancer was in July last year for gross misconduct.

A video showed he had in the back during rehearsals.

The most recent Strictly live tour was shrouded in controversy after opera singer was axed for during a photocall.

star after a video emerged of the actor using derogatory language.

‘More things coming out’

Last year the for Strictly in the wake of the scandals.

These included having , adding two new welfare producers and providing additional training for the dancers, production team and crew.

However, the-then BBC Director-General this year that “we may see more things coming out”.

Questioned over BBC “talent” abusing their positions, Mr Davie told the Culture, Media and Sport Committee: “We are seeing people call it out, and that is a positive change, but it’s ongoing work.

The allegations relate to an incident which happened in Hertfordshire during 2024.

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“I don’t think you can change culture in six months and suddenly say nothing’s going to occur.

“We may see more things coming out, because in some ways I’m asking for it, and being utterly transparent and running towards the problem.”

He has since .

Herts Police said last night of the latest case: “A man was released on police bail under investigation having been arrested in on Monday 13 October on suspicion of rape.

“The allegations relate to an incident which happened in Hertfordshire during 2024.

“Meanwhile inquiries by officers from Hertfordshire Constabulary’s Public Protection team will continue.

“Given the nature of the allegations, it would be inappropriate to make any further comment at this time.”

The BBC said: “It would not be appropriate to comment on an ongoing police investigation.”