Strictly judge Shirley Ballas addresses future on series after speculation over exit

Shirley Ballas has addressed rumours suggesting this series of Strictly Come Dancing could be her last. The head judge reassured fans that she intends to remain on the BBC show for the foreseeable future. This follows her recent appearance as a guest judge on the US counterpart, Dancing With The Stars, for its Halloween special. Ballas also previously judged Dancing With The Stars: The Next Pro alongside her son, Mark Ballas, to identify a new professional dancer.