Strictly Come Dancing 2024 is set to return amid both excitement and controversy. Olympic gold medallist Sam Quek joins the competition, expressing nerves about performing live despite her sports background. The show faces scrutiny as two professional dancers, Giovanni Pernice and Graziano Di Prima, have exited following misconduct allegations. Contestant Jamie Borthwick, who previously won the Strictly Christmas special, is back and anticipates a challenging but enjoyable experience. The lineup includes contestants with varying levels of dance experience, raising questions about fairness. Additionally, Nick Knowles, at 61, sees this as his last chance to participate due to age and prior collaborations with the show.