Strictly Come Dancing Snubbed by BAFTA for First Time Amid Scandals

For the first time in its 20-year history, Strictly Come Dancing has been completely snubbed for BAFTA TV Award nominations, following a tumultuous year filled with scandals involving cast members. The beloved BBC dance competition, which has historically been a strong contender, has faced backlash due to allegations against professional dancer Giovanni Pernice and other controversies, including incidents involving Amanda Abbington and Graziano Di Prima. Despite its absence from the Entertainment category this year, Strictly did receive two nominations in the Craft branch, highlighting its production quality. The BAFTA nominations revealed a competitive field, with shows like The 1% Club and Taskmaster vying for the Best Entertainment Programme award. The controversy surrounding Strictly has raised questions about its future standing and reputation in the television landscape. Winners will be announced on May 11, as fans continue to react to the show's unprecedented snub.