Strictly Come Dancing is facing a major crisis as former production staff have accused the show of fostering a 'toxic and cruel' work environment. Allegations include intrusive questions about sex lives, sexist and sexualised comments, and overall mistreatment of talented co-workers. Notable controversies involve professional dancers Giovanni Pernice and Graziano Di Prima, with claims of abusive behavior towards their celebrity partners. BBC Studios has responded by emphasizing their commitment to crew welfare and denying recognition of a negative workplace culture. As the BBC investigates these allegations, the show's 20th anniversary plans are overshadowed by the ongoing scandal.