Fern Britton Reveals Strictly Come Dancing Struggles

Strictly Come Dancing has been in the spotlight recently with revelations from former contestants. Sarah Hadland shared her infatuation with Brandon Flowers from The Killers during a podcast, recounting a memorable meeting at the Royal Variety Performance where she felt out of place but thrilled to meet him. Meanwhile, Darren Gough, a past winner, discussed the judging dynamics on the show, suggesting judges form opinions based on final rehearsals, which could influence contestant outcomes. Fern Britton has been vocal about her challenging experience on the show, revealing in her new book that she often cried before rehearsals with her partner Artem Chigvintsev, who made comments that impacted her confidence. These insights come as the show prepares for its 20th anniversary, amid ongoing controversies and challenges from past seasons, including the fallout from recent scandals. Britton's account raises questions about the pressures contestants face, which may prompt a reassessment of the show's environment and dynamics.