The Game of Thrones star and DJ will enter the famous ballroom when Strictly returns to BBC One and BBC iPlayer this September

The BBC is said to have called in the Metropolitan Police after lawyers began an inquiry into the hit dance competition Strictly Come Dancing before the new series airs

Tom Chambers had starring roles in Holby City and Waterloo Road, but it was in 2008 that his career reached new heights after being crowned winner of Strictly Come Dancing

The sports presenter and legendary Lioness will enter the famous ballroom when Strictly returns to BBC One and BBC iPlayer this September

Now the BBC’s dancing competition is facing accusations of drug use. See a timeline of bad press for the show.

The cocaine use allegations were reportedly made in a legal submission by law firm Russells in March on behalf of former contestant Wynne Evans, who was dropped by the BBC after apologising for using ‘inappropriate language’ during the launch of the Strictly tour.

The presenter and writer will enter the famous ballroom when Strictly returns to BBC One and BBC iPlayer this September

Strictly Come Dancing professional Nadiya Bychkova has said she is feeling better as she undergoes medical tests after being rushed to hospital in an ambulance earlier this week. The 35-year-old Ukrainian dancer is reported to have been injured after landing on her back during rehearsals.

Geordie Shore star Vicky Pattison is one of 15 celebrities announced this week to be taking part in the annual series of Strictly Come Dancing, which is set to return on September 20

Reality dance series Strictly Come Dancing is returning to our screens later this year, with the 2025 lineup already announced