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Shirley Ballas

Find out everything you ever wanted to know about Strictly Come Dancing judge Shirley Ballas, including the latest news, gossip and more. Shirley Ballas returns to Strictly this year after joining the BBC One show in 2017, replacing former head judge Len Goodman. Shirley is an accomplished dancer, competing in competitions around the world, winning various championships in Latin American Dance. She has one son, Mark Ballas, who appears on the American version of Strictly, Dancing With The Stars. 

See also: Strictly Come Dancing, Claudia Winkleman,Tess Daly