The BBC is seeking a “killer” new Saturday night format as Strictly Come Dancing faces fresh scandal.

A Strictly star has been arrested on suspicion of raping a woman after a BBC event, The Sun reported.

It is understood that the woman who claims she was assaulted by the star was not a contestant or a professional dancer on the show. New Feature

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The alleged incident occurred in 2024 and does not relate to any participants in the current Strictly series.

The news emerged three months after a further unnamed Strictly star was arrested on suspicion of an alleged rape.

The BBC has been under pressure to “pause” Strictly , which has also been rocked by a series of bullying allegations and the imminent departure of long-

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