Strictly's Secret Spilled: Pop Star's Snap Reveals Grand Return

As we eagerly anticipate the much-awaited return of Strictly Come Dancing to our weekend screens, pop sensation Anne-Marie has thrown a little curveball into the mix. The 33-year-old chart-topping singer-songwriter is set to grace the stage of the beloved BBC dance show for its 2024 season opener. In her excitement, she shared a behind-the-scenes snap featuring herself alongside several of the rockstar dancers. However, Anne-Marie might have unintentionally let the cat out of the bag regarding what the performers will wear, stealing a bit of the thunder from those who look forward to reveling in the dazzling outfits as well as the mesmerizing dance routines.

Sporting an eye-catching all-white ensemble complete with knee-high boots, Anne-Marie stood out against the backdrop of the dancers, who donned sleek black outfits. In a lighthearted moment captured in her Instagram Story, she playfully lamented, "Performing on @bbcstrictly tomorrow! Just singing though no dancing this time lol."

This season, the show's producers are introducing some revamped protocols aimed at improving the viewer experience following a challenging summer filled with allegations concerning the conduct of some of the professional dancers. Aimed at providing a more equitable playing field, they are reestablishing a weekly cap on practice hours—something that made its debut last year. This cap allows the celebrity contestants and their professional dance partners approximately 48 hours of rehearsal time per week, averaging about eight hours per day with a designated day off.

The revised structure gives couples the flexibility to pick when they rehearse, as long as they stay within the established weekly limit. The rationale behind the weekly cap is to foster fairness in the competition, especially considering that each contestant faces unique childcare and work commitments. An insider noted, "The spread of hours across the week is completely up to each celebrity."

Following the journey of the contestants, former Love Island star Tasha Ghouri has opened up about her own hurdles during rehearsals. Tasha is stepping into the spotlight after the historic participation of EastEnders actress Rose Ayling-Ellis, who was the first deaf contestant on