Strictly star will not face rape charges, police say
Strictly Come Dancing Star’s Rape Arrest Results in No Charges
Authorities confirmed that a prominent figure from the BBC dance series Strictly Come Dancing, who was detained on suspicion of rape in October 2025, will not be subjected to formal criminal proceedings. The individual, whose identity remains confidential, was taken into custody on 13 October 2025 and released on bail following an investigation. Hertfordshire Police disclosed on Tuesday that they had consulted with the Crown Prosecution Service, concluding there was “not enough evidence” to pursue charges.
Details of the Investigation
The Sun had previously highlighted the incident, noting that the man was accused of sexually assaulting a woman after a BBC event. The victim was not a participant or professional in the show but had connected with him through his involvement in the competition. This case is unrelated to the latest season of Strictly, which airs from September to December. The program is produced at Elstree Studios in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire.
“There will be no criminal charges brought against the individual arrested by Hertfordshire Constabulary on 13 October 2025,” the police stated. “Bail was extended until 7 April 2026 to allow additional inquiries, but no further action is expected.”
Earlier in the year, another person linked to the show had been arrested in August for similar allegations. The Metropolitan Police indicated at that time the suspect was also under scrutiny for “non-consensual sharing of intimate images.” The role of this individual within the program remains unclear. Additional reporting by Noor Nanji.
Arrest Follows Previous Investigations
The arrest of the Strictly star in October followed a prior incident involving another associate of the show. That person had been detained in August for suspected rape and additional charges of image abuse. While the connection between the two cases is not specified, the latest arrest has concluded without legal consequences.
