Scott Mills was told he could be the “love child” of Ann Widdecombe and John Sergeant – and is the favourite to be the next dancer booted off Strictly Come Dancing.

Strictly Come Dancing pro Robin Windsor has pulled out of this year’s show as a result of a back injury – and is being replaced by Australian dance star Trent Whiddon

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