Strictly pro to become judge like Anton Du Beke — and fans will be thrilled

The Strictly Come Dancing judging panel could be welcoming a pro dancer in a huge show shake-up, AI has claimed.

The iconic glitzy BBC One series has been a staple and favourite on TV screens since its debut back in 2004. And during its 19-year-run, an array of judges have stepped in.

The likes of Craig Revel Horwood, Bruno Tonioli and Arlene Phillips have all taken a seat at the iconic panel to share their thoughts on the latest lots of celebs. BGT judge and music star Alesha Dixon was also a judge on the show from 2009 to 2011.

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Shirley Ballas was also added to the line-up in 2017. The dance champ replaced the late showbiz veteran Len Goodman as head judge.

Then in 2021, for the first time, pro dancer Anton Du Beke joined the panel. Anton had been a dancer on the show since the series first began back in 2004.

Now, it’s been claimed by AI that another professional dancer could swap the dance floor for the judge's table. Daily Star has quizzed one of the world’s most popular artificially intelligent “creative” tools Bard AI to see what pro dancer could become a judge.

The program responded: “Several professional dancers from Strictly have been mentioned as potential candidates to join the judging panel.” Bard AI then listed “the most prominent” stars.

Up first was Karen Hauer, who is the longest-serving female professional on Strictly Come Dancing. The system said: “Karen Hauer has been a fixture on the show for 11 years.

“She is a versatile dancer with a strong technical background and is known for her ability to choreograph memorable routines. She has also expressed her desire to transition to the judging panel in the future.”

Another dancer that AI reckons could join the panel like Anton is Johannes Radebe. The program explained: “A South African Latin Champion and World Cup Finalist, Johannes Radebe joined Strictly Come Dancing in 2019 and quickly became a fan favorite. He is known for his flamboyant personality, his energetic dance performances, and his ability to give clear and constructive feedback.”

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Oti Mabuse, is another familiar face who could sit at the judging table. She was on the show as a pro dancer from 2015 to 2021.

Bard AI said: “A former Strictly Come Dancing professional and the sister of current judge Motsi Mabuse, Oti Mabuse is another strong contender to join the judging panel. She is a multi-award-winning dancer with a proven track record of success in both ballroom and Latin dance.”

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