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Man Pleads Guilty to Stalking 'Strictly Come Dancing' Judge Shirley Ballas

Kyle Shaw admitted to a six-year stalking campaign against Shirley Ballas and faces sentencing on April 1.

  • Kyle Shaw, 37, pleaded guilty at Liverpool Crown Court to stalking Shirley Ballas between 2017 and 2023.
  • In addition to stalking charges, Shaw admitted to possession of cannabis during the court proceedings.
  • Shirley Ballas, 64, has been the head judge on the BBC's 'Strictly Come Dancing' since 2017.
  • Shaw was granted conditional bail ahead of his sentencing, which is scheduled for April 1, 2025.
  • The case highlights ongoing safety concerns for high-profile television personalities in the UK.
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