Shirley Ballas faces judging role uncertainty at International Championships over dancer friendship

Shirley Ballas, a Strictly Come Dancing judge, is reportedly at risk of losing her judging role at the International Championships due to concerns over her close friendship with a competing dancer. The event is scheduled for next week. The concerns stem from Ballas's bond with Italian dancer Giuseppe Nonnis, who will compete in the Professional Latin category. Organizers are reportedly aware of the issue, with sources claiming the friendship could breach event rules regarding adjudicators and competitors. Nonnis's ex-fiancée has called a potential romance "the ultimate betrayal," while his mother insists the relationship is purely professional. Ballas has not publicly commented on the situation.