Strictly Come Dancing pro Kai Widdrington won't partner with a celebrity due to a male-heavy line-up.

Strictly Come Dancing pro Kai Widdrington will not partner with a celebrity for the upcoming series due to a male-heavy line-up, with nine male celebrities and six female stars. Kai, who gained popularity from his partnership with Angela Rippon last year, will still be part of the group dances. The show's small number of female contestants has raised concerns about the impact of bullying allegations on participation.