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flag Ballas nearly died choking on a fish bone before the show but survived after a quick Heimlich maneuver.

flag Shirley Ballas, 65, nearly died after choking on a fish bone just before the Strictly Come Dancing Blackpool live show on November 22, 2025. flag She struggled to breathe for about 20 minutes backstage, fearing she wouldn’t survive. flag Her make-up artist, Jane Burstow, performed the Heimlich maneuver, successfully dislodging the bone. flag Ballas, who continued judging the show, later shared she’s recovering but still hoarse and plans to study first aid. flag The incident highlights the dangers of choking on small bones and the importance of quick emergency response.

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