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flag Shirley Ballas mourns aunt Mavis, a second mother, but will judge Strictly Come Dancing finale Dec. 20.

flag Shirley Ballas, judge on Strictly Come Dancing, shared the emotional news of her aunt Mavis’s passing just days before the 2025 finale. flag Describing Mavis as a second mother and lifelong confidante, Ballas honored her memory in an Instagram post, recalling their deep bond and cherished moments. flag Despite her grief, Ballas confirmed she will return to the studio on December 20 to support the final contestants—Amber Davies, George Clarke, and Karen Carney—as the show airs as scheduled. flag The announcement drew widespread sympathy from fans and celebrities alike.

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