Quick Info
| Profession | Dancer, dance teacher, dance adjudicator, television personality |
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| Nationality | English |
| Date of Birth | 06/09/1960 |
| Age | 66 years |
| Birthplace | Wallasey, Cheshire, United Kingdom |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
Latest News about Shirley Ballas
Shirley Ballas was reported to be spending time with a 36-year-old Italian dancer, prompting media speculation about a possible new relationship after her split from Danny Taylor. Reports described the outing as a public appearance, but did not confirm any romance.
Shirley Ballas reflected on her upbringing and family life in an interview, speaking about her mother Audrey and how her childhood in Wallasey shaped her resilience. She also looked back on her career and described how her early experiences influenced her path in dance.
Shirley Ballas was taken to hospital after falling and hitting her head on a glass table. She said she needed time to rest and recover from neck and back pain, and later reported that she was feeling much better after receiving medical care.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Shirley Annette Ballas |
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| Also Known As | The Queen of Latin |
| Known For | International Latin dance champion and head judge on Strictly Come Dancing |
Personal Life
| Birth Name | Shirley Annette Rich |
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| Former Surname | Stopford |
| Current Residence | Wirral, United Kingdom |
| Spouse | Toni Ballas |
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Career
| Specialization | International Latin division |
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| Current Role | Head judge on BBC One's Strictly Come Dancing |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. She began dancing at the age of seven. | |
| 2. She is widely referred to as 'The Queen of Latin'. | |
| 3. She has also worked as a choreographer and dance lecturer. | |
| 4. She concluded her competitive dancing career in 1996 to focus on teaching and judging. | |
| 5. She succeeded Len Goodman as the head judge of Strictly Come Dancing in 2017. | |
| 6. She was raised by her mother Audrey after her father left when she was two years old. |
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