Arlene Phillips to return for Strictly Come Dancing 2012?
Arlene Phillips is reportedly in talks with BBC, about returning to Strictly Come Dancing.
The accomplished choreographer was axed from the show back in 2009 and subsequently replaced by former winner Alesha Dixon. She went on to join Nigel Lythgoe as a judge on his dance series ‘So You Think You Can Dance’ (which we sincerely miss by the way!).
However Alesha has recently announced her decision to leave the BBC and join ITV’s Britain’s Got Talent, where she will judge hopefuls alongside Simon Cowell, David Walliams and Amanda Holden. This of course leaves a spot free on Strictly.
Insiders say Arlene has talked to channel bosses about the possibility of a comeback, though nothing is as yet set in stone.
“There is no offer on the table but Mark [the BBC entertainment controller] wanted to know where Arlene’s head was on the whole thing,” a source told The Sun.
“Her departure was not without bad feeling and controversy so you can understand her being cautious.
“Likewise, the BBC axed her for a reason so it could be that that chapter should remain closed.”
We would love to see Arlene back in her rightful place, however we can see that she might be too busy to do so. Arlene is choreographer for the West End production of The Wizard of Oz, she is the author of a set of children’s books titled ‘Alana Dancing Star’ and later this year she is expected to expand her jewellery range which is sold on QVC.
Would you like to see Phillips back on Strictly? Leave your comments below.
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I would much rather see Karen Hardy back as a judge on strictly as I think she would make a much better job of it than Arlene. I think that you need some younger and with plenty of experience, and I think Karen fits the bill perfectly
She’s worked with the BBC since she left Strictly. For Example in she worked with the BBC on choreographing Jade Ewen’s (now of the Sugabas) Eurovision participation in Moscow.
So clearly she’s still willing to work with the BBC and the BBC are still willing to employ her, so yes bring her back.
And get rid of that fool Bruce forsyth.
Steve Jones and Holly Willoughby would be the ultimate combo.
I think its time to move on from the Phillips/Dixon era its created too much bad feeling and now that Alesha has gone I think the show should move on and get a new female judge with a strong dance background. Karen Hardy will be my in house choice with Kimberley Wyatt my second choice if they want to go with a person from outside the show. No former contestents please.
I was told Miranda Hart might be a judge, that would be funny!! but she doesnt have the dance experience so i cant see that happening
Karen Hardy dont need to say any more
I like Arlene but time as moved on.
Think Karen Hardy perfect for the job and was sad when she left. Great she is on it takes two with her coegraphy corner lots of experince as a dancer and well respected.
Dont just pick a celeb need someone with experience.