A former Strictly Come Dancing star has spoken out, claiming he was 'stitched up' by the BBC show's bosses during his time on the show, which saw him split from his partner

A former Strictly Come Dancing star has hit out at the BBC show bosses, claiming he felt 'stitched up' by the programme in a new shock rant.

Former Hollyoaks star Ricky Whittle, who competed on Strictly in 2009, and was partnered with professional dancer Natalie Lowe during his time on the show. The Calvin Valentine actor, 45, ended up become the show's runner-up of the series, finishing in second place behind sports presenter Chris Hollins.

However, 16 years after he left the Strictly ballroom, he has hit out at the show, claiming producers 'manipulated' a romance between himself and his dance partner Natalie,

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