Strictly Come Dancing semi-finalist George Clarke has shared candid behind-the-scenes insights about the BBC studio on The Useless Hotline podcast The star admitted the Strictly studio is smaller than it looks on TV (Image: Guy Levy/BBC/PA)

Strictly Come Dancing semi-finalist George Clarke has lifted the lid on the reality behind the glittering BBC ballroom, disclosing just how compact and transformed the studio appears compared with its television portrayal.

Speaking on The Useless Hotline podcast alongside co-host Max Balegde, George shared his initial reaction upon entering the famous set.

“It was really interesting because I've seen it live before in Blackpool, which is obviously a much bigger place. The studio is quite small,” he revealed.

Reflecting on the moment, Max q

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