STRICTLY Come Dancing bosses have banned over-60s from the star-studded show because of coronavirus, a report has claimed. The beloved BBC ballroom stalwart has seen a host of older contestants, including Lesley Joseph, Jimmy Tarbuck and Gloria Hunniford, successfully waltz onto the floor throughout the years. ⚠️ Read our coronavirus live blog for the latest news & updates Yet, show bosses are allegedly taking extra precautions for the upcoming instalment to protect their cast and crew from COVID-19 by having a strict age restriction.
A show insider told the Daily Star: "The virus is far more dangerous for older people, so insurance companies have said it’s not possible to offer cover.