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Strictly Come Dancing is going to be on our televisions more frequently this year. This is due to the BBC chiefs announcing grand plans to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the glitzy reality TV show.

K.J. Yossman BBC Studios have formed a new division for U.K. entertainment to be headed by Suzy Lamb, Variety has learned.

Just days after Strictly Come Dancing won the BAFTA for Best Entertainment programme, the BBC have teased that there will be a special spin-off show as part of Strictly’s 20th anniversary celebrations.To mark the show’s birthday, and to celebrate the fact that it is the BBC’s most successful entertainment series, the special Strictly will look back on some of the best and most memorable moments from the series over the years. Kalpna Patel-Knight, Head of Entertainment at the BBC, said: “Throughout its 20-year history, the show has launched careers, sparked trends, and touched the hearts of millions with its dazzling performances, emotional journeys, and unforgettable moments and we will be showcasing it all in this very special programme.” While more details of the anniversary special are currently under wraps, Suzy Lamb, Managing Director, BBC Studios Entertainment, added: “From glittering Ballroom numbers to high-energy Latin routines, the show continues to push the boundaries of dance and entertainment and we want viewers to join us in raising a toast to 20 years of sparkle and shine in the Strictly Come Dancing ballroom.” The show is likely to feature the many stand out moments from two decades of dance that began in 2004, when news presenter Natasha Kaplinsky took the first glitterball home with dance partner Brendan Cole.

Britain's Got Talent director Dean Jones has sadly died at the age of 56. The behind the scenes star, who worked on a number of other TV shows too and was director of production at Fremantle UK during the height of his career, passed away after being diagnosed with cancer. The news was announced by fellow colleagues, as Fremantle CEO Amelia Brown was one of the first to pay tribute.

Dean Jones, the director of production on juggernaut UK entertainment shows including Britain’s Got Talent, has died. He was 56.

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