Strictly star shares update after sustaining injuries to her head and back

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19 Jan 2026 • 6:26 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • Shirley Ballas, head judge on Strictly Come Dancing, was hospitalised after hitting her head on a glass table during a fall on Saturday.
  • The 65-year-old sustained injuries to her neck and back, but confirmed her skull was not fractured.
  • She expressed gratitude for the medical care received and reassured fans she is 'feeling much better' and needs to rest.
  • Ms Ballas plans to 'take it easy for 72 hours' and expects to feel 'right as rain' afterwards.
  • She is still scheduled to join the Strictly Come Dancing live tour, which commences next week.

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