Should Strictly introduce same-sex couples?

Judge Robert Rinder has said same-sex couples being introduced to Strictly Come Dancing could be “game-changing”.

The TV star, who finished fifth on the show in 2016, was speaking amid rumours that the BBC could make the move for the forthcoming series.

Speaking to the Daily Telegraph, Rinder welcomed the possibility.

Judge Robert Rinder has welcomed the possibility of same-sex couples appearing on Strictly Come Dancing

He said: “Look, it would be great if that happens because that visibility really does matter. Strictly is a big part of some people’s lives and for a young gay person going through (a difficult time), they could see that it can be fun, joyous and OK.

“People say society is post-gay, but there are places in London where it is still unsafe to hold the hand of your partner, so it could be game-changing.”

What do you think? Should Strictly Come Dancing break with tradition and introduce same-sex couples onto the show?