Shirley Ballas opens up about her tumultuous love life, revealing shocking infidelities and her recent breakup with Danny Taylor
London: Shirley Ballas, the head judge on Strictly Come Dancing, has had quite the rollercoaster ride in her love life. She’s faced everything from shocking betrayals to unexpected reunions.
Recently, she revealed that her relationship with Danny Taylor has ended. At 63, Shirley has been married twice and has dealt with some pretty heavy emotional baggage from her past romances.
Shirley has always been open about her feelings. She’s shared some tough experiences, including moments when she didn’t feel good enough. After some time apart, she surprised fans by reconnecting with her ex, Corky. She even posted a happy selfie with him on Instagram, hinting at future collaborations.
Shirley’s first marriage was to dance partner Sammy Stopford when she was just 18. They had a great run in the dance world but split after four years. They’ve remained friends, and she’s even shared fond memories of their time together.
Her second marriage to Corky was a whirlwind romance that started at a dance competition. They tied the knot in 1985 and welcomed their son, Mark. However, their marriage ended in 2007, with Shirley later revealing Corky’s infidelity in her memoir.
She shared some shocking details about their relationship, including how Corky body-shamed her during her pregnancy. It’s heartbreaking to hear how he treated her, especially during such a vulnerable time.
Shirley also had a memorable confrontation with a woman who claimed to have had an affair with Corky. In her memoir, she recounted how she ended up punching the woman after a tense exchange. It’s wild to think about how emotions can boil over like that.
More recently, Shirley’s romance with Danny Taylor became the talk of the town. They went public in 2019, and she even expressed how deeply she felt for him. But after a secret engagement, they ultimately decided to part ways.
On a podcast, she reflected on her relationships, calling them a disaster but expressing gratitude for her mother’s support. It’s clear that family means the world to her.
In a surprising twist, Shirley also admitted to a past fling with another woman at a birthday party. It’s a candid moment that shows she’s not afraid to own up to her mistakes.
Shirley’s journey through love has been anything but ordinary, and she continues to share her story with honesty and grace.