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'Strictly Come Dancing': Katie Derham And Anton Du Beke Slam 'Fix' Claims: 'That Cannot And Would Not Happen'

The 'Strictly' Fix Row Rages On...
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‘Strictly Come Dancing’ finalists Katie Derham and Anton Du Beke have hit back at claims that the judges fixed the show so they would be in the final four couples, stating that doing so would be “impossible”.

The duo have come under fire since making it to this weekend’s finale, following reports that the panel unfairly opted to save Katie and Anton during the most recent dance-off, to finally give the professional dancer the chance to compete in a live final, after 11 years on the show.

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Anton and Katie found themselves in the bottom two last week

During an appearance on Chris Evans’ Radio 2 show, Katie and Anton were quick to deny the claims, with presenter Katie telling the host: "Chris, like you I've worked for the BBC for a very long time. That sort of stuff just doesn't, cannot, wouldn't happen.

“Too many people [are] keeping an eye on all the Ts being crossed and the Is being dotted, and also, can I just say - how can it be fixed when it's mostly the public voting?"

Anton added: "Forget it. Forget it. It's impossible!"

This is the first time Anton has ever made it to the final, but we need to point out that his previous partners - which include Ann Widdecombe and Nancy Dell’Olio - weren’t exactly hot favourites to do well.

The BBC have faced numerous ‘fix’ claims during the current series, and earlier this week, it was reported that bosses have called a private meeting with pro Ola Jordan, following accusations she made about the judging and scoring systems.

On Saturday, Katie goes up against Kellie Bright, Jay McGuiness and Georgia May-Foote, in the battle for the Glitterball trophy.

'Strictly Come Dancing': All The Winners
Natasha Kaplinsky and Brendan Cole(01 of12)
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Newsreader Natasha Kaplinsky was the first star to ever triumph in the inaugural series of 'Strictly Come Dancing', back in 2004, when there were just seven competitors to beat.Having obviously been a hit with 'Strictly' viewers, she was later chosen to cover for regular presenter Tess Daly, when she went on maternity leave. (credit:BBC)
Jill Halfpenny and Darren Bennet(02 of12)
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Clearly sensing they were onto a winner, the BBC decided to kick-start the second series of 'Strictly' just three months after Natasha Kaplinsky's victory, securing its spot in the Saturday night schedule in the latter half of the year.Jill Halfpenny was crowned winner second time around, along with her partner, Darren Bennet. (credit:PA/PA Archive)
Darren Gough and Lilia Kopylova(03 of12)
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Darren became the first male celebrity to triumph in the 'Strictly Come Dancing' final in 2005, beating Colin Jackson and eventual 'It Takes Two' presenter Zoe Ball in the process. (credit:Michael Boyd/PA Archive)
Mark Ramprakash and Karen Hardy(04 of12)
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Cricket player Mark Ramprakash took home the glitter-ball trophy a year later.Here he is performing with his professional partner, Karen Hardy, at the BBC Sports Personality Of The Year Awards a year after his victory. (credit:David Davies/PA Archive)
Alesha Dixon and Matthew Cutler(05 of12)
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'Strictly' helped breathe new life into Alesha's career, when she and partner Matthew Cutler were crowned winners.Her smash hit solo single 'The Boy Does Nothing' followed soon after, not to mention a spot on the 'Strictly' judging panel... until Simon Cowell decided to snare her for 'BGT', that is. (credit:BBC)
Tom Chambers and Camilla Dallerup(06 of12)
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'Holby City' actor Tom Chambers' public profile skyrocketed, when he and his professional partner, Camilla Dallerup, were crowned winners of the sixth series.They beat TV presenter Lisa Snowdon and 'Negotiate With Love' singer Rachel Stevens in the live final, back in 2008. (credit:Mark Cuthbert via Getty Images)
Chris Hollins and Ola Jordan(07 of12)
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Chris Hollins gave professional dancer Ola Jordan her first, and so far only, win back in 2010. (credit:BBC)
Kara Tointon and Artem Chigvintsev(08 of12)
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Kara and Artem had a double victory in 2010.Shortly after taking home the glitter-ball trophy, they announced that they were dating. (credit:Rowan Miles/PA Archive)
Harry Judd and Aliona Vilani(09 of12)
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Can we please just take a moment to appreciate this photo? (credit:David Jones/PA Archive)
Louis Smith and Flavia Cacace(10 of12)
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The tenth series was won by Olympian Louis Smith and his professional partner, Flavia Cacace. (credit:Georgie Gillard/Associated Newspapers/REX)
Abbey Clancy and Aljaž Skorjanec(11 of12)
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In the first ever all-female 'Strictly' final, Abbey beat Susanna Reid and Natalie Gumede to the glitter-ball trophy.Fourth place was also a female contestant, with Sophie Ellis-Bextor leaving the competition at the semi-final stage. (credit:Rui Vieira/PA Archive)
Caroline Flack and Pasha Kovalev(12 of12)
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And then there was the most recent 'Strictly' winner, Caroline Flack, who took part in the competition less than a year after leaving 'X Factor' spin-off show, 'Xtra Factor'.Apparently sensing her popularity was on the rise, Simon Cowell quickly signed her up to host the main show, alongside Olly Murs. (credit:BBC)

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