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Strictly’s Lauren Oakley Condemns 'Disgraceful' Train Talk as Luba Mushtuk Leaves Show

The reaction underscores the reach of Strictly pros on social media.

Overview

  • Lauren Oakley, posting on X on Friday, condemned a group of men on the 10:58 Birmingham InternationalEuston train for what she called “disgraceful” talk about women.
  • She said their views were “abominable” and called it “disgusting” that they made the whole carriage listen to their conversation.
  • Supporters replied online with messages backing Oakley and criticizing the behavior she described, pointing to concern about harassment on public transport.
  • Luba Mushtuk announced on Instagram on Friday that she is leaving Strictly, becoming the third professional to depart this month after Nadiya Bychkova and Karen Hauer.
  • Mushtuk thanked the show and said she will join the Pro Tour for a final run, highlighting how dancers share personal moments and career news directly with fans.