Strictly Come Dancing's head judge Shirley Ballas has spoken out about her terrifying ongoing ordeal with a stalker, revealing she 'never feels safe' after being followed and having her elderly mother confronted.
The 63-year-old dance legend shared the chilling details of her experience, explaining how the persistent individual has caused significant distress to both her and her family.
Confrontation at Mother's Home
In a deeply concerning development, Ballas disclosed that the stalker tracked down and approached her 93-year-old mother, Audrey, at her home. This violation of her family's privacy has left the television personality particularly shaken and concerned for her mother's safety.
'The fact that they targeted my elderly mother is what truly terrifies me,' Ballas expressed, highlighting the emotional toll the situation has taken on her family.
Constant Security Concerns
The Strictly star admitted she now lives with constant anxiety about her security arrangements. Despite taking numerous precautions, she revealed that the fear of being followed never completely leaves her.
'I'm always looking over my shoulder, checking who's around me,' she confessed. 'It's affected my sense of security in my own home and when I'm going about my daily life.'
Impact on Mental Health
Ballas spoke candidly about the psychological impact of the stalking, describing how the situation has affected her mental wellbeing and forced her to change her routines and behaviours.
The celebrity judge has had to implement extensive security measures and remains vigilant at all times, a burden she says weighs heavily on her daily life.
She emphasised the seriousness of stalking behaviours and encouraged others in similar situations to seek help and report incidents to authorities immediately.
