Anton Du Beke was reportedly "livid" after being overlooked for a judging role on ‘Strictly Come Dancing’.
The 53-year-old dancer – who is one of the show’s longest-serving stars – was snubbed for the coveted role in favour of Motsi Mabuse, and Anton feels gutted by the BBC’s decision.
A source told The Sun on Sunday newspaper: "Anton has gone out of his way to make it known he wanted the job on the judging panel ever since Darcey Bussell left.
"He felt if they recruited within the ‘Strictly’ family, it should be him. And despite not doing a screen test for the role, he still really thought he had a chance.
"As far as he was concerned, appearing on ‘Strictly’ for 15 series has been his screen test.
"So when the news broke that Motsi was the new judge, he was livid. And he claimed he would quit unless the ‘Strictly’ bosses gave him an ‘enhanced’ position.
"It was a real snub to his pride, especially as this is the second time he’s been overlooked."
Earlier this year, Anton admitted he’d love to serve as a judge on the hit TV show.
He confessed: "I don’t know if it will be me but if they asked me I would love to. People say they are real fans of mine but we will have to wait and see if they ask me first."
Anton Du Beke angered by Strictly Come Dancing snub?
