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The BBC committed an on-screen blunder during Saturday evening’s Strictly Come Dancing 2025 Final when it incorrectly identified the Duchess of Edinburgh using an outdated title.<\/p>\n

As Prince Edward’s wife appeared in a surprise video segment, the broadcaster displayed “Sophie Wessex, HRH The Duchess of Edinburgh” beneath her image.<\/p>\n\n

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This caption was inaccurate, as Sophie relinquished the Wessex designation following adjustments to royal titles.<\/p>\n

The error occurred during one of the corporation’s most-watched live programmes of the year, with the final drawing millions of viewers to their screens for the climax of the dancing competition.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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BBC sparks backlash after Duchess of Edinburgh blunder during Strictly final<\/p>\n

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The Duchess of Edinburgh, who serves as Patron of Mencap, delivered the heartfelt message as part of a tribute compilation honouring contestant Ellie Goldstein.<\/p>\n

Ms Goldstein made history this series as the first person with Down’s syndrome to compete on the BBC dancing programme, though she was eliminated as the fifth celebrity to leave.<\/p>\n

In her recorded appearance, a smiling Sophie stated: “I’m Patron of MENCAP and Ellie is one of our amazing supporters. She has dispelled quite a number of perceptions of people with learning disabilities.”<\/p>\n

The 24-year-old model and actress returned to Saturday’s finale alongside her professional partner Vito Coppola, whom she described as “the best guy in the world”.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Karen Carney and Carlos Gu with their trophy after winning the 2025 series of Strictly Come Dancing<\/p>\n

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Sharp-eyed viewers were quick to highlight the mistake across social media platforms, with many expressing disbelief that such an error could slip through during a flagship BBC broadcast.<\/p>\n

One fan posted on X with evident frustration: “She isn’t called Sophie Wessex anymore!” accompanied by a face palm emoji.<\/p>\n

Questions emerged about how the incorrect caption made it to air on what ranks among the corporation’s premier live events of the calendar year.<\/p>\n

Not all reactions focused on the gaffe, however, with another viewer choosing to celebrate the royal involvement, writing: “Had all the royal touches tonight from Duchess of Edinburgh and Queen Camilla. #Strictly”<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Queen Camilla paid tribute to Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman as they hosted their last live show<\/p>\n

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Vito Coppola and Ellie Goldstein during their appearance on Strictly Come Dancing<\/p>\n

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The Duchess of Edinburgh was not the sole member of the Royal Family to feature during the evening’s broadcast.<\/p>\n

Queen Camilla, a well-known enthusiast of the dancing programme, penned a personal letter to departing presenters Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman<\/a> as they hosted their final episode.<\/p>\n

Long-serving judge Craig Revel Horwood, who has been with Strictly since its 2004 debut, read the tribute aloud, admitting he felt “nervous” before confirming its authenticity.<\/p>\n

Her Majesty praised the hosting duo for their “warmth, compassion, and sheer happiness”, describing them as “utterly fabulous” and urging them to “keep dancing” as they embark on new ventures.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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