2005: Brendan Cole slaps Fiona Philips' bottom at Strictly rehearsal

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During a Strictly Come Dancing rehearsal, Brendan Cole was seen slapping his celebrity partner Fiona Philips' bottom. The incident occurred while practicing their routine.