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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Jacob Stolworthy and Lauren Morris

Who are the confirmed Strictly Come Dancing 2026 contestants?

  • The BBC has started revealing the celebrity line-up for Strictly Come Dancing 2026, with five contestants confirmed so far.
  • EastEnders actress Lacey Turner was the first contestant announced, expressing her excitement to learn “a new skill” on the show.
  • Former Love Island contestant Dani Dyer is set to return after withdrawing from last year's series due to injury, alongside recent Love Island winner Cach Mercer .
  • Australian singer and former Neighbours actor Delta Goodrem , celebrity hair stylist Chris Appleton and Big Brother co-host Will Best have also been confirmed for the upcoming series.
  • The new series will feature Emma Willis , Josh Widdicombe , and Johannes Radebe as presenters, with Jake Quickenden and Paralympian Dame Sarah Storey rumoured to be joining the cast.

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Strictly Come Dancing lineup: The confirmed 2026 celebrity cast so far – and the rumoured stars

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