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The Latest Breaking News from Strictly

Strictly Come Dancing star announces split from husband after eight years

The American dancer married her high school sweetheart Jake Burton in November 2018

Evening Standard

Strictly professionals cull was ‘getting rid of dead wood’, says James Jordan

Jordan, who was a professional dancer on the BBC show from 2006 until 2013, said a shake-up was ‘needed’.

Evening Standard

Delta Goodrem ‘absolutely thrilled’ as Australian star confirmed in Strictly Come Dancing line-up

She has become the third star to be confirmed on the BBC show

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EastEnders star Lacey Turner announced as first celebrity to join Strictly

The 38-year-old will be among the stars taking to the ballroom floor later this year.

Evening Standard

Strictly’s Johannes says he is not hanging up his dancing shoes yet

Johannes Radebe will take over from Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman to present Strictly alongside Emma Willis and Josh Widdicombe.

Evening Standard

Blackpool Tower lights up for Strictly Come Dancing’s three new hosts

Emma Willis, Johannes Radebe, and Josh Widdicombe were confirmed as Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly’s replacements on Tuesday

The Independent UK

Blackpool Tower lit up with the names of new Strictly Come Dancing presenters

Johannes Radebe, Josh Widdecombe and Emma Willis are the new trio.

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Fleur East admits to being ‘bothered’ by missing out on Strictly hosting job

‘I’ve kind of lied to myself that I’d be all right with not doing it or not being considered,’ the ‘It Takes Two’ presenter said – amid rumours that Emma Willis has secured the job

The Independent UK

Strictly pro Johannes Radebe 'set for unique hosting role alongside Emma Willis' after 'incredible audition'

The 39-year-old South African dancer - who joined Strictly in 2018 - ‘impressed bosses with his chemistry tests’

Evening Standard

Strictly Come Dancing confirms returning professional dancers amid departures

Alexis Warr, Amy Dowden and Aljaz Skorjanec are among the returning performers on one of the BBC’s flagship shows.

Evening Standard

Strictly Come Dancing confirms new pro dancer line-up amid BBC show shake-up

BBC show axed five stars from professional cast earlier this year

The Independent UK

Gorka Marquez's surprising career move revealed after Strictly Come Dancing exit

His departure comes after a slew of professional dancers left Strictly in a major shake-up

Evening Standard

Gorka Marquez ‘steps back’ from Strictly Come Dancing after 10 years

The 35-year-old made the announcement on Instagram.

Evening Standard

Gorka Marquez leaves Strictly after 10 years, 'It's time to hang up my dance shoes'

In an emotional statement, the Spanish professional said he will continue to be ‘grateful’ to the show, as his co-stars pay tribute

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The Independent UK

Gorka Marquez quits Strictly Come Dancing after 10 years

‘It’s time to hang up my dance shoes and say goodbye,’ Spanish star said

Woman & Home

Shirley Ballas 'finally' details secret new role - and could it be a stepping stone away from Strictly?

The Strictly Head Judge is teaming up with her choreographer son Mark Ballas on a special project launching this summer

Evening Standard

Nine Strictly hosting candidates 'face off in gruelling auditions at secret London location'

Bosses are said to be scrambling to find a duo who ‘click instantly’ as the 24th series premiere looms

The Independent UK

All the dancers leaving Strictly Come Dancing as BBC shakes up cast

Dance competition series is undergoing a major overhaul ahead of 2026 series

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The Independent UK

Strictly Come Dancing’s new presenters: the stars rumoured to replace Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman

Rumours of who could replace presenters have been circulating for months

The Independent UK

Strictly star Nadiya Bychkova confirms exit from BBC series amid ongoing overhaul: ‘This isn’t the end’

Ukrainian dancer joined the show in 2017, and said she ‘looked forward to being part of the Strictly world for many years to come’

The Independent UK

Strictly star Aljaž Škorjanec defends BBC’s decision to axe fellow professionals

‘It’s in the best interest of the show,’ dancer says while addressing alleged cast cull

Evening Standard

Strictly Come Dancing ‘axes five pro dancers’ including longest-standing favourite in new series shake-up

The reported changes follow a period of transition for the BBC ballroom show after hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman stepped down at the end of the previous season

The Independent UK

BBC must take Strictly off air during major behind-the-scenes overhaul, says pro dancer

Kristina Rihanoff spoke of ‘horrendous’ experience pros face while waiting for contract to be renewed

The Independent UK

Strictly Come Dancing ‘axes three professional dancers’ from 2026 series

Reported shakeup comes as the broadcaster continues its hunt for a new host

The Independent UK

Strictly’s Johannes Radebe becomes UK citizen: ‘Britain welcomed me’

‘This is not just citizenship. It is gratitude,’ the professional dancer said

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