Strictly Come Dancing will be back to make your Saturday night far more fab-u-lous. The star-studded couples are set to take to the ballroom floor in a matter of hours.
The pairings were revealed at last weekend’s launch show, but one of the stars has since had to pull out. Dani Dyer had to quit after suffering an injury in rehearsals - find out more.
Her replacement has been announced. The new star has spoken about the ‘craziest 24 hours’ after getting the call.
Despite no elimination taking place this week, the favourite to leave the show first has been named. See the latest odds here.
The 14 remaining couples will perform their first routines together in a bumper length episode this evening. The start time has been confirmed, make sure you don’t get caught out.
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5. Stefan Dennis - withdrawn due to injury
Stefan Dennis is an actor, known to millions as Paul Robinson from Neighbours. He said: "This is an opportunity for me to once again learn to step out of my comfort zone in the world of television. Looking forward to the sparkle and reaching for the sky." He was partnered with Dianne Buswell but had to withdraw due to injury before week 5. | BBC Photo: BBC
6. Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink - eliminated
Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink is a former professional footballer. He said: "Swapping the pitch for the ballroom is certainly not something I’ve done before but I’m looking forward to tackling a fun challenge!" He was partnered with Lauren Oakley and was eliminated at the end of Icons week (week 5). | BBC Photo: BBC
7. Ellie Goldstein - eliminated
Ellie is a trailblazing model, actor and influencer, who in 2023 made history as the first model with Down syndrome to grace the cover of British Vogue. She said: "It’s a show I’ve loved watching for so long, and the chance to now be part of it feels like a dream." She is partnered with Vito Coppola and was the fifth celeb to be eliminated. She left in the Halloween week dance-off in week 6! | BBC Photo: BBC
8. Harry Aikines-Aryeetey - eliminated
Harry Aikines-Aryeetey is an Olympian, multi gold medal-winning Team GB sprinter, and star of Gladiators. He said: "I’ll be bringing tons of energy to light up the dance floor." He is partnered with Karen Hauer and was the sixth celeb to leave in series 23. | BBC Photo: BBC