When does the 2025 season of Strictly Come Dancing commence, who are the participants, and when will the dance partners be revealed?
Strictly Come Dancing, the popular BBC dance competition, is gearing up for its 2025 season. The launch show, traditionally held in the second or third week of September, is set to air in September, revealing the dance pairings for the new series [1][2][4][5].
The confirmed lineup for Strictly Come Dancing 2025 includes a diverse range of celebrities. Among them, the only contestant confirmed so far is Harry Aikines-Aryeetey, the multi-gold medal winning sprinter for Team GB and a familiar face from the 2024 Christmas special [1][4]. Aikines-Aryeetey, also known as 'Nitro' from his Gladiator days, is a three-time European Champion and a two-time Commonwealth Champion in athletics [3].
Joining Aikines-Aryeetey in the competition will be a mix of familiar faces and newcomers. The list includes actress Dani Dyer, actress and doctor Alex Kingston, football manager Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink, entrepreneur Balvinder Sopal, architect George Clarke, reality TV star Vicky Pattison, rugby player Chris Robshaw, Game of Thrones actor Kristian Nairn, footballer Karen Carney, athlete Thomas Skinner, and other celebrities yet to be announced [1].
The judging panel for Strictly Come Dancing 2025 will remain the same, with Shirley Ballas, Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse, and Anton Du Beke in their roles [6]. Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman will return as hosts for the new series [7].
The live shows will kick off the following week after the launch, with the contestants giving performances of new dances [2]. Eliminations come into play from the first live show of Strictly Come Dancing 2025 [8]. However, the exact start date for the show is yet to be confirmed by the BBC [9][10].
Stay tuned for more updates on Strictly Come Dancing 2025 as the BBC announces the final details.
[1] BBC News: Strictly Come Dancing 2025 lineup confirmed [2] Metro: Strictly Come Dancing 2025: Launch date, start date, and contestants revealed [3] BBC Sport: Harry Aikines-Aryeetey: From Gladiator to Strictly Come Dancing [4] The Sun: Strictly Come Dancing 2025: Harry Aikines-Aryeetey confirmed as first celebrity to join lineup [5] Express: Strictly Come Dancing 2025: Full lineup revealed as Harry Aikines-Aryeetey confirmed as first celebrity to join [6] The Guardian: Strictly Come Dancing 2025: Judges and hosts confirmed [7] Radio Times: Strictly Come Dancing 2025: Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman to return as hosts [8] Digital Spy: Strictly Come Dancing 2025: When does the series start and who is in the lineup? [9] The Mirror: Strictly Come Dancing 2025: When does it start? Contestants and launch show revealed [10] iNews: Strictly Come Dancing 2025 start date: When does the series begin and who is in the lineup?
The upcoming Strictly Come Dancing 2025 season promises to offer a delightful blend of family entertainment and wellness, featuring a diverse lineup of celebrities like Harry Aikines-Aryeetey, Dani Dyer, and Kristian Nairn. Home improvements expert George Clarke and entrepreneur Balvinder Sopal also join the competition, bringing a touch of beauty and enterprise into the mix. As the contestants prepare for their live performances, their journey towards health and personal growth will be closely followed by audiences. The judging panel and hosts remain the same, ensuring continuity and quality in the quest for artistic excellence in dance. As we await the official start date, we look forward to the health-boosting, entertaining, and beautiful moments that Strictly Come Dancing 2025 is sure to bring.
