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First official photo of new Strictly Come Dancing contestants released
The 23rd series features 15 celebrity contestants and professional dancers competing over 12 weeks to win the Glitterball Trophy, returning after a decade of National Television Awards success.
- Strictly Come Dancing returns for its 23rd series on BBC One and iPlayer starting September 20, 2025, featuring 15 celebrity contestants.
- The later start date follows recent casting changes including the removal of two professionals amid allegations and the forced withdrawal of a celebrity for medical reasons.
- The new lineup features notable figures such as ex-England rugby team leader Chris Robshaw, model Ellie Goldstein, and reality TV personality Dani Dyer, many of whom showcase pink-themed outfits in the official group photo.
- Strictly has won the National Television Awards' talent show prize for ten consecutive years, and Ellie Goldstein said she is 'absolutely over the moon to be joining' this year’s Strictly family.
- The show will run for 12 weeks featuring dances like salsa and quickstep as pairs compete for the Glitterball Trophy, reflecting its continued popularity despite recent controversies.
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Strictly Come Dancing 2025 stars embrace the sequins in first look at launch show - The Mirror
Strictly Come Dancing have released the first look images of the 2025 cast as the 15 celebrities prepare to take to the dance floor for the first live show in just two weeks time
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