US EditionNeighbours legend confirmed as 12th star on Strictly Come Dancing
Thomas Skinner, known for The Apprentice and social media influence, joins Strictly Come Dancing 2025 as the tenth contestant among a diverse celebrity line-up announced this week.
- This Thursday, the BBC Press Office announced on X that TV personality Thomas Skinner is the tenth contestant for Strictly Come Dancing 2025.
- Hinting early Thursday morning, Skinner teased his Strictly Come Dancing participation in a video from his go-to cafe before confirming on Hits Radio with Sam Thompson.
- After rising in 2019 on The Apprentice, Skinner has appeared on 8 Out of 10 Cats, The Wheel, Good Morning Britain and Celebrity MasterChef.
- The move prompted fan outrage, as some Strictly fans criticized Skinner for his political views related to Donald Trump and ties to JD Vance.
- Strictly Come Dancing returns to BBC One and BBC iPlayer this September, with Skinner competing for 12 weeks of live shows.
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