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Strictly Come Dancing Pro Quits Show After 14 Years in Emotional Video
Karen Hauer, the longest-serving female professional dancer on Strictly Come Dancing, chose to leave after 14 years to pursue new projects, the BBC confirmed.
- Karen Hauer announced her departure from Strictly Come Dancing after 14 years in an Instagram video, stating it was "the right time" to close the chapter.
- Joining the program in 2012, Hauer became its longest-serving female professional dancer and recalled her debut alongside Sir Bruce Forsyth and Len Goodman, which changed her life.
- In an official statement, the BBC praised Hauer's "incredible contribution" over 14 years, while her partnerships included Gladiator star Harry Aikines-Aryeetey, Jamie Laing, and late Hairy Bikers chef Dave Myers.
- Her departure follows reports that several professional dancers were axed ahead of the 2026 series, though the BBC has yet to confirm further roster changes.
- Assuring fans her announcement "isn't a goodbye, it's simply see you later," Hauer said she will continue dancing as the series returns to BBC One and iPlayer later this year.
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The Independent (US)Karen Hauer confirms she has quit Strictly Come Dancing after 14 years
The long-standing pro will leave the programme to focus on other projects
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