Strictly Fans 'Excited' as First 'Confirmed' Celebrity Spotted at BBC Studio
GLASGOW CITY, SCOTLAND, JUL 28 – Alexis Warr, 25, and Julian Caillon join Strictly Come Dancing 2025, bringing international experience to the professional dancer lineup, confirmed by BBC ahead of the autumn series.
- Strictly Come Dancing has unveiled Alexis Warr and Julian Caillon as the new professional dancers for 2025, marking fresh talent for the upcoming season.
- Amid the start of training, the professional dancers were spotted heading to Elstree Studios for rehearsals ahead of the new series.
- Highlighting their credentials, Julian described joining Strictly as a 'Dream come true' and expressed excitement to be part of the show.
- In addition, the judging panel remains unchanged with Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse, Anton Du Beke and Shirley Ballas, and hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman will also return.
- Series 23 will premiere on Saturday, September 13 at 7:20 PM on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
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