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Seventh celebrity for Strictly Come Dancing is revealed

Ellie Goldstein, 23, is the first contestant with Down syndrome to compete in a full series of Strictly Come Dancing, highlighting inclusivity on the BBC show.

  • On Wednesday, BBC Breakfast announced Ellie Goldstein, the ninth celebrity in Strictly Come Dancing 2025, confirming her participation.
  • Her trailblazing achievements include making history as the first model with Down’s syndrome on British Vogue and partnering with Mattel to launch the first Barbie with the condition.
  • Ellie Goldstein revealed, `I’m absolutely over the moon to be joining the cast and pros of Strictly Come Dancing this year...` and `The best partner is Nikita I want him, please, I love him so much`.
  • In scheduling details, Host Jon Kay confirmed Strictly Come Dancing 2025 returns to BBC One this September with `Strictly starts on the 20th September`.
  • Her groundbreaking role positions Ellie Goldstein to become the first person with Down’s syndrome to compete on a main series, and Mencap hopes her appearance will prompt important conversations.
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Former England rugby star revealed as eighth Strictly celebrity for 2025

Former England rugby union player Chris Robshaw is the eighth celebrity joining the new series of Strictly Come Dancing in September

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Daily Mirror broke the news in London, United Kingdom on Wednesday, August 13, 2025.
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