The wait is over — the Strictly Come Dancing 2026 couples have been officially revealed.
✨ From Soap Stars to Olympians, Love Islanders to Footballers, TV Presenters to a celebrity hairstylist, this year’s cast brings together a brilliantly varied mix of famous faces, all hoping to impress on the dancefloor and lift the famous Glitterball Trophy.
Below, you’ll find our full partner-by-partner guide, answering the all-important question: Who is each Strictly professional’s celebrity partner in 2026?
We’ll be following every paso, pirouette and pivot as the series unfolds. Stay tuned for weekly updates, results, and behind-the-scenes stories from the ballroom 👉 Who are you backing to win Strictly 2026?
Who are the Strictly Come Dancing 2026 Couples – Full List
Meet the Strictly Come Dancing 2026 Couples
Dani Dyer & Nikita Kuzmin
Love Island’s 2018 winner, now a broadcaster and podcaster, Dani Dyer is ready to swap island villa drama for ballroom choreography.
Lacey Turner & Vito Coppola
EastEnders favourite Lacey Turner, best known for her iconic role as Stacey Slater, is Age 38 and ready to exchange Albert Square drama for the sparkle of the Strictly ballroom.
Delta Goodrem & Kai Widdrington
Australian singer-songwriter and actress Delta Goodrem is ready to swap stadium performances for sequins and the Strictly ballroom.
Chris Appleton & Amy Dowden
Celebrity hairstylist Chris Appleton, known for working with some of the world’s biggest stars, is Age 43 and ready to trade the salon chair for the Strictly dance floor.
Cach Mercer & Maddie Ingoldsby
Love Island 2025 winner Cach Mercer is bringing plenty of confidence to the Strictly Come Dancing ballroom. After winning the nation’s hearts on Love Island, Cach has built a successful career as a model, DJ and social media creator, with millions of likes across TikTok.
Will Best & Dianne Buswell
Big Brother presenter Will Best is best known for co-hosting ITV’s Big Brother and Celebrity Big Brother alongside AJ Odudu. His broadcasting career has also included programmes for MTV, Channel 4 and the BBC, while radio listeners may recognise him from the Hits Radio Breakfast Show.
Dame Sarah Storey & Julian Caillon
Britain’s most successful Paralympian, Dame Sarah Storey, is preparing to take on a completely new sporting challenge in the Strictly ballroom.
Jaime Winstone & Carlos Gu
British actress Jaime Winstone is leaving the film set behind as she prepares to make her Strictly Come Dancing debut.
Bethany Antonia & Nancy Xu
Bethany Antonia is best known for playing Baela Targaryen in HBO’s hit fantasy drama House of the Dragon. The Birmingham-born actress has also appeared in Get Even, Stay Close, Nolly, Doctor Who and Stath Lets Flats.
Shaun Wright-Phillips & Alexis Warr
Former England international Shaun Wright-Phillips is swapping the football pitch for the ballroom as he joins the Strictly Come Dancing 2026 line-up.
Graeme Hall “The Dogfather” & Lauren Oakley
Known to millions as “The Dogfather”, Graeme Hall is one of Britain’s best-loved dog trainers and behaviourists. He rose to national fame through Channel 5’s Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly, where he has helped owners tackle everything from nervous puppies to unruly pets using kind, reward-based training methods.
Lawrence Robb & Jowita Przystał
Scottish actor Lawrence Robb is best known for playing Mackenzie Boyd in ITV’s long-running soap Emmerdale.
Tabby Stoecker & Mark Karmalita
Team GB star Tabby Stoecker is swapping the ice track for the dance floor! Tabby won Olympic gold in the mixed team skeleton at the 2026 Winter Olympics, alongside Matt Weston.
John Nellis & Katya Jones
Northern Irish content creator John Nellis has built an enormous online audience with his entertaining football videos, challenges and social media content.
Melanie Walters & Aljaž Škorjanec
Welsh actress Melanie Walters is best known and loved as Gwen West in Gavin & Stacey, playing Stacey’s mum throughout the hit BBC comedy. Her other television work includes Death Valley, and now she’s heading for the Strictly ballroom.
📆 Friday 5th – Sunday 7th March 2027
📍 4* Alton Towers Resort Hotel, Staffordshire
⌛ Early Bird £659pp Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
💃 Strictly Stars confirmed – Kai Widdrington & Lauren Oakley, Julian Caillon & Alexis Warr, Aljaz Skorjanec & Janette Manrara, Giovanni Pernice, Leandro Palou & Maria Tsiatsiani, David Cockram & Rosie Ward, Team Warren & Kristi Boyce
🛏️ Double, Twin, Triple & Themed Bedrooms available
✨ Over half the rooms already sold!
⭐ Join Strictly Come Dancing Stars Kai Widdrington & Lauren Oakley, Aljaz Skorjanec & Janette Manrara, Giovanni Pernice, Julian Caillon & Alexis Warr, British Showdance Champions David Cockram & Rosie Ward, Argentine Tango Stars Leandro Palou & Maria Tsiatsiani, Team Warren & Kristi Boyce, plus the Tony Greenwood Big Band at the fabulous 4* Alton Towers Resort Hotel ⭐
📆 Friday 19th – Sunday 21st March 2027
📍 4* De Vere Beaumont Estate, Old Windsor
⌛ Early Bird £689pp Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
💃 Strictly Stars confirmed – Anton Du Beke, Julian Caillon & Alexis Warr, Aljaz Skorjanec & Janette Manrara, David Cockram & Rosie Ward, Team Warren & Kristi Boyce
🛏️ Double, Twin, Deluxe & Deluxe View
✨ Over half the rooms already booked
⭐ Join Strictly Come Dancing Stars Anton Du Beke, Julian Caillon & Alexis Warr, Aljaz Skorjanec & Janette Manrara, British Showdance Champions David Cockram & Rosie Ward, Team Warren & Kristi Boyce, Argentine Tango Stars plus the Tony Greenwood Big Band at the impressive 4* De Vere Beaumont Estate ⭐
📆 Friday 16th – Sunday 18th April 2027
📍 5* Celtic Manor Resort Hotel & Spa, Newport
⌛ Early Bird £755pp Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
💃 Strictly Stars confirmed – Anton Du Beke, Kai Widdrington & Lauren Oakley, Julian Caillon & Alexis Warr, Giovanni Pernice, Leandro Palou & Maria Tsiatsiani, David Cockram & Rosie Ward, Team Warren & Kristi Boyce, Benjamin Turner and Lilia Fleming
🛏️ Superior, Deluxe, Deluxe Suites & Signature Suites available
✨ Final 15 bedrooms remaining – don’t miss out!
⭐ Join Strictly Come Dancing Stars Anton Du Beke, Kai Widdrington & Lauren Oakley, Giovanni Pernice, Julian Caillon & Alexis Warr, British Showdance Champions David Cockram & Rosie Ward, Argentine Tango Stars Leandro Palou & Maria Tsiatsiani, World, European and British U21 10-Dance Champions Benjamin Turner and Lilia Fleming, plus the Tony Greenwood Big Band at the stunning 5* Celtic Manor Resort Hotel & Spa ⭐
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