Carlos Gu joined the Strictly Come Dancing professional line-up in 2022 and quickly became a firm favourite thanks to his technical flair, charisma, and emotionally charged choreography. Get to know more about Carlos – his dance background, Strictly highlights, achievements, and what makes him one of the most exciting dancers in the Strictly family. Table of Contents
Who did Carlos Gu partner on Strictly in 2024?
In the 2024 Strictly series, Carlos was not partnered with a celebrity, but still played a key role in the spectacular group numbers throughout the season. He also toured in 2025 with fellow pro Amy Dowden, wowing audiences around the UK.
Who is Carlos’ Celebrity Partner in Strictly 2025?
Watch this space! The Strictly Come Dancing 2025 line-up will be announced mid-September and we’ll update this page the moment the 2025 pairings are revealed!
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Carlos Gu Facts – Height, Age, Dance Partners, Relationships, Awards, Tours
How old is Carlos Gu?
Carlos is currently 31 years old, born on 6th January 1994.
How tall is Carlos?
Carlos stands at 1.65m (approx. 5ft 5in) tall.
Where is Carlos from?
Carlos was born in China, where his competitive dance journey began and flourished. His international background brings a rich fusion of styles to the Strictly ballroom.
Who is Carlos’s professional dance partner?
Outside of Strictly, Carlos has been dancing with Susan Sun since 2011. Together they’ve competed internationally, racking up over 80 competitive results in Latin categories.
Carlos tours & performs with Strictly Professional Amy Dowden MBE.
What’s Carlos’s favourite dance?
Carlos has revealed his favourite style is the Rumba – a dance he often uses to showcase storytelling and technique.
Is Carlos in a relationship?
Carlos prefers to keep his private life under wraps. While he regularly shares photos with friends and dance partner Susan Sun, he has not confirmed any romantic relationships.
What are Carlos’s greatest dance achievements?
Carlos Gu is one of the most highly decorated dancers to join the Strictly line-up. His accolades include:
- Chinese National Champion
- Multiple World Semi-Finalist
- 3rd Place at the German Open Championship
- Runner-up in the Amateur Latin Rising Star category at the 2017 UK Open
With a background in ballroom, Latin, ballet, and contemporary, Carlos offers a unique blend of classic and modern movement on the dance floor.
When did Carlos join Strictly?
Carlos joined BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing in 2022, as part of a new wave of professionals. His debut season saw him reach the Grand Final.“I’m absolutely ready to take on this journey and to shine,” Carlos said on joining.
Who has Carlos danced with on Strictly?
| Year | Celebrity Partner | Position |
| 2022 | Molly Rainford | 2nd place – Runner-up |
| 2023 | Angela Scanlon | 6th place – eliminated Week 10 |
| 2024 | No celebrity partner | Participated only in professional/group routines |
Has Carlos ever won Strictly?
Not yet! But he’s already made his mark – reaching the final in his first season and consistently standing out with bold, creative choreography.
Find out who has won BBC Strictly Come Dancing with our full list of past Strictly winners from 2004 here – Strictly Winners
What else has Carlos Gu been involved in?
In 2025, Carlos toured with Strictly pro Amy Dowden, delighting fans at live shows around the UK. He also remains active in the competitive circuit with Susan Sun, and frequently shares training, travel, and tour highlights on social media.See Carlos Gu’s full competition history on DanceSportInfo
Where can I learn more about Carlos Gu?
Checkout Carlos’s official BBC Strictly Come Dancing profile for up-to-date Strictly info, or follow him on social for behind-the-scenes rehearsal snaps, tour announcements, and a peek into his globe-trotting dance life.
BBC Strictly Come Dancing
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Meet all the Strictly Come Dancing Professional Dancers
Learn more about all your favourite Strictly Pro’s here;
– Aljaz Skorjanec
– Amy Dowden MBE
– Carlos Gu
– Dianne Buswell
– Giovanni Pernice
– Gorka Marquez
– Johannes Radebe
– Jowita Przystal
– Kai Widdrington
– Karen Hauer
– Katya Jones
– Lauren Oakley
– Luba Mushtuk
– Michelle Tsiakkas
– Nadiya Bychkova
– Nancy Xu
– Neil Jones
– Nikita Kuzmin
– Vito Coppola
– Oti Mabuse
Meet all the Strictly Come Dancing Judges
Learn more about all the Strictly Judges here;
– Anton du Beke
– Shirley Ballas
– Motsi Mabuse
– Craig Revel Horwood
