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Chris Appleton says Strictly was ‘never about winning’ and gave him ‘a whole new lease of life’

The celebrity hairstylist, who has worked with stars including Kim Kardashian, says taking part in the BBC show was one of the “best things” he’s ever done

Evening Standard · Oct 8

Strictly star opens up about ‘horrific’ results show experience after dance off

Actor became emotional while talking about the ‘insecurities’ that had arisen after her first dance off experience

The Independent UK · Oct 7

'Not doing a good job': Ex-Strictly dancer delivers brutal critique of Amy Dowden

The Welsh dancer also left the competition first last year after winding up in the bottom two with Thomas Skinner

Evening Standard · Oct 7

Who was axed in the first Strictly dance off?

The Strictly dance off comes after viewers cast their votes following Saturday night's Movie Week special

Evening Standard · Oct 4

Delta Goodrem a ‘force to be reckoned with’ after topping Strictly leaderboard

Gavin And Stacey actress Melanie Walters is at the bottom of the leaderboard.

Evening Standard · Oct 3

Strictly Come Dancing: week one – as it happened

As the couples hit the floor for the first time, it was a series-opener full of surprises. The all-new hosting trio settled in nicely, while football content creator John Nellis topped the table. But who’ll be first for the ballroom boot?

The Guardian - UK · Sep 26

Strictly Come Dancing 2026 songs and dances revealed for first live show

The 15 celebrity contestants will take to the ballroom for the first time on Saturday, with everything from quicksteps and sambas to a Harry Styles tango and a Whitney Houston cha cha

Evening Standard · Sep 25

Dani Dyer reunites with Nikita Kuzmin as Strictly pairings for 2026 revealed

The launch show opened with a dance number from the professionals, judges and the new hosts.

Evening Standard · Sep 19

Strictly Come Dancing 2026: All the pairings in the BBC cast

The BBC competition is officially underway as the many pairings compete for that glitterball trophy

The Independent UK · Sep 19

Amy Dowden: Celebrity Hunted win gave me belief I can go on to achieve anything

The dancer won the latest series alongside Strictly’s Carlos Gu, claiming a joint victory alongside actor Brian Conley and his daughter Lucy.

Evening Standard · Aug 27