Strictly Come Dancing's new pros Alexis Warr and Julian Caillon are seen with the dancers for the first time as they kick off rehearsals
Alexis, 25, looked in high spirits as she beamed while sporting a khaki green shirt and chic shades, while Julian, 29, waved to onlookers as he carried a large backpack.
American-born Alexis, 25, is best known for winning US dance series So You Think You Can Dance in 2022 and was crowned as 'America's Favourite Dancer', becoming the first female Ballroom and Latin dancer to claim the title.
She has performed as a guest Professional Dancer and in the dance troupe on the US version of Strictly, Dancing With The Stars, and has been part of the series' accompanying US tour for the past three years.
Australian-born Julian has been dancing since the age of 10, specialising in Ballroom and Latin American, and going onto represent Australia on the international stage.
He appeared as a Professional Dancer on three seasons of Australia's Dancing With The Stars, has toured the globe with hit dance show Burn The Floor, and also competed on So You Think You Can Dance in Australia.
The new pair were joined by their fellow pros for rehearsals, with Amy Dowden looking in great spirits as she flashed a grin for the cameras.
The beloved star, 34, who revealed she was feeling 'healthier than ever' after her cancer battle, sported a baby blue top, a cropped denim jacket and black leggings.
Karen Hauer looked effortlessly cool in a sporty outfit as she joined her fellow pro stars.
The Venezuelan sensation, 43, donned grey cargo pants and a matching sleeveless puffed vest teamed with a plum tee.
Dianne Buswell and Kai Widdrington arrived together, both looking jovial as they chatted to one another.
Aussie favourite Dianne, 36, turned heads in a quirky orange vest and ripped denim mini shorts, teamed with cowboy boots.
Southampton star Kai, 29, wore a cream hoodie and sport trunks, shielding behind a pair of shades.
Nancy Xu turned the streets into her own personal catwalk in an oversized white shirt and quirky loafers, accessorising with classy shades and a pearly necklace.
Carlos Gu showed off his bold new platinum buzzcut, catching the eye in a colourful outfit.
The new pair were joined by their fellow pros for rehearsals, with Amy Dowden looking in great spirits as she flashed a grin for the cameras
The Chinese choreographer, 32, displayed his sense of style in a fuchsia and orange striped jumper and shorts, teamed with pink shoes and matching fancy sunglasses.
Meanwhile Katya Jones, 36, flashed her incredibly toned figure in a brown gym co-ord and wore a black blazer open.
Beaming Aljaž Škorjanec, 35, was seen arriving alongside fellow pro Jowita Przystal, 30, while Lauren Oakley, 34, stunned in a short denim overalls.
Neil Jones, 43, flashed a thumb up on his arrival, joined by Nikita Kuzmin.
The duo were seen sharing a very warm hug ahead of their demanding rehearsal.
And Nikita, 27, rocked a stylish maroon leather jacket and a cream hat as he moved plenty of large suitcases.
Johannes Radebe carried two bags on his arrival while wearing a print T-shirt and denim.
The South African pro, 38, shielded behind dark shades but didn't hide a vibrant smile.
The South African pro, 38, shielded behind dark shades but didn't hide a vibrant smile
Michelle Tsiakkas - who joined the stellar cast in 2022 - flashed her flat midriff in a green sports bra and denim skirt
Michelle Tsiakkas - who joined the stellar cast in 2022 - flashed her flat midriff in a green sports bra and denim skirt.
The Cypriot-Sri-Lankan star, 29, completed the look with a denim cropped jacket and fuchsia trainers.
Nadia Bychkova was the epitome of class in a cream ensemble, including smart trousers and a blazer.
Elsewhere Gorka Marquez was snapped heading inside cheering onlookers with a peace sign, while Vito Coppola showed off a Rolling Stones shirt.
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