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Daily Mirror
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Strictly rumoured line-up in full including Stacey Solomon and Dani Dyer
Strictly Come Dancing 2025 is only a few months away and rumours are already rife about who will be strutting their stuff in sequins on the much-loved BBC series It seems like only yesterday that Chris McCausland and Dianne Buswell waltzed away with the Glitterball trophy, but the new series of Strictly Come Dancing is only a few months away. The BBC often reveals its line-up of celebrity contestants in August, but that hans't stopped the rumour mill from churning. A whole host of famous faces are said to be on the top of producers' lists this year, including Sort Your Life Out star, Stacey Solomon, and Love Island winner, Dani Dyer, who recently tied the knot with West Ham player, Jarrod Bowen. So, as we wait and see who will be strutting their stuff on the dance floor when the new series kicks off in September, here's the rumoured line-up, starting with mum-of-five, and DIY enthusiast Stacey Solomon... Stacey Solomon Stacey is among many names said to be lined up for Strictly. The Sort Your Life Out star, 35, has a whole host of reality TV shows under her belt, including I'm A Me Out Of Here!, which she won. The plucky DIY enthusiast also has a fly-on-the-wall show with husband, Joe Swash called Stacey and Joe. In the series, filmed in Pickle Cottage, the pair navigate marriage and parenthood with their combined brood of six kids. Dani Dyer Fresh from her marriage to West Ham star, Jarrod Bowen, Danny Dyer's daughter, Dani, could be coming to Strictly. The mum-of-three won Love Island and has a popular podcast with her famous dad in which they discuss all manner of things with refreshing honesty. Dani, 28, gained a huge following after Love Island and as a proud parent of three kids, including twin girls, Summer and Star, she would be a great addition to the show as a working mum. Paul C. Brunson Married At First Sight guru, Paul C. Brunson, 50, is a huge hit with fans after dishing out advice on the popular Channel 4 dating show. He is also has a successful podcast, We Need To Talk, in which he interviews a host of celebrities, who wear their hearts on their sleeves. Referring to the scandals that have plagued Strictly in recent years, a source told The Sun: "Paul would be the ideal tonic to the dark clouds over Strictly as he's clean-cut, very intelligent and has no scandals to worry about." Vicky Pattison- Ramadan Geordie Shore star, Vicky, 37, is also rumoured to be in the line-up and has a load of experience on TV. Since shooting to fame on Geordie Shore, she has carved out a successful career, appearing on shows, including I'm A Me Out Of Here!, which she won in 2015. She got married to husband Ercan Ramadan last year in two ceremonies, including a lavish bash in Italy, which was attended by the couple's famous pals. Ashley Cain Ex On The Beach star, Ashley Cain, 34, could also be slipping into sequins in September. The former footballer, who has load of reality TV experience, is said to have also impressed BBC bosses with his presenting work. A source told The Mirror: "He's a proper character with a very interesting background that looks the part. He would be a great addition to the Strictly line-up. He's presented a couple of BBC shows and has really impressed." Tom Parker-Bowles Queen Camilla's son, Tom, 50 is said to be top of Strictly bosses' wish lists. The food critic has published a number of books, including titles for posh shop, Fortnum and Mason. Tom is the Queen's oldest child child from her first marriage to retired Army officer Andrew Parker-Bowles. Angellica Bell Fresh from her stint on Celebrity Big Brother earlier this year, Kids TV star, Angellica, 49, could be lining up for some more screen time. The TV presenter has expressed her interest in taking part in Strictly, having recently told The Sun: "So people have done it and say it's really good. So when I've had, like, in-depth conversations with people who are my friends and they say it's great, I would definitely go from their recommendation. And they always say, oh, you should do it."
Wales Online
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Strictly Come Dancing 2025 line-up rumours from Olympian to Loose Women star
Strictly Come Dancing 2025 line-up rumours from Olympian to Loose Women star Strictly Come Dancing 2025 is still a few months away, but rumours are already circulating about which celebrities will be taking to the dancefloor in the forthcoming series Strictly Come Dancing's new season is just around the corner, and speculation is rife about who will join the 2025 line-up amidst swirling rumours. Despite recent scandals that have rocked the BBC favourite, including Giovanni Pernice and Graziano Di Prima stepping down as professionals and Wynne Evans being dropped from the live tour, devotees of the show are eagerly awaiting its return to their screens. The professional dancers have been confirmed, with last year's winner Dianne Buswell – who made history by clinching the glitterball trophy with Chris McCausland – set to dazzle once more alongside Amy Dowden, Nikita Kuzmin, Katya Jones, and Gorka Marquez. While the BBC has kept tight-lipped about the celebrity participants, whispers abound regarding the potential contenders. Stacey Solomon Stacey Solomon is one of the names rumoured to be joining (Image: PA ) Stacey Solomon, the much-loved former Loose Women panel member, is rumoured to have piqued the interest of Strictly's producers, reports Edinburgh Live. Article continues below "Stacey is a hit with viewers thanks to her lovable personality. The BBC always want to showcase their own talent on Strictly, and Stacey's show has already bagged them an NTA," an insider disclosed to The Sun. "Fans will also love watching her husband Joe Swash in the audience cheering her on every week." The X Factor icon has previously mentioned she wouldn't rule out Strictly, despite confessing to being a "terrible dancer". "I'd be one of those people who would go out in week 1, and they'd be like, 'Well, that was a waste of time!'" she joked. Angellica Bell Strictly bosses reportedly think Angellica Bell would be a great fit (Image: 2025) The rumour mill is awash with whispers that former Celebrity Big Brother contestant Angellica Bell could be twirling her way onto the Strictly Come Dancing stage for the 2025 series. The star was reportedly dumped from The Martin Lewis Money Show in 2023 but is said to be ready for a new opportunity. "Angellica has been very vocal about her desire to be on Strictly," confided an insider to The Sun. "Her confidence was massively knocked by the whole Martin Lewis drama but she's had a new lease of life since doing Celebrity Big Brother. "She wants to grab every opportunity and has no qualms about making known what she wants. "She's hugely energetic and will throw herself into training. Strictly bosses think she'll be a great fit." Dani Dyer Love Island winner Dani Dyer has reportedly signed up (Image: Getty ) Also potentially waltzing into the spotlight is Love Island champion and daughter of EastEnders legend Danny Dyer, Dani Dyer. Following a fairytale wedding to footballer Jarrod Bowen, it's bound to be a busy year for the mum-of-three. A source told The Sun: "Bosses are thrilled she's agreed to take part and are ironing out her fee. "She's bubbly, down-to-earth and straight-talking and producers reckon she'll make an ideal contestant – not to mention the bonus of having Jarrod and dad Danny in the audience supporting her." Tom Parker Bowles Queen Camilla with her son Tom Parker Bowles (Image: David M. Benett/for Fortnum & Mason ) Queen Camilla's son Tom Parker Bowles is reportedly at the top of Strictly bosses' wishlists. The 50-year-old is a food critic writer who is no stranger to telly, having appeared on MasterChef, Market Kitchen and ITV's Food Glorious Food. An insider told The Mirror: "Top of their wishlist is MasterChef star Tom. His name was also sounded out last year but never materialised. Bosses hope they'll have better luck this year. "It would be a coup to sign someone with such a strong royal link. Maybe we could see Camilla and Charles in the audience?" Ashley Cain Ashley Cain has shared wanting to do Strictly in honour of his daughter (Image:) Ashley Cain, the former Ex on the Beach star, is also rumoured to be joining the Strictly cast this year. "He's a proper character with a very interesting background that looks the part," said a source to The Mirror. "He would be a great addition to the Strictly lineup. He's presented a couple of shows and has really impressed." The reality star has expressed his desire to participate in Strictly as a tribute to his late daughter Azaylia, who tragically passed away at just eight months old in 2021 due to leukaemia. Ashley previously confided to The Sun about dancing "for hours and hours" with Azaylia in the hospital and his wish to perform a Lion King-themed dance in her memory. Sir Mo Farah Olympian Sir Mo Farah is said to be a huge signing (Image: Adam Davy - Pool/Getty images ) Sir Mo Farah is another celebrity whose name has surfaced early in the line-up rumours, with sources suggesting discussions were at an "early stage" last month. In efforts to restore Strictly's reputation following recent scandals, an insider claimed that the "national treasure" would resonate well with the audience. They disclosed to The Sun: "His personality would provide the perfect tonic to the toxicity that's overshadowed Strictly. "Bosses would love to sign him up but the talks are at a very early stage." Paul C Brunson Dating expert Paul C Brunson is another name on the rumoured list (Image: Channel 4 ) Married At First Sight expert and podcast host Paul C Brunson has been tipped as a potential addition to the Strictly Come Dancing line-up. Following his stints on Celebs Go Dating and joining Amanda Holden on Netflix's Cheat: Unfinished Business, rumours are swirling that he might take to the dance floor next. A source commented: "Paul would be the ideal tonic to the dark clouds over Strictly as he's clean-cut, very intelligent and has no scandals to worry about." They disclosed to The Sun that discussions with producers have taken place, noting: "Everyone is hoping he'll sign on the dotted line and is keen to make it happen." Gladiators' Nitro Harry Aikines-Aryeetey - known as Gladiators' Nitro - has already taken part in Strictly's Christmas special (Image: BBC Studios/Guy Levy ) In the wake of Gladiator Fire's partnership with Johannes Radebe on last year's Strictly, it's rumoured that Nitro, also known as ex-Olympic sprinter Harry Aikines Aryeetey, has 'signed up'. Having already made an impression in the Christmas special, a source revealed: "Bosses have been desperate to get Nitro on the series for a while. "They were in talks last year but couldn't get the timings to marry up with his work. "He was a huge hit at Christmas prancing around in lycra and showing off his biceps." Article continues below The source further told The Sun: "The Gladiators' fanbase is growing, and kids love them, so he'll be a hit with younger viewers, too." Strictly Come Dancing returns to BBC One and iPlayer later this year
Scotsman
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Strictly Come Dancing cast 2025: 6 stars rumoured so far
Some big names have been rumoured for Strictly Come Dancing 2025 already Sign up to our Arts and Culture newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Strictly Come Dancing will be back in the autumn. Plenty of names are being rumoured for the latest line-up. BBC will confirm the cast in due course - but who is being linked so far? It is almost time to dust down the glitterball and put on your dancing shoes, because another season of Strictly Come Dancing is just around the corner. Summer might be in full swing but the leaves will be changing colour before you know it. Chris McCausland and Dianne Buswell lifted the famous trophy at the end of last year - and a batch of new hopefuls will soon be taking to the dance floor. However it won't be long before the cast starts to be revealed, but plenty of names are already rumoured. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The iconic competition show will be back in the autumn - with a date set to be confirmed in due course. But who could be taking part in the show? Who is rumoured for Strictly Come Dancing 2025? Comedian Chris McCausland and huis professional partner Dianne Buswell have been crowned the 2024 Strictly Come Dancing champions. | BBC/Guy Levy The BBC's flagship dancing series will be back later in the year. Now in its 23rd series, it has had plenty of huge names take part since it started more than 20 years ago. Radio Times reports that a number of big name celebrities have been rumoured for the show already. It includes: Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Angellica Bell Ashley Cain Dani Dyer Paul C. Brunson Tom Parker-Bowles Stacey Solomon Usually, the Beeb starts to confirm the cast of Strictly Come Dancing in August - with names announced over a period of time. Expect confirmation of the line-up for 2025 in due course. Angellica Bell was part of the cast of Celebrity Big Brother earlier in the year - she made it to Day 16, before being sent home in a triple eviction. You may remember her from presenting on CBBC in the early 2000s, as well as co-hosting The Martin Lewis Money Show. Ashley Cain is a former footballer turned reality TV star. He shot to fame on Ex on the Beach and later competed on The Challenge. Dani Dyer is best known from her time on Love Island - winning the fourth season of the show back in 2018. She appeared on Celebrity Gogglebox last year with her dad - Danny Dyer. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Fans of E4's reality shows will undoubtedly recognise Paul C Brunson - having appeared as a relationship expert on Married at First Sight and Celebs Go Dating. Most recently, he co-starred with Amanda Holden on Netflix's Cheat: Unfinished Business. Potentially adding a splash of royal glamour could be Tom Parker-Bowles - who is a food writer and author of cookbooks. He is also known as the son of Queen Camila and her previous husband Andrew Parker Bowles - he is the stepson of King Charles III. Stacey Solomon needs no introduction - having first shot to fame in the sixth series of X Factor, finishing third in 2009. She went on to win I'm a Celebrity in 2010 and she is the host of Sort Your Life Out on the BBC. When will Strictly Come Dancing series 23 start? The starting date for the latest season has yet to be announced - and will be revealed closer to the time. But based on previous years, you can likely expect it to return in September starting with the launch show. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Strictly Come Dancing usually starts on a Saturday- with potential dates for 2025 being September 13 or 20. The 2024 season started on September 14 last year - as a guideline.
Scotsman
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Strictly Come Dancing cast 2025: 6 stars rumoured so far
Some big names have been rumoured for Strictly Come Dancing 2025 already Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Strictly Come Dancing will be back in the autumn. Plenty of names are being rumoured for the latest line-up. BBC will confirm the cast in due course - but who is being linked so far? It is almost time to dust down the glitterball and put on your dancing shoes, because another season of Strictly Come Dancing is just around the corner. Summer might be in full swing but the leaves will be changing colour before you know it. Chris McCausland and Dianne Buswell lifted the famous trophy at the end of last year - and a batch of new hopefuls will soon be taking to the dance floor. However it won't be long before the cast starts to be revealed, but plenty of names are already rumoured. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The iconic competition show will be back in the autumn - with a date set to be confirmed in due course. But who could be taking part in the show? Who is rumoured for Strictly Come Dancing 2025? Comedian Chris McCausland and huis professional partner Dianne Buswell have been crowned the 2024 Strictly Come Dancing champions. | BBC/Guy Levy The BBC's flagship dancing series will be back later in the year. Now in its 23rd series, it has had plenty of huge names take part since it started more than 20 years ago. Radio Times reports that a number of big name celebrities have been rumoured for the show already. It includes: Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Angellica Bell Ashley Cain Dani Dyer Paul C. Brunson Tom Parker-Bowles Stacey Solomon Usually, the Beeb starts to confirm the cast of Strictly Come Dancing in August - with names announced over a period of time. Expect confirmation of the line-up for 2025 in due course. Angellica Bell was part of the cast of Celebrity Big Brother earlier in the year - she made it to Day 16, before being sent home in a triple eviction. You may remember her from presenting on CBBC in the early 2000s, as well as co-hosting The Martin Lewis Money Show. Ashley Cain is a former footballer turned reality TV star. He shot to fame on Ex on the Beach and later competed on The Challenge. Dani Dyer is best known from her time on Love Island - winning the fourth season of the show back in 2018. She appeared on Celebrity Gogglebox last year with her dad - Danny Dyer. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Fans of E4's reality shows will undoubtedly recognise Paul C Brunson - having appeared as a relationship expert on Married at First Sight and Celebs Go Dating. Most recently, he co-starred with Amanda Holden on Netflix's Cheat: Unfinished Business. Potentially adding a splash of royal glamour could be Tom Parker-Bowles - who is a food writer and author of cookbooks. He is also known as the son of Queen Camila and her previous husband Andrew Parker Bowles - he is the stepson of King Charles III. Stacey Solomon needs no introduction - having first shot to fame in the sixth series of X Factor, finishing third in 2009. She went on to win I'm a Celebrity in 2010 and she is the host of Sort Your Life Out on the BBC. When will Strictly Come Dancing series 23 start? The starting date for the latest season has yet to be announced - and will be revealed closer to the time. But based on previous years, you can likely expect it to return in September starting with the launch show. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Strictly Come Dancing usually starts on a Saturday- with potential dates for 2025 being September 13 or 20. The 2024 season started on September 14 last year - as a guideline. If you love TV, check out our Screen Babble podcast to get the latest in TV and film. Let me know what the best show you've watched in 2025 so far is by email: .
Wales Online
22-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Premier League footballer 'signs up' for Strictly Come Dancing 2025 series
Premier League footballer 'signs up' for Strictly Come Dancing 2025 series The 23rd season of the BBC One dance competition is still months away but the rumour mill has been in overdrive He would be a huge signing for the dance show (Image: BBC ) As the 2025 season of Strictly Come Dancing approaches, rumours are swirling about the celebrities set to dazzle on the dance floor, with a Premier League legend being the latest name expected to join the line-up. Ex-Leeds United ace Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink is reportedly trading football boots for dancing shoes as he gears up to compete in the beloved BBC competition. At 53, the Dutch former footballer could be the next sports star to attempt to cha-cha-cha his way to success on Strictly, following in the footsteps of Robbie Savage, Alex Scott, and Tony Adams, who have all vied for the coveted Glitterball Trophy. Hasselbaink, who took on a coaching role with the England squad in 2023, stepped down last August after Gareth Southgate's departure as manager. With more free time, it's rumoured that Jimmy might be strutting his stuff on the Strictly stage this year. An insider revealed to The Sun: "Jimmy has a huge fanbase from his years playing in the Premier League and is a very likeable character. Show producers are always keen to book a retired footballer as it gets footie fans tuning into the series and becoming unlikely fans of the show. Jimmy has a competitive edge and is going to get his head in the game." Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink is the latest star linked to Strictly Come Dancing 2025 (Image: Getty Images ) Article continues below Other celebrities speculated to join the glittering roster include Olympian Sir Mo Farah, Gladiators' Harry Aikines-Aryeetey, also known as Nitro, and former Big Brother housemate Yinrun Huang, all potentially stepping onto the Strictly dance floor in the new season, reports the Mirror. Judges Craig Revel Horwood, Shirley Ballas, Motsi Mabuse and Anton Du Beke are all confirmed to return for what will be the 23rd series in 2025. However, with scandals marring the show in the past two years, there is concern about potential new controversies. Strictly has faced negative press recently with allegations of professional dancers being physically rough with their celebrity counterparts and celebrities themselves being accused of improper conduct. Reports suggested earlier this year that BBC executives were grappling with a "terrible, terrible fear" of more scandalous incidents, prompting measures to overhaul the show's image, which might affect casting decisions. In a bid to keep future series scandal-free, the BBC is reportedly vetting individuals carefully for the 2025 line-up. Names such as Blue Peter presenters Joel Mawhinney and Shini Muthukrishnan are being considered alongside Tom Parker Bowles, Queen Camilla's son. Other celebrities rumoured to join the next season include Georgia Toffolo, the winner of I'm a Celebrity, and Nicola Roberts from Girls Aloud. Dani Dyer, who recently wed after her stint on Love Island, and ex-Coronation Street actress Helen Flanagan are also reportedly in the running for a spot on the dance floor. Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse, Shirley Ballas and Anton Du Beke are expected to return as judges (Image: BBC/Guy Levy ) "There is a terrible, terrible fear among those high up that these awful things are going to keep happening and the show will be brought into disrepute again and again," a well-informed BBC insider revealed to MailOnline. "With that in mind, they are taking no chances. "There will be stringent checks, and asking around, and digging into potential stars' backgrounds to make sure that they're not choosing anyone who might damage the show. For years, there was the whole Strictly "curse" where the contestants and professionals kept having affairs. But that stopped. Article continues below "Changes were made to the partnerships and it worked. There have been other issues in the past couple of years, though. What's been even more embarrassing for the BBC is that Wynne and Jamie have been from their own stable of stars. Going forward, those at the top want a wholesome image to shine through. No more scandal – just joy." This revelation follows an incident involving 2024 contestant Jamie Borthwick, known for his role as Jay Brown in the BBC soap EastEnders, who had to issue a heartfelt apology after footage allegedly surfaced showing him making derogatory remarks about the people of Blackpool. Strictly Come Dancing is available to stream on BBC iPlayer.
