Strictly Come Dancing pro supported by fans after 'exciting' career announcement
Strictly Come Dancing star Michelle Tsiakkas made an exciting announcement on Monday
Strictly Come Dancing star Michelle Tsiakkas was supported by fans after an "exciting" career announcement.
The 29-year-old professional dancer joined the cast of the hit BBC programme back in 2022, alongside Vito Coppola, Carlos Gu, and Lauren Oakley.
Michelle received her first celebrity partner last year when she was paired with EastEnders actor Jamie Borthwick. They were eliminated in week ten.
Ahead of the 23rd series of Strictly, which is set to begin this autumn, Michelle shared an exciting career update with her Instagram followers.
In a joint post on Monday (August 11), Michelle and her partner Simone Arena revealed that they had been added to the cast of two Dancing with the Stars weekend experiences at Donaheys dance school.
Michelle Tsiakkas made an exciting announcement on Monday (August 11)
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"We're so excited to tell you that we'll be at not one, but two Donaheys Dancing with the Stars weekends next year," Michelle announced in a video.
Simone added: "The first will be on the 7th of March at Alton Towers and the second will be on the 28th of March at De Vere Beaumont Estate."
Michelle continued: "We'll be teaching you some really fun dance classes, performing our showcase for you, and, of course, answering all your questions in a Q&A."
Simone concluded: "We can't wait. It's going to be two fabulous weekends, and we hope to see you there."
Alongside the clip, the post's caption teased: "Michelle & Simone's chemistry, charisma, and jaw-dropping talent will light up the dancefloor and leave you absolutely spellbound. Expect energy, laughter, and plenty of magical moments.
Michelle was partnered with EastEnders star Jamie Borthwick last year
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"If you've joined us before, you know these weekends are pure dance heaven – and with Michelle & Simone, we're turning up the sparkle."
Strictly fans quickly took to the comments section to share their excitement, with one person writing: "Fab news! Love seeing them dance together!"
Another added: "Wow this is exciting news! Can't wait! You two are going to be absolutely amazing!" while a third said: "Yay, best news. Congratulations guys."
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The news comes after Strictly began announcing its 2025 cast members on Monday (August 11).
Gladiators star Harry Aikines-Aryeetey, aka Nitro, was the first celebrity to be confirmed, as well as Love Island's Dani Dyer, Doctor Who's Alex Kingston, ex-footballer Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink, and EastEnders star Balvinder Sopal.
Strictly Come Dancing returns to BBC One and BBC iPlayer this autumn
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