Strictly Come Dancing 2025 line-up: Doctor Who star, Love Island winner, rugby hero and more to battle for glitterball glory
Trailblazing model, actor and influencer Ellie Goldstein is the latest celebrity contestant joining #Strictly Come Dancing's Class of 2025.She was announced on #BBCBreakfast and was clear who she would like as her dance partnerhttps://t.co/EgWLTXe9I6 pic.twitter.com/COgc0JjTkc
TV and film stars in the spotlight
Alex Kingston, known for her role as River Song in Doctor Who (2008–2015) and earlier fame in ER, joins the cast. Her career also includes roles in Douglas Is Cancelled, Treason, Gilmore Girls and A Discovery of Witches. EastEnders actor Balvinder Sopal, who plays Suki Kaur Panesar, will also take to the floor. She called the opportunity 'a dream' alongside her ongoing soap work.
Reality and online personalities join the mix
Love Island series four winner Dani Dyer said joining Strictly is 'the second most amazing thing' she's done this year. YouTuber and podcaster George Clarke admitted he has 'no idea' what he's doing but is ready to try. Drag performer La Voix, known from RuPaul's Drag Race UK and Britain's Got Talent, will compete as well.
🪩 Voila, it's La Voix! The legendary singer, entertainer and Drag Race UK finalist is the seventh celebrity contestant heading for the #Strictly ballroomMore ➡️ https://t.co/E3mJPfwA6x pic.twitter.com/RcCexRs8Uu
Sporting legends bring new footwork
Former Premier League striker Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink, who played for Leeds United, Atlético Madrid and Chelsea, will swap football boots for dance shoes. Ex-England rugby captain Chris Robshaw aims to upgrade his 'dad dancing,' while Team GB sprinter Harry Aikines-Aryeetey returns after last year's Christmas special, promising 'tons of energy' on the dance floor.
A trailblazing model on the dance floor
Ellie Goldstein, the first model with Down syndrome to appear on the cover of British Vogue in 2023, will compete this year. Her career includes campaigns for Gucci Beauty and Adidas, and she helped launch the first Barbie with Down syndrome. She says joining Strictly is 'a dream.'
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