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The sun might be shining, but that doesn’t mean we’re not ready for our evenings to have a little sparkle and Strictly Come Dancing<\/a> to be back on our TV screens.<\/p>\n

The show, which is due to get underway in September, will have a different vibe than previous years with three new presenters at the helm – but what about the celebs taking part?<\/p>\n

With two months still to go, a handful of famous faces have been confirmed as taking part in the 2026 series. Here’s everyone on the line-up so far: <\/p>\n

\n\"FrstFrst celebrity of 2026 is Lacey Turner. Pic: BBC Strictly\n<\/div>\n

Lacey Turner<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Lacey Turner, who played the feisty Stacey Slater in EastEnders for over 21 years, was the first celeb confirmed for Strictly 2026.<\/p>\n

The actress is delighted to be taking part, saying: ‘am so excited to be making my way to the dance floor this year to be a part of Strictly Come Dancing! <\/p>\n

‘I am a huge fan and can\u2019t quite believe I will be taking part and not watching at home this year! I look forward to meeting everyone and learning a new skill!’<\/p>\n

Dani Dyer<\/strong><\/h3>\n
\n\"DaniDani Dyer will appear on Strictly Come Dancing 2026. Pic: Instagram\n<\/div>\n

Love Island alum Dani has gone from strength to strength since the reality TV show, and now she’s ready to show off her moves on Strictly.<\/p>\n

Dani had been part of the line-up in 2025 but unfortunately had to withdraw from the show after being injured.<\/p>\n

Speaking as her big return was confirmed, Dyer said: ‘I am so excited to be back in the ballroom this September! <\/p>\n

‘I just cannot wait to get my dancing shoes back on and hopefully this time around I can actually make it to week one! I\u2019m just over the moon and cannot wait to find out who else is doing it.’<\/p>\n

Delta Goodrem<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\"DeltaDelta Goodrem, Strictly Come Dancing. Pic: BBC <\/p>\n

Another celeb hoping to impress on Strictly is Delta Goodrem<\/a>, who was recently in Ireland supporting Take That at their Aviva show.<\/p>\n

Delta has another Irish connection through her ex-fianc\u00e9, Brian McFadden, whom she split from in 2011.<\/p>\n

‘I\u2019ve been incredibly honoured to perform on many different stages throughout my career – from TV, theatre, film sets, to touring my own shows around the world, there is however one stage I\u2019ve never stepped onto, and that is the ballroom floor. I\u2019m absolutely thrilled to be joining Strictly and can\u2019t wait to get started,’ Delta said. <\/p>\n

Chris Appleton<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\"ChrisChris Appleton, Strictly Come Dancing. Pic: BBC Strictly<\/p>\n

Hair stylist Chris has worked with stars such as Jennifer Lopez, Kim Kardashian, Sof\u00eda Vergara, Ariana Grande, and Katy Perry, and now he’s stepping in front of the cameras himself on Strictly.<\/p>\n

He said: ‘I\u2019ve always believed that the best things happen when you take a chance and try something new. I may know my way around a salon floor, but the dance floor is a whole different story – and I can\u2019t wait to get started.’<\/p>\n

Cach Mercer<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\"CachCach Mercer, Strictly Come Dancing. Pic: BBC <\/p>\n

Cach rose to fame on Love Island, winning the public vote to be crowned the 2025 male champion, and often shows off his dance moves to his thousands of social media followers.<\/p>\n

‘I have grown up watching the show with my family and am so excited to now be part of the cast. Dancing is a huge passion of mine, and I can\u2019t wait to learn Ballroom and do the Foxtrot for the first time,’ he said. <\/p>\n

Will Best<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\"WillWill Best, Strictly Come Dancing. Pic: BBC <\/p>\n

Over the last 15 years, Will has worked on several big-name shows, including ITV’s Big Brother and the Hits Radio Breakfast Show, and now he’s set for Strictly.<\/p>\n

Will said: ‘I can\u2019t quite believe it\u2026I\u2019m doing Strictly! What an absolute dream. Albeit a pretty terrifying one. I\u2019ve been lucky to do lots of live telly before, but absolutely nothing like this. And I cannot wait! <\/p>\n

‘I have no idea if I can actually dance, but bring on the sequins, bring on the quicksteps, bring on the dance floor! I\u2019m going to try to enjoy every minute of it.’<\/p>\n<\/div>\n