Strictly Come Dancing has returned for another sequin-filled series with a fresh group of celebrities swapping their day jobs for the famous BBC ballroom. This series introduces several changes following the departure of long-standing hosts Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly, along with a mass cull of pro dancers announced earlier this year. Three new hosts have taken the helm, and the sister show It Takes Two has also been revamped, with Janette Manrara and Fleur East replaced by new host Ellie Taylor.
The 2026 cast and their fortunes
This week, the 15 nervous celebrities will take to the dancefloor to showcase their moves and avoid the dreaded dance-off. But which cast member tops this series' rich list? Here's the countdown from 11th to 8th place.
Johannes Radebe, one of the three new hosts after hanging up his dancing shoes last year, has a net worth of £1,117,620. The South-African-born dancer first joined the show in 2018 and made history in 2021 by forming the show's first all-male partnership with John Whaite.
Bethany Antonia, known for portraying Lady Baela Targaryen in House of the Dragon and starring in Get Even, has a net worth of £1,490,160. She also made her West End debut as Eurydice in Hadestown.
Top earners so far
Dame Sarah Storey, Great Britain's most decorated Paralympic athlete with 30 medals including 19 golds, has a net worth of £1,861,000. Her career spans over three decades and nine consecutive Paralympic Games, starting with Barcelona 1992.
Josh Widdicombe, known for his comedy on The Last Leg, has a net worth of £2,980,320 after landing the presenting gig. His observational comedy has made him a fixture on British TV and radio for over a decade.
The full list continues, with more celebrities to be revealed as the series progresses.
