The BBC has officially announced the first celebrity contestant for the upcoming series of Strictly Come Dancing, set to air later this year. Former EastEnders actress Lacey Turner has been confirmed to be swapping Albert Square for the ballroom.
Lacey Turner's Excitement
Turner expressed her enthusiasm about joining the show, stating: "I am so excited to be making my way to the dance floor this year to be a part of Strictly Come Dancing! I am a huge fan and can't 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!"
New Hosts for 2026
The beloved dancing competition returns with a fresh lineup of presenters. Josh Widdicombe, Emma Willis, and Johannes Radebe will take over hosting duties from the long-standing duo Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly.
This is a breaking showbiz story and is being constantly updated. Stay tuned for more details on the full cast and premiere date.
