Strictly Come Dancing professional Alexis Warr has returned to the UK ahead of the 2026 series, after confirming her separation from husband Jake Burton.
Arrival back in the UK
The dancer made her debut in the pro line-up last year, reaching the final alongside YouTube and TikTok sensation George Clarke. After the conclusion of the BBC ballroom contest, Alexis participated in the initial UK tours with her Strictly colleagues before heading back to her home state of Utah in the US.
Having now been confirmed as part of the professional line-up for Strictly's forthcoming series, which is expected to start in September, Alexis has been spotted arriving back in the UK, reports the Manchester Evening News. Rehearsals for the professionals are anticipated to begin in the coming weeks.
Social media update
The dancer posted a video on Instagram showing her gathering her possessions and bidding farewell to family and friends before embarking on two flights to make the journey across the Atlantic. "We have our heading," she wrote alongside the post, which promptly attracted a flood of responses. "She's backkkkk!!!" one fan declared, as another wrote: "Cutie pie!!! I adore the cap. Cannot wait to see you back on Strictly so soon." "Yay - so glad you are back!!" said someone else. "Welcome back, @alexis_warr. Yay, it's definitely Strictly season coming. I can't wait to see you what you do best."
Personal update
Alexis recently addressed the fact she had been quiet on social media, telling fans: "Sorry I've been a bit MIA... Sharing a personal update." She proceeded to disclose that she and Jake Burton, her childhood sweetheart who she married in 2018, had parted ways. "After much consideration and with the greatest respect for each other, Jake and I have made the decision to separate," she said in a statement. "Whilst this hasn't been an easy decision, it has been reached with a huge amount of love and we're each others biggest cheerleaders. We won't be commenting on this further and kindly ask for privacy and understanding as we navigate this life change together. Thank you, as always, for your support."
