The BBC has launched an investigation after the celebrity and professional dancer pairings for the 2025 series of Strictly Come Dancing were leaked online ahead of the official launch show. The leak, which appeared on social media, prompted the broadcaster to confirm the line-up earlier than planned.
Among the confirmed pairings, actor and EastEnders star Balvinder Sopal will dance with new professional Julian. Former England rugby captain Chris Robshaw takes to the floor with Nadiya Bychkova, while TV personality Dani Dyer is coupling up with Nikita Kuzmin.
Model and influencer Ellie Leach is paired with Vito Coppola, and YouTuber George Webster is teaming up with new pro Alexis. Olympian and Gladiator Harry Aikines-Aryeetey, known as Nitro, is dancing with Karen Hauer.
Former professional footballer Jimmy Bullard is partnered with Lauren Oakley, while sports presenter Karen Carney is paired with Carlos Gu. Performer La Voix is dancing with Aljaž Škorjanec, and Hollywood correspondent Ross King is paired with Jowita Przystał.
Neighbours star Stefan Dennis is partnered with reigning champion Dianne Buswell, and TV personality Thomas Skinner is teaming up with Amy Dowden. The series, produced by BBC Studios Entertainment, promises to bring sparkle back to Saturday nights on BBC One and iPlayer.
