The full celebrity line-up for Strictly Come Dancing 2026 has been revealed, with Gavin and Stacey star Melanie Walters completing the roster. Walters, known for playing Gwen in the BBC sitcom, confirmed her participation, stating she has turned down her annual pantomime role to join the show.
She will be joined by a diverse cast including EastEnders actor Lacey Turner, singer Delta Goodrem, TV personality Dani Dyer, actor Jaime Winstone, and former footballer Shaun Wright-Phillips. Other contestants include hair stylist Chris Appleton, Love Island's Cach Mercer, TV presenter Will Best, House of the Dragon actor Bethany Antonia, Paralympian Dame Sarah Storey, Winter Olympic gold medalist Tabby Stoecker, dog expert Graeme Hall, Emmerdale’s Lawrence Robb, and football content creator John Nellis.
This year's series also marks a significant change in presentation, with Emma Willis, Josh Widdicombe, and Johannes Radebe taking over as hosts. They replace long-standing presenters Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman, becoming the first trio of presenters since 2013. Willis expressed her excitement, acknowledging the challenge of following Daly and Winkleman, while Widdicombe and Radebe also shared their enthusiasm for their new roles.