The BBC's Strictly Come Dancing has confirmed its new professional line-up, months after axing five stars from the cast. The shake-up, which saw the departure of popular professionals such as Graziano Di Prima and Amy Dowden, has raised concerns among fans. However, the show's producers have assured viewers that the new line-up will bring a fresh energy to the competition.
The new professional line-up includes Jowita Przystał, who was a Strictly finalist in 2021, and Vito Coppola, an Italian dancer who has won several international dance competitions. Other new additions include Lauren Oakley, a former Strictly dancer, and Nikita Kuzmin, a Russian-born dancer who has won several dance awards.
The news comes ahead of the show's new season, which is set to premiere in the autumn. Fans are eagerly anticipating the new lineup and the challenges that the new professionals will face. The show's producers have promised to deliver an exciting and entertaining season, with a mix of new and returning celebrities.
Strictly Come Dancing has been a staple of the BBC's autumn schedule for over 15 years, attracting millions of viewers each week. The show has a strong track record of launching the careers of its professional dancers, with many going on to perform on stage and screen.
The new line-up is expected to be announced in full over the coming weeks, with the first episode of the new season set to air in the autumn. Fans can catch up with the latest news and gossip on the show's official social media channels.
In related news, the show's popularity has led to a surge in dance classes and dance-related content on streaming platforms in the UK. Fans can catch up with all the latest Strictly Come Dancing episodes on the BBC iPlayer, as well as on streaming services such as BBC Three and BritBox.