Strictly Come Dancing 2025 Finalizes Lineup with Game of Thrones Star, TV and Sports Celebrities

The lineup for the 2025 series of Strictly Come Dancing has been completed with the announcement of several high-profile celebrities. Game of Thrones actor Kristian Nairn, known for his role as Hodor, was confirmed as the final contestant, expressing excitement about the physical challenge and opportunity to improve his dancing skills. Ross King, the Los Angeles correspondent for ITV’s Lorraine and Good Morning Britain, and former footballer and sports pundit Karen Carney, also joined the roster, both describing participation as a dream come true. Other notable participants include former Geordie Shore star Vicky Pattison and Neighbours actor Stefan Dennis. Karen Carney, England’s third most-capped female footballer and a prominent advocate for women’s sports, emphasized her enthusiasm for joining the show. The series, which celebrates Latin and ballroom dance, is set to begin airing in autumn 2025.