Strictly Come Dancing 23rd Series Expected Return Autumn with New Cast

The 23rd series of Strictly Come Dancing is set to return in autumn 2025, with Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman confirmed as hosts and judges Shirley Ballas, Anton Du Beke, Craig Revel Horwood, and Motsi Mabuse returning to the panel. The show is generating excitement with hints of new professional dancers and a star-studded cast described by Shirley Ballas as "off the charts." Registration is open for the Launch Show recording on September 10, with tickets allocated via a random draw and guaranteed admission for successful applicants. Rumors regarding celebrity contestants include Olympic athlete Sir Mo Farah, reality stars Dani Dyer and Vicky Pattison, former Neighbours actor Stefan Dennis, and possibly former boxing champion Amir Khan, who has expressed interest in participating. The official cast announcements are expected next month, and fans are eagerly awaiting the return of the beloved ballroom competition. Additionally, Stacey Dooley and Kevin Clifton, known from previous Strictly seasons, are starring in the supernatural thriller "2:22 A Ghost Story" at Manchester Opera House this August.