Kristian Nairn Withdraws from Strictly Come Dancing Due to Medical Reasons

Kristian Nairn, the actor and DJ known for his role as Hodor in Game of Thrones, has withdrawn from the 2025 series of Strictly Come Dancing due to unexpected medical reasons. He expressed regret for disappointing fans and thanked them for their support, assuring he will recover soon. Sarah James, Executive Producer at BBC Studios, praised Nairn's potential as a contestant and wished him a speedy recovery. The announcement of a new celebrity joining the show will be made on The One Show on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. This development occurred just one week into training for the series, marking a significant change for the upcoming season.