Strictly's Dianne Buswell Shows Pronounced Accent Shift Amid Pregnancy and New Partner

Strictly Come Dancing fans have noticed a significant change in professional dancer Dianne Buswell beyond her pregnancy: her Australian accent has grown noticeably stronger since being partnered with Australian actor Stefan Dennis. During the 2025 series launch, viewers commented on social media about her accent, attributing the shift to her close partnership with Stefan. Dianne, who is expecting her first child with boyfriend Joe Sugg, made history by becoming the first professional dancer to compete on Strictly while pregnant. Additionally, Dianne shared a bittersweet change ahead of the new series, revealing on a podcast that former footballer Karen Carney is dancing in the show's old studio, a change that makes Dianne feel "so sad" as it means she won’t be using the same studio as previous years. This change was explained as a logistical decision due to Karen Carney’s proximity to the studio, similar to arrangements made for other competitors in past seasons. Despite these changes, Dianne continues to prepare for the competition with care, balancing her pregnancy with the demands of the show.