BBC Strictly Come Dancing start date revealed - and it's just weeks away
23.08.2023 - 08:23
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Those who are missing their Strictly Come Dancing fix don't have to wait too long until the much anticipated series returns to screens. The hit BBC One dance contest is set to make a comeback for its 21st series with a star-studded line-up competing to lift the all important Glitterball trophy.
The brand new batch of 15 celebrities who are taking to the dance floor this year has already been announced and features popular names including showbiz legend Les Dennis, Waterloo Road star Adam Thomas, Coronation Street's Ellie Leach, EastEnders' Bobby Brazier and Love Island star Zara McDermott.
Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman are set to return host the show again, while Craig Revel-Horwood, Motsi Mabuse, Anton Du Beke and head judge Shirley Ballas will all be back in their seats to cast an expert eye over this year's couples.
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The 2023 series will see Zara McDermott make history as she becomes the first ever Love Island contestant to participate in the show Zara, who presents BBC Three documentaries, will make her debut as BBC bosses are now relaxing a past "ban" on signing up reality TV stars.
Strictly will also be making history with Layton Williams, as the West End Star, who will be paired with a male professional, will become the first ever male contestant to take to the dance floor in a dress.
The new hopeful Strictly stars will be introduced to fans live on TV for the first time on Saturday, September 23 as the show airs on BBC One, reports The Mirror. The series will run for 13 weeks, with the final show airing on Saturday, December 16.
Strictly: It Takes Two will also be making a comeback alongside the main show this