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Strictly Come Dancing 2022 cast: Full line-up of contestants

Here's everything you need to know about the Strictly 2022 line-up as the final takes place.

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The Strictly Come Dancing final is upon us!

After 12 weeks of performances, this weekend, Strictly fans will find out who'll be taking home the Glitterball for 2022.

Back in September, 15 contestants signed up for season 22, but now only four remain in the running to be crowned this year's champion.

Taking to the dance floor this Saturday (17th December) is Fleur East , Molly Rainford , Hamza Yassin and Helen Skelton .

Unfortunately, Will Mellor just missed out on the final as he became the latest contestant to leave Strictly , following a dance-off with Fleur East.

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The Strictly Come Dancing songs and dances have been announced for this weekend, and it's a trio of dances for all the contestants, including the judges' choice, each celeb's favourite performance from season 22 and a final show dance to top it all off.

As the final kicks off, read on for everything you need to know about the Strictly class of 2022.

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Strictly Come Dancing 2022 contestants: Full line-up of stars

The full line-up for Strictly Come Dancing 2022 is as follows:

Molly Rainford

Hamza yassin, helen skelton, will mellor - eliminated in week 12, kym marsh - eliminated in week 11, ellie taylor - eliminated in week 10, tyler west - eliminated in week 9, tony adams mbe - withdrew in week 8, ellie simmonds - eliminated in week 7, james bye - eliminated in week 6, jayde adams - eliminated in week 5, matt goss - eliminated in week 4, richie anderson - eliminated in week 3, kaye adams - eliminated in week 2.

We can't wait to see how they all perform. In the meantime, here is more information about each of the contestants.

Job: TV presenter and wildlife cameraman

Instagram: @hamzayassin90

Twitter: @HamzaYassin3

Professional dance partner: Jowita Przystał

Wildlife cameraman Hamza Yassin has been confirmed as the 13th celebrity to be joining Strictly Come Dancing 2022.

The TV presenter, best known for his roles presenting the BBC’s Animal Park and guest presenting on BBC’s Countryfile, is more than up for the challenge.

On joining the show, Hamza said: "I am absolutely over the moon to be joining Strictly 2022. Never in a million years did I think I’d be on such a cool show. I’ve been watching it for years and I can’t believe I’ll actually be there dancing live in front of the British public.

"My dance skills are currently at the level of ‘1970s disco vibe’ but I’m ready to work hard and will be shaking it every time I get the chance – shake it ‘til you make it!"

We can't wait to see Hamza get started!

Job: Presenter

Instagram: @helenskelton

Twitter: @HelenSkelton

Professional dance partner: Gorka Márquez

Helen Skelton completes our Strictly 2022 line-up as the 15th contestant set to sashay onto the famous dance floor at Elstree this year.

She is best known as a TV presenter, having been a reporter on Newsround back in 2007, before becoming joining Blue Peter from 2008 to 2013. She also started presenting Countryfile in 2008, which she still does to this day.

Skelton has since presented numerous sporting events for the BBC, including the 2016 Olympic Games.

She has also appeared on the likes of Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins and has flirted with Strictly in the past, having taken part in the 2012 Christmas special.

Speaking about her new challenge, Skelton said: “I’m really excited to get stuck into a fun adventure. My family and friends have always loved the show and can’t wait for me to get started.”

Job: Singer and actress

Instagram: @mollyrainford

Twitter: @mollyrainford

Professional dance partner: Carlos Gu

Former Britain's Got Talent and CBBC star Molly Rainford has been confirmed as a contestant on Strictly Come Dancing 2022.

Molly was 11 when she found success on BGT with her performance of Ave Maria, while she is the star of the CBBC series Nova Jones.

Speaking about taking part in the upcoming season, Rainford said: "I'm so excited to be part of Strictly Come Dancing, I've watched it for years and can't wait to meet the pros and the others taking part! I can't wait to learn the moves and get dancing!"

Molly added on Instagram: "The secret’s finally out, I can’t believe it… I’m doing Strictly!! I already know it’s gonna be an experience of a lifetime & I can’t wait to meet the rest of the @bbcstrictly family I’ll be sharing it with."

She signed off: "Get me to the dance floor."

Job: Radio presenter, singer-songwriter and rapper

Instagram: @fleureast

Twitter: @FleurEast

Professional dance partner: Vito Coppola

Singer-songwriter Fleur East has become the 12th celebrity to be confirmed for Strictly Come Dancing 2022.

The former X Factor contestant and prolific presenter joins the line-up for the new season - will her musicality prove helpful to her?

Fleur said about joining the series: "I’m equally nervous and thrilled to be part of this year’s Strictly line-up. I’m excited to learn new skills and I want to soak up every moment of this magical experience.

"It’s such an honour to be on the show after years of watching it with my father who loved it so much.

"Unfortunately, my dad is no longer with us but I know he will be watching over the ballroom in spirit. I’m doing this to make him and my family proud and can’t wait to get my dancing shoes on!"

Getting emotional speaking to Ranvir Singh about joining on Lorraine, Fleur added: "I’m going to be doing it for him. I’m just gutted he can’t see me do it, but I’m going to keep him in mind during the show… I’m excited – my family, just for that reason, will be buzzing.

"I wasn’t expecting to get this emotional about it."

We're sure that Fleur will do her dad proud!

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Who has left Strictly Come Dancing 2022?

The following contestants have now departed Strictly Come Dancing. We will be sure to update this with each exit.

Instagram: @willmellor76

Twitter: @Mellor76

Professional dance partner: Nancy Xu

Actor Will Mellor was the first celebrity to be announced as part of the 2022 line-up.

"I'm honestly so chuffed to be taking part in Strictly Come Dancing this year! Not going to lie, it's totally out of my comfort zone and I know it will be a huge challenge but that's what life is all about," he said.

Job: Actress

Instagram: @marsh_kym

Twitter: @msm4rsh

Professional dance partner: Graziano Di Prima

Actress and presenter Kym Marsh has joined the line-up for the 20th season . Kym is best known for playing Michelle Connor on Coronation Street and being one fifth of pop group Hear'Say.

“I’ve considered doing Strictly for years but the timings never worked out. I’m so delighted that this year they have! I’m a huge fan of the show and can’t believe I’m going to go from watching at home in my pyjamas to actually dancing in front of the judges in a glittery dress, it’s unreal!" she said about her signing.

Sadly, due to a positive Covid-19 test, Kym will be missing out on this week. Hopefully, we will see her again next week.

Job: Comedian, broadcaster, writer and actor

Instagram: @elliejanetaylor

Twitter: @EllieJaneTaylor

Professional dance partner: Johannes Radebe

Ellie Taylor was revealed as the ninth contestant to have joined Strictly Come Dancing.

The comedian is also a published writer and has had acting roles in series including the hit Apple TV+ show Ted Lasso.

On joining the show, Ellie said: "Well, cover me in fake tan and roll me in sequins! I'm absolutely over the moon to be a part of Strictly 2022!

"I've watched the show for years so to be able to take to the dance floor is a dream come true, for both me and mum who is a Strictly super fan!

"At the moment I'm focusing on the excitement and glitter and choosing to ignore the fact that I have the dancing ability of a newly born giraffe. Bring it on!"

Ellie has also appeared on Mock the Week, The Mash Report, Live at the Apollo, Late Night Mash, and co-hosts on The Great Pottery Throw Down.

She will soon co-host Cheat on Netflix alongside Danny Dyer.

Job: DJ, TV presenter and radio host

Instagram: @tylerwestt

Twitter: @TylerWestt

Professional dance partner: Dianne Buswell

KISS radio host Tyler West became the seventh celebrity to be announced for Strictly Come Dancing 2022.

Tyler began his showbiz career on CBBC and went on to present the likes of MOTD KickAbout and Blue Peter. The presenter currently hosts weekday afternoons on KISS.

West's radio work has earned him an ARIA nomination for Best New Presenter.

“I am SO gassed to be joining the Strictly family! As I started writing this I already got cramp," revealed Tyler before the show started. "It’s going to be one crazy incredible journey which will no doubt be SO far outside my comfort zone.

"It’s a show that means so much to me and my family and I can’t wait to seriously shake a leg on that shiny dance floor… with a side of sequins.”

Job: English football manager and former professional player

Instagram: @tonyadamsofficial

Twitter: @tonyadams

Professional dance partner: Katya Jones

Tony Adams MBE became the 11th contestant to be confirmed for Strictly Come Dancing 2022.

Tony's football career has spanned across three decades, having played for both Arsenal and the England national team.

Speaking about joining the line-up, the English football icon said: "To say I’m excited is an understatement - the lure of the sequins and the call of the salsa has me swapping my battered old football boots for a set of Strictly soft shoes.

"I am absolutely thrilled to be giving it my all on this year’s 20th anniversary of Strictly Come Dancing. I can’t wait to meet my partner - god help her - and start the dancing."

Job: Former athlete and broadcaster

Instagram: @elliesimmonds

Twitter: @EllieSimmonds1

Professional dance partner: Nikita Kuzmin

Best known as a gold medal-winning Paralympic swimmer, Simmonds was announced for Strictly Come Dancing 2022 on BBC Five Live's breakfast show, and spoke of her excitement in joining the series.

“To be asked to be part of the Strictly family is just so exciting and I cannot wait, it’s going to be so much fun," she said.

"I’m counting down the minutes until it starts; learning to dance, meeting my partner and everyone else involved in the show. Plus wearing the sequins and all that, it’s going to be a blast."

Job: Actor and EastEnders star

Instagram: @jimmybye

Twitter: @jimmybye

Professional dance partner: Amy Dowden

EastEnders star James Bye has been announced as the 14th celebrity for Strictly Come Dancing 2022.

The father-of-three is best known for his performance as Martin Fowler on BBC soap opera EastEnders, having played the long-running role since 2014.

Now, James follows in the footsteps of previous EastEnders stars including Emma Barton, Davood Ghadami, Jake Wood, Maisie Smith and last year's winner, Rose Ayling-Ellis.

Speaking about taking part, James said: "I’m not known for my shimmy or my twinkle toes - in fact my kids regularly laugh at my dad dancing but it’s an honour to be asked and I’m going to give it my best shot.

"There are some huge dance shoes to fill and it’s truly exciting to follow in the footsteps of some amazing EastEnders talent. I’d love to do everyone proud."

Job: Comedian

Instagram: @msjaydeadams

Twitter: @jaydeadams

Professional dance partner: Karen Hauer

Comedian and actress Jayde Adams became the fifth celebrity to be unveiled for the 2022 line-up, announcing her presence during an appearance on BBC Radio 5 Live.

"Since I watched the first series in 2004, I feel like every step I’ve taken in my career over the last 11 years was to be on Strictly," she said following the announcement. "I cannot begin to express the emotions I am feeling, this means so much to me and my family.

"I’ve been a massive fan of the show for years. I feel like I’m watching myself in a dream and I can’t believe I’ve manifested this."

Job: Singer-songwriter and musician

Instagram: @mattgoss

Twitter: @mattgoss

Professional dance partner: Nadiya Bychkova

BROS legend and musician Matt Goss has been confirmed as the eighth contestant to join Strictly Come Dancing 2022.

The singer, who has enjoyed lengthy residencies in Las Vegas, recently released his solo album, The Beautiful Unknown.

Speaking about joining the series, Matt said: "I’m extremely nervous and excited, but I’m optimistic because I’m very supple from the knees down."

Will Matt's musical background prove a winning element for the BROS singer?

Matt's participation was confirmed on This Morning.

Speaking to This Morning presenters Josie Gibson and Craig Doyle, Matt said: "I’m excited, I’m nervous. You have the conversation and then you go about your day and you think, ‘I’ve got to dance.’ I’m eating everything that’s favourable to Spandex. I’ve got to make sure it’s alright, I’m excited."

He added: "I’ve been almost reclusive. I come in [to the country], I work and go back to America. I just thought, ‘You know what, it’s time for me to come home, just do something completely out of my comfort zone' … I’m quite shy off stage. I just have to face all those demons and just learn."

Job: BBC Radio 2 presenter and former footballer

Instagram: @iamrichieanderson

Twitter: @richie_anderson

Professional dance partner: Giovanni Pernice

BBC Radio 2 presenter and former footballer Richie Anderson is joining Strictly Come Dancing 2022 after being a super-fan for years.

Richie Anderson said: "This is a dream come true! I cannot wait to get in those sparkles and sequins and shimmy across the most famous dance floor in the world! Strictly is the ultimate feel good show, as soon as I hear that iconic theme tune it’s just pure escapism.

"I’m going to have to cancel my legendary Strictly launch night kitchen party that I throw every year, I’m sure my friends and family will understand. It’s also a massive honour to be part of an all-male dance partnership, it’s so important we have that inclusion on such a huge show."

The radio star will be taking part in a same-sex couple, following in the footsteps of John Whaite last year.

Job: Loose Women panelist and broadcaster

Instagram: @kayeadamsofficial

Twitter: @kayeadams

Professional dance partner: Kai Widdrington

When was Kaye Adams eliminated from Strictly Come Dancing 2022? Week 2

Scottish broadcaster and Loose Women mainstay Kaye Adams will be taking part in this year's run of Strictly Come Dancing .

Speaking about taking part in the series as a self-professed bad dancer, Kaye revealed: "I said I wanted to make the last year of my fifties memorable and I can’t think of a better way of doing it than showing the world my two left feet. Pray for me!"

The announcement of Kaye taking part was made on Loose Women on Friday 5th August 2022, with her close friend Nadia Sawalha praising her for embracing the challenge.

Kaye was the first contestant to be voted off of Strictly Come Dancing in Week 2. Adams was in the bottom two against Matt Goss who the judges elected to save.

The Strictly Come Dancing final is on Saturday 17th December at 7:05pm on BBC One.

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Step into the dazzling world of dance as the Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour sashays its way across the UK in January and February! Get ready for an electrifying spectacle full of glitz, glamour, and pure entertainment as your favourite stars take to the stage to deliver show-stopping performances that will sweep you off your feet.

The Strictly Live Tour brings everything you love about the multi-award-winning TV series to life, captivating hearts of all ages with that special Strictly magic to banish any post-Christmas blues.

The fabulous TV judges Shirley Ballas , Anton Du Beke and Craig Revel Horwood are ready to dazzle with their wit and wisdom, whilst charismatic host Janette Manrara will guide you through this journey of dance and delight, featuring breathtaking choreography and incredible live music from the Strictly Live Tour band and singers.

Be part of the excitement as YOU step inside your favourite show and become the judge – your text votes decide who wins the coveted Glitterball Trophy at every extraordinary Live Tour performance!

So don’t miss your chance to kick off 2024 with feel-good entertainment that will leave you beaming with joy and tapping your toes all the way home!

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Janette Manrara to host Strictly Come Dancing Live UK Arena Tour!

Strictly’s own Janette Manrara will be dazzling crowds across the UK as she Cha Cha Chas into her new role as host of the 2022 Strictly Come Dancing Live Arena Tour, from 20 January – 13 February 2022. Tickets on sale now from www.strictlycomedancinglive.com

Janette will preside over proceedings at 33 FAB-U-LOUS shows across the country in January and February next year.  She will be reunited with tour judges Shirley Ballas, Craig Revel Horwood and Bruno Tonioli, who is making his return to the judges’ desk for this tour. Tickets are on sale now!

The former Strictly Professional Dancer and new co-host of BBC Two’s ‘Strictly: It Takes Two’ will waltz to some of the biggest entertainment venues across the UK. Opening at the Utilita Arena Birmingham on 20 January, the tour will then visit Leeds’ First Direct Arena, Newcastle’s Utilita Arena, the AO Arena Manchester, Sheffield’s Utilita Arena, the M&S Bank Arena Liverpool, The OVO Hydro in Glasgow and Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena, before culminating with five shows at London's O2 Arena from 11-13 February.

Janette Manrara said: “I’m absolutely thrilled to be hosting the 2022 Strictly Arena Tour! It’s a dream come true. It’s been two years since the last tour so the expectation and build-up has been huge. We’ve been desperate to return to venues around the UK and now we’re finally back. The show is going to be bigger than ever – with lots of glitter, lots of sparkles, lots of excitement and lots of incredible dance routines!  And you never know…you might just see me taking to the dance floor myself – I can’t wait, I’ve really missed it!”

The live show will also be directed by Craig Revel Horwood and feature many of the celebrities and professional dancers from the current series of the multi-award-winning BBC One show. Further casting announcements will be made over the coming weeks.

Arena audiences are in for a real treat, as they enjoy a fantastic evening of entertainment, showcasing all the amazing choreography and incredible live music that Strictly is famous for.  They will experience a host of breathtaking dance routines guaranteed to leave them spellbound, together with all the glitz, glamour and magic of the TV show live on stage. This is a must-see spectacle for fans of all ages.

As well as enjoying the glittering routines, arena audiences have the power to decide who wins the coveted Live Tour Glitterball Trophy at the end of each show.  After each celebrity couple has performed, the Judges will provide their invaluable critique and scores - but the audience can also vote via text for their favourite couple and ultimately they will decide who wins!

STRICTLY COME DANCING THE LIVE TOUR 2022

20 – 23 January            Birmingham Utilita Arena                             

(Thursday 20 th at 7.30pm, Friday 21 st at 7.30pm, Saturday 22 nd at 2.30pm & 7.30pm, Sunday 23 rd at 1.30pm & 6.30pm)

25-26 January             Leeds First Direct Arena                                

(Tuesday 25 th at 7.30pm, Wednesday 26 th at 7.30pm)

27-28 January             Newcastle Utilita Arena                                

(Thursday 27 th at 7.30pm, Friday 28 th at 2.30pm & 7.30pm)

29 -30 January             Manchester AO Arena                                  

(Saturday 29 th at 2.30pm & 7.30pm, Sunday 30th at 1.30pm & 6.30pm)

01-02 February           Sheffield Utilita Arena                                  

(Tuesday 1 st at 7.30pm, Wednesday 2 nd at 7.30pm)

03-04 February           Liverpool M&S Bank Arena                          

(Thursday 3 rd at 7.30pm, Friday 4 th at 2.30pm & 7.30pm)

05-07 February           Glasgow The OVO Hydro                                          

(Saturday 5 th at 3.00pm & 8.00pm, Sunday 6 th at 1.30pm & 6.30pm, Monday 7th at 7.30pm)

09-10 February           Nottingham Motorpoint Arena                    

(Wednesday 9 th at 7.30pm, Thursday 10 th at 2.30pm & 7.30pm)

11-13 February           London The O2 Arena                                               

(Friday 11 th at 7.30pm, Saturday 12 th at 2.30pm & 7.30pm, Sunday 13th at 1.30pm & 6.30pm)    

Tickets: £ 35 - £ 95 (bands venue dependent) 

All ticket prices are subject to a booking fee and may be subject to a venue facility fee

For more information and to book tickets, visit: www.strictlycomedancinglive.com

Twitter: @SCD_Live_Tour

Instagram: @Strictlycomedancinglive

Facebook: /strictlylive

STRICTLY COME DANCING THE LIVE TOUR is produced by Stage Entertainment UK and Phil McIntyre Live, in association with BBC Studios.

For further information, please contact:

Molly Murnaghan / Neil Reading

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Strictly Come Dancing Live tour 2023: dates, celebrities and all you need to know

The Strictly Come Dancing Live tour 2023 promises to be bigger and better than ever before.

The Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour 2023 is coming to a town near you, and this year host Janette Manrara has promised the show will be bigger than ever before. 

As Strictly Come Dancing 2022 comes to a close in December, fans of the show know that the live tour traditionally follows the end of the series and will showcase all the breathtaking choreography, stunning costumes and fantastic live music that we see in BBC One’s long-running show. 

The 2023 tour will be directed once again by the A-MAZ-ING Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood and will feature many of the celebrities and professional dancers from the current series, together with the Strictly live band.

Audiences around the UK can experience everything they love about the TV show live on stage, getting the chance to not only watch the stars in action as they perform roof-raising routines, but also audiences will once again have the power to decide who wins the Glitterball Trophy at the end of each show. 

Strictly Come Dancing Live tour 2023 dates

Opening at the Utilita Arena Birmingham on Friday, January 20, the live show will then waltz around the UK to some of the biggest entertainment venues including Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena, Leeds’ First Direct Arena, the AO Arena in Manchester, Sheffield’s Utilita Arena, Newcastle’s Utilita Arena, London’s O2 Arena and the SSE Arena in Belfast, before culminating at the OVO Hydro in Glasgow on Sunday, February 12.

Here is the full list of the 31 sparkle-filled shows coming to a town near you... 

• 20–22 January Birmingham Utilita Arena — Friday 20th at 7.30pm, Saturday 21st at 2.30pm & 7.30pm, Sunday 22nd at 1.30pm & 6.30pm
• 24-25 January Nottingham Motorpoint Arena — Tuesday 24th at 7.30pm, Wednesday at 25th at 2.30pm & 7.30pm
• 26-27 January Leeds First Direct Arena — Thursday 26th at 7.30pm, Friday 27th at 7.30pm
• 28-29 January Manchester AO Arena — Saturday 28th at 2.30pm & 7.30pm, Sunday 29th at 1.30pm & 6.30pm
• 31 January Sheffield Utilita Arena — Tuesday 31st at 2.30pm & 7.30pm
• 01-02 February Newcastle Utilita Arena — Wednesday 1st at 7.30pm, Thursday 2nd at 2.30pm & 7.30pm
• 03-05 February London The O2 Arena — Friday 3rd at 7.30pm, Saturday 4th at 2.30pm & 7.30pm, Sunday 5th at 1.30pm & 6.30pm
• 07-08 February Belfast SSE Arena — Tuesday 7th at 7.30pm, Wednesday 8th at 2pm & 7.30pm
• 10-12 February Glasgow OVO Hydro — Friday 10th at 7.30pm, Saturday 11th at 2.30pm & 7.30pm, Sunday 12th at 1.30pm & 6.30pm

Each performance of the tour will also host a British Sign Language interpreter, who will be displayed on two very large screens either side of the stage so that attendees can book tickets and sit almost anywhere in the arena to enjoy the experience with family and friends.

Strictly Come Dancing Live tour 2023: which celebrities are taking part?

As always the Strictly Come Dancing Live tour 2023 will see some of the biggest names from Strictly Come Dancing 2022 return to the dance floor... and the first three celebrities have already been announced. 

Actor Will Mellor ( Broadchurch , Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps ) will be taking part, along with Paralympic swimming champion and broadcaster Ellie Simmonds and Kiss FM radio host, TV presenter and DJ Tyler West. 

Speaking about the upcoming tour, Will Mellor said: " Strictly has been one of the most memorable and emotional journeys I’ve ever been on! Stepping out of my comfort zone and being a part of this massive show is something I’ll never forget. I can’t wait to put on my dancing shoes and go around the country to perform on huge stages in front of thousands of people who have watched and supported us. Bring on the tour!!”

Ellie Simmonds added: “ Strictly was such an incredible life-changing and emotional experience for me — it gave me a huge confidence boost and the feeling that anything is possible! So to be able to continue my journey on the tour next year is going to be amazing. I can't wait!"

Tyler West, whose time on the TV series came to an end in the Blackpool special said: “I never realized how much dance would change my life but I can’t express how much I’ve loved it and fully embraced this opportunity to learn to dance with the best dance partner anyone could ask for in Dianne! I am so happy my Strictly journey isn't over quite yet and I can’t wait to relive some of our favorite dances and live like a pop star on tour performing for audiences each night! I am buzzing to get on the road with the gang.”

Also joining the Strictly Come Dancing Live tour 2023 are Molly Rainford and Hamza Yassin.

Wildlife cameraman Hamza, who is currently one of the Strictly favourites to win the show, said of the tour: “ Strictly has changed my life in ways I never imagined, so to be doing the tour on top of it all is a dream come true.

“I’ve heard the tour audiences are unparalleled, so I’ll be relishing the atmosphere every night, and I’m so excited to share that experience with my fellow dancers — not to mention the judges.”

Actress, singer and TV presenter Molly also commented: “I’m absolutely thrilled to be joining the Strictly Live Tour . Performing for the huge arena crowds across the UK is going to be an incredible experience.

“I’m really looking forward to continuing my amazing Strictly journey and getting out on the road to meet all the fans.”

Strictly Come Dancing Live tour 2023: who are the judges?

The celebrities and their professional dancers will be joined on tour by Strictly Come Dancing judges Shirley Ballas, Craig Revel Horwood and Anton Du Beke, who is appearing on the arena tour for the first time.  

Strictly Come Dancing Live tour 2023: who is hosting?

The lovely Janette Manrara will be returning to her hosting duties on the new arena tour. The presenter has become a huge favorite with fans over the years having gone from being a professional dancer on the show for many years before turning her hand to presenting the BBC Two spin-off show, Strictly: It Takes Two . 

How to get tickets for the Strictly Come Dancing Live tour 2023

Tickets range from between £35 and £95 depending on seats and venue, and all ticket prices are subject to a booking fee. 

For more information and to book tickets, visit: www.strictlycomedancinglive.com

Is there a trailer for the Strictly Come Dancing Live tour 2023?

Yes! The trailer sees all the glitz and glamour from Strictly Come Dancing brought to life on the  arena stage. Expect fake tan, glitter and plenty of fancy footwork as your favourite celebrities battle it out for the glitterball trophy... 

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Will there be a Strictly Come Dancing tour in 2022?

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One of the best parts of the Strictly Come Dancing season is the tour. But will the 2021 series of the glitzy BBC dance show have a tour next year?

Strictly Come Dancing: The Live Tour! is a nationwide arena tour which started in 2008 and has continued every year since.

It is directed and co-choreographed by judge Craig Revel Horwood .

The 2021 tour was cancelled due to the pandemic, but there’s good news for fans enjoying the current series .

Here’s the lowdown.

The 2022 Strictly tour was announced in October, and is scheduled to begin on January 20, 2022 in Birmingham.

There will be 33 shows in venues up and down the country.

Cities lucky enough to experience the show include Leeds, Newcastle, Manchester, Sheffield, Liverpool, Glasgow, Nottingham and London.

Which celebrities, professionals and judges will be in the show?

Judge Bruno Tonioli recently revealed that he will be reprising his role on the panel for the 2022 live shows.

He’ll join fellow judges Craig and  Shirley Ballas .

Speaking on a recent episode of The One Show , the professional dancer updated fans on life in LA, amid his stint on the current series of Dancing With The Stars .

His Strictly seat is currently being kept warm by Anton Du Beke , formerly the show’s longest-running professional dancer.

It is still unclear whether Anton will remain in the role for good, but the US-based judge said he ‘can’t wait’ to see the celebs in action on tour.

Bruno refused, however, to comment on their performances in the series so far, as the show is more difficult to watch in the States. 

‘I’m [in] LA, we don’t have BBC One here, I follow it online. It would be very inappropriate for me to make any comments,’ he said.

As for the celebrity contestants and their professional partners , the tour line-up is usually announced towards the end of the series.

It is likely that the winner of this year’s glitterball will hit the road, along with the runners up.

Fan favourite pros can be expected to put in an appearance, as well as some other faces, as additional professionals whose celeb partners were eliminated usually tag along.

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Can I buy tickets to the Strictly 2022 tour?

Tickets for the tour are on sale now.

You can buy them from Ticketmaster from £51.75.

This means fans can already book and countdown the days until they get to dance in their seats to their favourite numbers and watch their favourite dancers in action.

Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult.

Strictly Come Dancing continues tonight on BBC One at 7:15pm.

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Dianne Buswell shows off incredible hair transformation – 'it was time for a change'

The strictly come dancing pro dancer shares a before and after video - and we love the result.

Dianne Buswell is known for her signature red hair, but ahead of the Easter holidays, she decided it was “time for a change” and transformed her locks by adding “darker dragged out roots” – and we love the result.

Taking to Instagram on Thursday, the Strictly Come Dancing star shared a before and after video, showing her in the hairdressers as her “dream team” changed up her look by adding an “amazing” vibrant red colour and “wonderful” extensions.

“It was time for a change! And I love it, what do we think of the darker dragged out roots? Thank you to my dream team @vickydemetriouhair for the wonderful extensions and to @harrietmuldoon for the amazing colour. The best team in the best salon @larrykinghair,” she captioned the video.

Dianne’s Strictly colleagues were quick to share their approval on the comments section and when a fan commented they “love it, because it’s still Dianne, but different,” the 34-year-old replied: “I love the change while still being red.”

The Australian dancer, who is happily coupled up with YouTuber Joe Sugg , has always been very open about her style and beauty secrets.

Back in 2022, she opened up about how she cares for her vibrant red hair and how it’s always looking so glossy.

"I have the Great Lengths Keratin Bonds in my hair and a lady called Vicky from Larry King does them for me. I've been going to her for years now. I find that because my hair goes through so much with Strictly and touring and it constantly has heat on it, I find that the extensions almost coat around my natural hair, so it gives it that little barrier,” she told Heat magazine.

"So that's how I protect my actual natural hair and actually, underneath, my hair has grown so much from having these bonds which is amazing. Sometimes people don't even notice now when I have them in and when I don't, so that's definitely a good thing.”

On her secret to smooth and glossy hair, she added: "On the ends of my hair, I never actually put colour, I just put this conditioner that has a red tinge to it. And that's what sort of gives my hair that vibrancy and the smoothness and the glossiness. I don't really do my roots that often, so I don't mind when my hair grows out. I normally leave it around three months in between, I've got it down to a fine art."

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