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Strictly Come Dancing ‘axes five pro dancers’ including longest-standing favourite in new series shake-up

Strictly Come Dancing ‘axes five pro dancers’ including longest-standing favourite in new series shake-up

Strictly Come Dancing is reportedly facing a major shake-up ahead of its next series, with several professional dancers said to be leaving the programme before it returns later this year. The reported changes follow a period of transition for the BBC ballroom show after hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman stepped down at the end of the previous season. Producers are now believed to be considering a refreshed line-up as the series prepares to return to screens this autumn. According to reports, a number of long-standing members of the professional troupe may not be invited back as part of the overhaul. A source told The Sun: “There are major changes taking place with dancers having meetings about their contracts over the next few weeks. Bosses want a fresh start and to bring in new faces after all the drama in recent years and create a new era.” Strictly Come Dancing is reportedly facing a major shake-up ahead of its next series (BBC) The reported overhaul has also created uncertainty among the remaining professionals, with insiders …

BBC reportedly drops four Strictly professional dancers amid 2026 series shake-up – details

BBC reportedly drops four Strictly professional dancers amid 2026 series shake-up – details

The BBC has reportedly removed four professional dancers from the Strictly Come Dancing 2026 line-up, according to reports by The Sun.  Among those apparently affected by the shake-up are professional dancers Nadiya Bychkova, 36, Gorka Marquez, 35, Luba Mushtuk, 36, and Michelle Tsiakkas, 30. HELLO! reached out to the BBC for comment, to which it issued the following statement: “Plans for Strictly Come Dancing 2026 will be confirmed in due course.” While the show is entering a new era following the sad departure of its long-time hosts Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly, it’s unclear just how much change is in store for the new season.  The professionals who have reportedly faced elimination from the show’s line-up have enjoyed varied success during their time on the programme. Who are the Strictly pros reportedly not returning? Hailing from Ukraine, Nadiya joined the series in 2017 and partnered with celebrities such as Davood Ghadami, Dan Walker, Matt Goss and, most recently, Chris Robshaw, with whom she came in 13th place.  © CREDIT LINE:BBC/Ray BurmistonChris and Nadiya on the …