Two stars have been confirmed for the BBC show’s 2026 line-up

EastEnders actress Lacey Turner has become the first celebrity to be announced for Strictly Come Dancing 2026 as bosses gear up for a fresh start for the BBC series

Strictly Come Dancing have announced Lacey Turner as their first 2026 contestant.

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‘EastEnders’ star Lacey Turner says she is ‘so excited’ to be taking part in the BBC dancing contest

Strictly Come Dancing fans have been left saying the same thing after the BBC show revealed their first contestant, Lacey Turner, who will join this year's line-up

BBC show is getting the glitterball rolling with 2026 cast announcements

Strictly Come Dancing have announced the second name set to take to the dancefloor this Autumn and Winter, after EastEnders actress Lacey Turner

Two stars have been confirmed for the BBC show’s 2026 line-up