The glitterball is being polished and the dancing shoes are being laced up as Strictly Come Dancing reveals its full professional dancer line-up for the highly anticipated 2025 series. The BBC has confirmed which fan favourites and returning stars will be gracing the famous ballroom floor when the show returns later this year.
Familiar Faces Return to the Dance Floor
In exciting news for Strictly enthusiasts, several beloved professionals are making their comeback after sitting out the 2024 series. The returning cohort includes:
- Dianne Buswell - The fiery redhead and fan favourite who last competed with Bobby Brazier
- Giovanni Pernice - The 2021 champion known for his technical precision and competitive spirit
- Karen Hauer - The show's longest-serving female professional with over a decade of experience
- Neil Jones - The innovative choreographer and former champion
Complete Professional Dancer Roster
The full line-up promises an electrifying mix of experience and fresh energy. Confirmed professionals for the 2025 series include:
- Aljaž Škorjanec
- Amy Dowden
- Carlos Gu
- Dianne Buswell
- Giovanni Pernice
- Graziano Di Prima
- Jowita Przystał
- Karen Hauer
- Katya Jones
- Lauren Oakley
- Michelle Tsiakkas
- Nancy Xu
- Neil Jones
- Nikita Kuzmin
- Vito Coppola
What This Means for the New Series
The return of several high-profile professionals suggests the 2025 series could be one of the most competitive yet. With Dianne Buswell and Giovanni Pernice both returning after their break, the competition for celebrity partners is set to be fiercer than ever.
Amy Dowden's confirmed participation is particularly heartwarming for fans, as she continues her inspiring journey following her cancer treatment. Her resilience and determination have made her one of the show's most admired professionals.
The blend of returning veterans and established current professionals creates a perfect storm of talent that promises spectacular routines, emotional journeys, and of course, the signature Strictly magic that has captivated British audiences for years.
While the celebrity contestants are yet to be announced, this professional line-up confirmation has already set the stage for what promises to be an unforgettable series of Strictly Come Dancing.
