The Strictly Come Dancing pairings have been announced, and already a line-up that first felt woefully bland is infinitely more exciting.

As per tradition, the Strictly class of 2025 was announced in dribs and drabs throughout early August, and like every other year, it was met with the same complaint: ‘Who are these people?’

On the surface, it’s not a line-up with enormous star power – but there’s a lot to be excited about.

We’ve got the promise that the unlikeliest national treasure, Danny Dyer, will be in the audience cheering on his daughter Dani from the sidelines. La Voix, will be the first (and long overdue) drag queen to take part in the main Strictly series after Tayce’s breakout in the 2024 Christmas special.

And I cheered when it was announced model Ellie Goldstein will take

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