How to vote in Strictly Come Dancing 2025
All the instructions and information you need to make sure you can vote for your favourite couple on BBC's Strictly Come Dancing 2025.
It's not often Strictly Come Dancing fans are treated to something completely new on the show – but on tonight's episode (Saturday 29th November) viewers saw the first ever edition of the brand new Instant Dance challenge. The new format twist – which saw each couple given just 10 seconds to plan a 40-second routine – provided plenty of chaos and went down a treat with fans of the show, many of whom are already calling for it to become a regular feature. As well as making for some very entertaining TV, the challenge also shook up the leaderboard, with the 4 points awarded to Amber and Nikita putting them top when added to their perfect 40 for their main routine earlier on the show. Karen and Carlos also received the maximum score for their first routine, but finished bottom in the Instant Dance challenge which meant that Lewis and Katya – who placed first in the challenge – leapfrogged them into second place. With things really heating up in the competition, the remaining Strictly contestants will be hoping they've done enough to book their place in next week's musicals themed quarter finals – and now it's over to the public vote. Because this season has been different when it comes to how viewers can cast their votes, we at Radio Times think it's important to bring you all the latest voting info in one clear, concise and handy guide. Ahead of the show's run, the BBC confirmed it had scrapped premium-rate voting, meaning there is now only one way you can vote. So, how can you cast your vote on Strictly Come Dancing 2025? Read on for everything you need to know. How to vote online for Strictly Come Dancing When the vote opens each week, head on over to the Strictly homepage, where you'll find the vote at the top of the page. You can vote online on the Strictly homepage, or by scanning the QR code available on their website – which will be displayed on screen during the show. Online voting can be done by a mobile phone, tablet or computer. Before you can vote, you need to be signed into your BBC account. If you voted last year, providing you're using the same device, you should still be signed in and ready to vote. But if you have never voted before, you will need to register for a BBC account in order to vote. Once the vote is open, the couples will be listed in alphabetical order. You can cast your votes by selecting your favourite duo by clicking the plus icon next to their name so that a 1 appears in the box between the plus and minus icons. Once you've allocated all your votes, you won't be able to press the plus icon anymore. If you're happy with your votes, then click 'Submit X votes' at the bottom of the page. Once submitted, the votes cannot be changed. When does the vote open for Strictly Come Dancing? Voting opens during each live show. Be careful though: the vote does not open until all the couples have danced, which means you have to wait until near the end of the show to cast your votes. Is it free to vote online for Strictly? Voting online is free for Strictly Come Dancing 2025. Can you vote by phone? No, you can no longer vote by phone for Strictly Come Dancing. The BBC confirmed it had scrapped its premium-rate phone voting system before the 2025 series began, with the Eurovision Song Contest becoming the last major BBC show to offer it. Strictly Come Dancing continues on BBC One and iPlayer. Add Strictly Come Dancing to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Strictly Come Dancing leaderboard 2025: Full judges' scores LIVE
This week will see a major twist for the stars!
It's time for more glitz and glamour in the Strictly Come Dancing ballroom in Week 10! This week saw a major twist for the Strictly stars, as competed in the Instant Dance challenge, which asked each couple to pick a dance style at random from ones they have learnt in the competition so far and gave them just 10 seconds to decide how to dance it. Head Judge Shirley Ballas said: "Instant Dance has the power to change everything for our couples, and will challenge them in ways they have never been challenged before. "With standards so incredibly high this year and the competition so close, there's a lot resting on it. The dance styles, costumes and music might not be revealed until the night, but what we can be sure of right now is that it's going to be a whole lot of fun. I cannot wait!" We'll be keeping track of the all-important leaderboard as it happens below in Strictly Come Dancing week 10. Strictly Come Dancing 2025 leaderboard Week 10 In Week 10, the stars competed in the Instant Dance challenge, which saw them improvise a 40-second dance to a surprise style and song. The judges awarded them points which were then added to their score from their Week 10 dance. Amber Davies and Nikita Kuzmin - (10+10+10+10) = 40 + 4 = 44 Lewis Cope and Katya Jones - (9+9+9+9) = 36 +6 = 42 Karen Carney and Carlos Gu - (10+10+10+10) = 40 +1 = 41 George Clarke and Alexis Warr - (8+8+9+9) = 34 +2 + 36 Balvinder Sopal and Julian Caillon - (7+7+7+7) = 28 +5 = 33 Alex Kingston and Johannes Radebe - (4+6+6+7) = 23 +3 = 26 Strictly Come Dancing 2025 leaderboard Week 9 Lewis Cope and Katya Jones -(10+10+10 +10) = 40 Karen Carney and Carlos Gu - (9+10+10+10) = 39 George Clarke and Alexis Warr - (9+10+10+10) = 39 Amber Davies and Nikita Kuzmin - (9+9+9+9) = 36 Alex Kingston and Johannes Radebe - (8+9+9+9) = 35 Balvinder Sopal and Julian Caillon - (8+8+8+9) = 33 Strictly Come Dancing 2025 leaderboard Week 8 Amber Davies and Nikita Kuzmin - (9+10+9+10) = 38 Lewis Cope and Katya Jones - (9+10+9+9) = 37 Alex Kingston and Johannes Radebe - (8+9+9+9) = 35 La Voix and Aljaž Škorjanec - (7+8+9+9) = 33 Karen Carney and Carlos Gu - (7+8+8+8) = 31 George Clarke and Alexis Warr - (6+7+8+8) = 29 Balvinder Sopal and Julian Caillon - (6+7+7+7) = 27 Vicky Pattison and Kai Widdrington - (6+7+7+7) = 27 Strictly Come Dancing 2025 leaderboard Week 7 Vicky Pattison and Kai Widdrington - (9+10+10+10) = 39 Amber Davies and Nikita Kuzmin - (9+10+9+10) = 38 Lewis Cope and Katya Jones - (8+9+9+9) = 35 Karen Carney and Carlos Gu - (8+10+8+9) = 35 George Clarke and Alexis Warr - (8+8+9+9) = 34 Alex Kingston and Johannes Radebe - (7+8+7+8) = 30 Harry Aikines-Aryeetey and Karen Hauer - (7+8+7+8) = 30 La Voix and Aljaž Škorjanec - (6+8+7+8) = 29 Balvinder Sopal and Julian Caillon - (7+7+7+7) = 28 Strictly Come Dancing 2025 leaderboard Week 6 Lewis Cope and Katya Jones - (10+10+10+10) = 40 Karen Carney and Carlos Gu - (9+10+9+10) = 38 Amber Davies and Nikita Kuzmin - (9+9+8+9) = 35 La Voix and Aljaž Škorjanec - (8+9+9+9) = 35 Alex Kingston and Johannes Radebe - (8+9+9+9) = 35 Vicky Pattison and Kai Widdrington - (7+8+8+8) = 31 George Clarke and Alexis Warr - (6+7+8+8) = 29 Balvinder Sopal and Julian Caillon - (7+7+7+7) = 28 Ellie Goldstein and Vito Coppola - (6+7+7+7) = 27 Harry Aikines-Aryeetey and Karen Hauer - (6+7+6+7) = 26 Read more: Strictly Come Dancing's Ellie Goldstein stunned by surprise message from British pop music icon Strictly Come Dancing 2025 leaderboard Week 5 Lewis Cope and Katya Jones - (9+9+8+8) = 34 Vicky Pattison and Kai Widdrington - (8+8+8+9) = 33 Amber Davies and Nikita Kuzmin - (8+8+8+9) = 33 Alex Kingston and Johannes Radebe - (7+8+8+9) = 32 Harry Aikines-Aryeetey and Karen Hauer - (6+9+7+8) = 30 Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink and Lauren Oakley - (7+8+7+8) = 30 Karen Carney and Carlos Gu - (7+7+7+7) = 28 Ellie Goldstein and Vito Coppola - (6+8+7+7) = 28 Balvinder Sopal and Julian Caillon - (7+7+7+7) = 28 La Voix and Aljaž Škorjanec - (6+7+7+8) = 28 George Clarke and Alexis Warr - (6+7+6+8) = 27 Strictly Come Dancing 2025 leaderboard Week 4 Alex Kingston and Johannes Radebe - (8+9+10+9) = 36 Lewis Cope and Katya Jones - (8+9+9+8) = 34 Amber Davies and Nikita Kuzmin - (8+9+8+8) = 33 Ellie Goldstein and Vito Coppola - (7+8+8+8) = 31 George Clarke and Alexis Warr - (7+8+7+8) = 30 Vicky Pattison and Kai Widdrington - (7+7+7+8) = 29 Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink and Lauren Oakley - (6+8+7+8) = 29 Balvinder Sopal and Julian Caillon - (7+7+7+7) = 28 Karen Carney and Carlos Gu - (6+7+7+7) = 27 Harry Aikines-Aryeetey and Karen Hauer - (6+7+6+7) = 26 Stefan Dennis and Dianne Buswell - (5+7+7+7) = 26 Chris Robshaw and Nadiya Bychkova - (4+6+7+7) = 24 La Voix and Aljaž Škorjanec - (3+4+2+5) = 14 Strictly Come Dancing 2025 leaderboard - Weeks 1,2 + 3 combined Lewis Cope and Katya Jones - 92 Amber Davies and Nikita Kuzmin - 91 George Clarke and Alexis Warr - 85 Alex Kingston and Johannes Radebe - 82 Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink and Lauren Oakley - 80 Harry Aikines-Aryeetey and Karen Hauer - 77 Karen Carney and Carlos Gu - 76 Balvinder Sopal and Julian Caillon - 73 Vicky Pattison and Kai Widdrington - 72 La Voix and Aljaž Škorjanec - 71 Ellie Goldstein and Vito Coppola - 67 Chris Robshaw and Nadiya Bychkova - 52 Ross King and Jowita Przystał - 44 Stefan Dennis and Dianne Buswell - 39 (Stefan missed Week 3 due to illness) Thomas Skinner and Amy Dowden - 29 (Thomas was the first person to be eliminated) Strictly Come Dancing 2025 leaderboard - Week 3 Lewis Cope and Katya Jones - (9+10+9+9) = 37 Amber Davies and Nikita Kuzmin - (8+9+9+9) = 35 Harry Aikines-Aryeetey and Karen Hauer - (8+8+8+8) = 32 George Clarke and Alexis Warr - (6+8+9+8) = 31 Alex Kingston and Johannes Radebe - (7+8+7+8) = 30 Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink and Lauren Oakley - (7+7+6+8) = 28 La Voix and Aljaž Škorjanec - (7+7+7+7) = 28 Ellie Goldstein and Vito Coppola - (6+7+7+7) = 27 Balvinder Sopal and Julian Caillon - (7+7+6+6) = 26 Karen Carney and Carlos Gu - (4+7+7+ 7) = 25 Vicky Pattison and Kai Widdrington - (5+7+6+7) = 25 Chris Robshaw and Nadiya Bychkova - (4+6+6+6) = 22 Ross King and Jowita Przystał - (4+5+5+5) = 19 Strictly Come Dancing 2025 leaderboard - Week 2 Alex Kingston and Johannes Radebe - (7+8+8+8) = 31 Balvinder Sopal and Julian Caillon - (7+8+8+7) = 30 George Clarke and Alexis Warr - (7+7+8+8) = 30 Amber Davies and Nikita Kuzmin - (8+7+7+7) = 29 Lewis Cope and Katya Jones - (7+7+6+7) = 27 Harry Aikines-Aryeetey and Karen Hauer - (6+7+6+7) = 26 Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink and Lauren Oakley - (6+6+6+7) = 25 Vicky Pattison and Kai Widdrington - (6+6+6+6) = 24 Ellie Goldstein and Vito Coppola - (5+6+6+6) = 23 Karen Carney and Carlos Gu - (4+5+5+6) = 20 La Voix and Aljaž Škorjanec - (4+5+5+5) = 19 Stefan Dennis and Dianne Buswell - (4+4+4+5) = 17 Chris Robshaw and Nadiya Bychkova - (3+4+4+5) = 16 Ross King and Jowita Przystał - (2+4+4+5) = 15 Thomas Skinner and Amy Dowden - (2+3+4+4) = 13 Strictly Come Dancing 2025 leaderboard - Week 1 Karen Carney and Carlos Gu - (7+8+8+8) = 31 Lewis Cope and Katya Jones - (7+7+7+7) = 28 Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink and Lauren Oakley - (6+7+7+7) = 27 Amber Davies and Nikita Kuzmin - (7+7+7+6) = 27 La Voix and Aljaž Škorjanec - (6+6+6+6) = 24 George Clarke and Alexis Warr - (6+6+6+6) = 24 Vicky Pattison and Kai Widdrington - (5+6+6+6) = 23 Stefan Dennis and Dianne Buswell - (4+6+6+6) = 22 Alex Kingston and Johannes Radebe - (4+6+5+6) = 21 Harry Aikines-Aryeetey and Karen Hauer - (4+5+5+5) = 19 Ellie Goldstein and Vito Coppola - (4+4+4+5) = 17 Balvinder Sopal and Julian Caillon - (4+4+4+5) = 17 Thomas Skinner and Amy Dowden - (2+4+5+5) = 16 Chris Robshaw and Nadiya Bychkova - (3+4+3+4) = 14 Ross King and Jowita Przystał - (2+3+2+3) = 10 Strictly Come Dancing is available to watch on catch-up on BBC iPlayer. 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I'm a Celebrity 2025 cast: Confirmed line-up of contestants
This year's cast features two EastEnders actors, a comedian, a former Lioness, and more...
I'm a Celebrity 2025 is in full swing, with the fresh group of famous faces already being put through their paces in a series of challenges and trials. Now, things have officially got serious, with former footballer and pundit Alex Scott becoming the first celebrity to be eliminated. Asked by hosts Ant and Dec whether she was disappointed to have been voted out first, Scott responded: "Oh no! It has been an incredible experience and mentally it has been tough but I am so glad I got to do it with so many amazing campmates. "The laughter we have had and we really connected and making the bonds that we did." As we wait for the next episode, read on to learn more about the official line-up for I'm a Celebrity 2025. I'm a Celebrity official 2025 line-up: Confirmed celebrity contestants Tom Read Wilson Vogue Williams Kelly Brook Martin Kemp Eddie Kadi Alex Scott MBE - ELIMINATED on day 13. Angry Ginge Jack Osbourne Ruby Wax OBE Aitch Shona McGarty Lisa Riley Scroll on to find out more! Vogue Williams Age: 40 Job: Podcaster and TV presenter Instagram: @voguewilliams Vogue Williams is a media personality and presenter, who first rose to fame in Ireland after appearing on Fade Street, before then participating on the Australian version of Dancing with the Stars. Since then, she has gone on to host My Therapist Ghosted Me with Joanne McNally, and her own titles Never Live It Down and Vogue & Amber which she co-hosts alongside her sister. After recently turning 40, Vogue admitted she had become too "comfortable in life" and decided I'm a Celebrity was the right step out of her comfort zone. She added: "I always thought I wouldn’t do it, because I've gotten too comfortable in my life. I like to have eight hours of sleep, I like to eat nice things, I like to just chill out and I never put myself out of my comfort zone. "Then when I turned 40, I started to get scared of ridiculous things. I didn’t want to be this person. Doing this is such a massive life experience and it is not something you can pay to do. So now I am 40, I think it will be pretty cool to do I’m a Celebrity!" Tom Read Wilson Age: 39 Job: TV personality Instagram: @tomreadwilson Tom Read Wilson is a TV personality and actor who once appeared as a contestant on The Voice UK. Since then, he has served as the receptionist and client co-ordinator on Celebs Go Dating. Tom is rather scared about heading into camp, admitting he is as "fearful as a porcupine". He said: "My first thought when they approached me about taking part was abject terror. But I have got a very strict rule in life. If the only reason that you don’t want to do it is fear, you must do it whatever it is. I’m fearful as a porcupine and I am very nervous that my grey cells won’t dance properly in camp, too. "At home, I do a cryptic crossword every day, I always have a book on the go and I am a bit worried that my frontal lobes will drop off if I don’t have a lubricant for it. I can be vague at times and I don’t want to scatter brain cells over the camp!" Martin Kemp Age: 64 Job: Musician and actor Instagram: @martinjkemp Martin Kemp is a musician and actor, best known for being part of the new wave band Spandau Ballet, as well as his role as Steve Owen in EastEnders. Kemp has shared that his son, Roman, is jealous that he's going into the jungle. Roman took part on the show in 2019 and came third – and has offered some advice to his father. "He told me to go in and enjoy it all," Kemp said. "He said it's the most fun he has ever had and he said, 'I am really jealous; I know how much fun you are going to have.'" Just as Martin voted for Roman to do the "worst trials", Roman has promised to do the same! Eddie Kadi Age: 42 Job: Comedian Instagram: @comeddiekadi Eddie Kadi is a multi-award-winning stand-up comedian and radio presenter, and was the first black British comedian to headline the O2 Arena in London. Over his career, he has hosted the MOBO Awards, as well as the official red carpet show for BET International and BET Africa in Los Angeles, and the main stage of the Afro Nation Festivals across the world. In 2023, he appeared on Strictly Come Dancing and was paired with Karen Hauer. Speaking of taking part on I'm a Celebrity, Eddie said: "I have had a few friends who have done it like Oti Mabuse and Babatunde. They have all come back with such great stories. You only live once and I said 'yes' immediately. "Raising a daughter is a beautiful thing and my daughter is extremely excited. It’s going to be a story for her every single day. And if I were to be crowned ‘King of the Jungle’, my daughter would be the proudest daughter in the world." Alex Scott MBE Age: 41 Job: Sports presenter Instagram: @alexscott2 Alex Scott is a former professional footballer turned pundit, and has been the presenter of Football Focus since 2021. A self-described introvert, Alex shared she will need to "push" herself to "speak out around all of the different and big personalities". She explained: "Not going into myself for being the shy one will be my big challenge. People see you on TV and they assume you are outgoing, that loud person, but take me to red carpets or events and I am the one in the corner going, ‘Talk to me, please give me a plus one so I don’t have to be that person who walks in on my own’. It’s going to be a challenge." Kelly Brook Age: 45 Job: Model and radio DJ Instagram: @iamkb Kelly Brook is a model and actress, and has appeared in a number of films and TV programmes including Survival Island, Smallville, Celebrity Juice and Britain's Got Talent. She recently starred alongside her husband Jeremy Parisi in Celebrity Race Across the World. The radio DJ had always vowed to never take part in I'm a Celebrity, but had a change of heart after running the London Marathon, admitting the race made her realise she can do things she never thought possible. "I have said I will never do I’m A Celebrity… several times. I didn’t think it was ever in me to do the challenges and bushtucker trials. But since I have been with my husband, we have done a few things that I’ve surprised myself by," she explained. "We did Race Across the World and I ran the London marathon this year – two things I never thought I had in me. I’m such a fan of the show that I thought, ‘Maybe I could do it, maybe I could cope.’ I won’t know unless I try and so I am going to throw myself into it." Angry Ginge Age: 23 Job: Media personality Instagram: @angryginge13 Angry Ginge, real name Morgan Burtwistle, is a content creator who rose in popularity for his live streams surrounding FIFA and football-related content and has amassed over three million followers across social media. Despite having only ever been away from social media for a week, the content creator knew he couldn't turn down the opportunity to appear on the show when he was first approached. "I’ve watched the show on the sofa with my mum ever since I was a kid," he said. "To take part in it this year is something I couldn’t pass up on. “But my whole life is spent on the phone. I’ve been away once for a week. And so, two to three weeks without it is going to be very educational to see how I will do!" Jack Osbourne Age: 39 Job: Media personality Instagram: @jackosbourne Jack Osbourne is a media personality and the youngest child of Sharon Osbourne and the late Ozzy Osbourne. Over the years, he has starred in a number of programmes fronted by his family, most notably The Osbournes in the early 2000s. Despite feeling nervous about what lies ahead in the jungle, Jack said he is looking forward to throwing himself into the I'm a Celebrity life. He said: "I definitely had to think about doing this programme. It’s an absolute commitment but the real reason why it is popular is people sit at home saying, 'Could I do that?', so I think a lot of why I’ve said 'yes' is the intrigue and how would I survive that? I am very nervous though!" Ruby Wax OBE Age: 72 Job: Presenter and comedian Instagram: @rubywax Ruby Wax is a presenter and comedian who shot to fame in the '90s thanks to her popular chat shows. She was also a script editor on the popular BBC sitcom Absolutely Fabulous. But the comedy legend is looking to show the public the "real her" while in the I'm a Celebrity camp. "It hasn't actually sunk in that I am doing this but I am really looking forward to meeting my fellow campmates," Ruby said. "In my personas before, I looked quite aggressive and pushy, and I think it was just my nerves. I am not aggressive, it's the way I talk. I'm not confrontational and it looked like I was." Shona McGarty Age: 34 Job: Actress Instagram: @shonabmx Shona McGarty is an actress best known for her portrayal of Whitney Dean on EastEnders. She left the role last year, and has been working in theatre since. The actress has "always wanted" to do I'm a Celebrity and is looking forward to finding her voice outside of the script and character she grew up playing. She said: "Everyone expects me to wear massive gold hoop earrings and have a ponytail while eating chicken nuggets! But I am nothing like that. I’m looking forward to using this experience to be completely myself, which nobody has seen." Aitch Age: 25 Job: Rapper Instagram: @aitch Aitch, real name Harrison James Armstrong, is a rapper who rose to fame in 2018. He released his debut studio album in 2022, which reached number two on the UK Albums Chart and has since released 20 Top 10 singles in the UK. The rapper is hoping to inspire young viewers that it is possible to achieve anything in life as well as raise awareness about Down Syndrome, a genetic disorder his sister Gracie has. Aitch admitted he cancelled gigs to take part in the show, and said: "On a personal Harrison level, this show is something I grew up watching in our house. It would almost be disrespectful to say ‘no’. Why would I not do it? "On an Aitch level, I feel like I have got this calling to raise awareness for Down Syndrome and I feel that’s the perfect place. Also, you don’t always want to be stuck in the same world forever. "You can branch out and do other things. You don’t have to stick to the code (rap world), because you think that’s cool. I did have to cancel some gigs for it. But you are never going to branch out if you do the same thing all the time." Lisa Riley Age: 49 Job: Actress Instagram: @lisajaneriley Lisa Riley is an actress and comedian, best known for her role as Mandy Dingle on Emmerdale. She decided to finally say yes to I'm a Celebrity because she is turning 50 next year. She said: "It's 30 years on and off playing Mandy Dingle in Emmerdale and 10 years of being sober. It’s like a big baguette where everything I wanted was in it! And it’s I’m A Celebrity’s 25th series anniversary too." I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! airs nightly on ITV1 and ITVX. Add I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Strictly Come Dancing 2025 songs and dances confirmed for Week 10
The weather might be getting colder, but Strictly Come Dancing is really hotting up as we get increasingly close to the Grand final in a few weeks. Following last week's Blackpool week – and the sad news that La Voix had to withdraw from the competition – six couple remain in the hunt for the Glitterball trophy, and will take to the dancefloor once again for their latest routines this evening. And that's not all: in addition to their main dances, tonight's show also sees the introduction of the previously teased Instant Dance challenge, which will see each couple perform a second routine in very different circumstances. The challenges will see the dancers pick a style at random from ones they have learnt in the competition so far, before being given just 10 seconds to decide exactly how they're going to dance it – before they are ranked from best to worst by the judges and given a corresponding number of points. But before we get to that, what will the couples be performing to for their main dances? Scroll on to find out what songs and dances the Strictly Come Dancing 2025 cast will be performing to this week. Strictly Come Dancing 2025 Week 10 songs and dances Alex Kingston and Johannes Radebe - Cha Cha to Ring My Bell by Anita Ward Balvinder Sopal and Julian Caillon - Jive to Right Back Where We Started From by Maxine Nightingale George Clarke and Alexis Warr - Quickstep to I Get a Kick Out of You by Frank Sinatra Karen Carney and Carlos Gu - Couples' Choice to Born This Way by Lady Gaga Lewis Cope and Katya Jones - Rumba to Falling by Harry Styles Amber Davies and Nikita Kuzmin - Jive to Proud Mary by Tina Turner Strictly Come Dancing 2025 Blackpool Week songs and dances Alex Kingston and Johannes Radebe - Couple's Choice to History Repeating + Look At Me by Propellerheads ft Miss Shirley Bassey + Geri Halliwell Balvinder Sopal and Julian Caillon - Argentine Tango to The Logical Song by Supertramp George Clarke and Alexis Warr - Salsa to Rock This Party (Everybody Dance Now) by Bob Sinclar Karen Carney and Carlos Gu - Paso Doble to O Fortuna by Carmina Burana Lewis Cope and Katya Jones - Charleston to I Bet That You Look Good on the Dancefloor by Arctic Monkeys Amber Davies and Nikita Kuzmin - Quickstep to Reach by S Club 7 Strictly Come Dancing 2025 Week 8 songs and dances Alex Kingston and Johannes Radebe - Waltz to Weekend in New England by Barry Manilow Balvinder Sopal and Julian Caillon - American Smooth to My Guy by Mary Wells George Clarke and Alexis Warr - Rumba to Somewhere Only We Know by Lily Allen Karen Carney and Carlos Gu - American Smooth to You Don't Own Me by SAYGRACE La Voix and Aljaž Škorjanec - Couple's Choice to Don't Rain On My Parade by Barbra Streisand Lewis Cope and Katya Jones - Tango to 12 to 12 by sombr Vicky Pattison and Kai Widdrington - Jive to Sound of the Underground by Girls Aloud Amber Davies and Nikita Kuzmin - Paso Doble to Dream On by Aerosmith <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2025/11/Untitled-design-25-10fe294.jpg" width="1200" height="840" alt="A brightly lit TV studio shows four judges seated behind a sparkly judging desk. They each hold up score paddles: the first judge displays a 9 and looks serious, while the other three judges hold up 10s, smiling and cheering. Colourful stage lights and an audience are visible in the background." title="Strictly Come Dancing judges" /> Strictly Come Dancing 2025 Week 7 songs and dances Alex Kingston and Johannes Radebe - Paso Doble to Amparito Roca by Jamie Texidor Balvinder Sopal and Julian Caillon - Couple's Choice to Sapphire by Ed Sheeran & Arijit Singh George Clarke and Alexis Warr - Vienesse Waltz to Somebody to Love by Queen Harry Aikines-Aryeetey and Karen Hauer - Samba to Samba by Gloria Estefan Karen Carney and Carlos Gu - Charleston to Upside Down / Think by Diana Ross / Aretha Franklin La Voix and Aljaž Škorjanec - Foxtrot to Make Your Own Kind of Music by Cass Elliot Lewis Cope and Katya Jones - Cha Cha to I Like It Like That by Pete Rodriguez Vicky Pattison and Kai Widdrington - Tango to The Fate of Ophelia by Taylor Swift Amber Davies and Nikita Kuzmin - Salsa to You Make Me Feel (Mighty Real) by Sylvester Strictly Come Dancing 2025 Halloween Week songs and dances Alex Kingston and Johannes Radebe - Salsa to Horny by Hot 'N' Juicy and Mousse T Balvinder Sopal and Julian Caillon - Rumba to Stay by Shakespears Sister Ellie Goldstein and Vito Coppola - Tango to Abracadabra by Lady Gaga George Clarke and Alexis Warr - Cha Cha to Apple by Charli XCX Harry Aikines-Aryeetey and Karen Hauer - American Smooth to Mystical Magical by Benson Boone Karen Carney and Carlos Gu - Argentine Tango to Red Right Hand by Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds La Voix and Aljaž Škorjanec - Paso Doble to The 5th by Beethoven Lewis Cope and Katya Jones - Couple's Choice to Creep by Radiohead Vicky Pattison and Kai Widdrington - American Smooth to Total Eclipse of the Heart by Bonnie Tyler Amber Davies and Nikita Kuzmin - Viennese Waltz to I See Red by Everybody Loves an Outlaw Strictly Come Dancing 2025 Icons Week songs and dances Alex Kingston and Johannes Radebe - Foxtrot to Here You Come Again by Dolly Parton Balvinder Sopal and Julian Caillon - Quickstep to Texas Hold 'Em by Beyoncé Ellie Goldstein and Vito Coppola - Salsa to Spice Girls Medley George Clarke and Alexis Warr - Jive to As It Was by Harry Styles Harry Aikines-Aryeetey and Karen Hauer - Tango to Caught Up by Usher Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink and Lauren Oakley - American Smooth to Purple Rain by Prince Karen Carney and Carlos Gu - Rumba to Think Twice by Céline Dion La Voix and Aljaž Škorjanec - Salsa to Strong Enough by Cher Lewis Cope and Katya Jones - Quickstep to Ring of Fire by Johnny Cash Vicky Pattison and Kai Widdrington - Couple's Choice to Fight For This Love by Cheryl Amber Davies and Nikita Kuzmin - Cha Cha to Break Free by Ariana Grande Strictly Come Dancing 2025 Week 4 songs and dances Alex Kingston and Johannes Radebe - Rumba to Fast Car by Tracy Chapman Balvinder Sopal and Julian Caillon - Paso Doble to Diablo Rojo by Rodrigo y Gabriela Chris Robshaw and Nadiya Bychkova - Salsa to Maria by Ricky Martin Ellie Goldstein and Vito Coppola - Couple's Choice to Golden by HUNTR/X George Clarke and Alexis Warr - Tango to Viva La Vida by Coldplay Harry Aikines-Aryeetey and Karen Hauer - Rumba to It Must Have Been Love by Roxette Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink and Lauren Oakley - Couple's Choice to Soca Medley Karen Carney and Carlos Gu - Quick Step to Marvellous Party by Beverley Knight La Voix and Aljaž Škorjanec - Cha Cha to Hit Me With Your Best Shot by Pat Benatar Lewis Cope and Katya Jones - Foxtrot to L-O-V-E by Nat King Cole Stefan Dennis and Dianne Buswell - Charleston to Dance Monkey by Tones and I Vicky Pattison and Kai Widdrington - Samba to La Isla Bonita by Madonna Amber Davies and Nikita Kuzmin - Argentine Tango to Angel of My Dreams by JADE Strictly Come Dancing 2025 Movie Week songs and dances Alex Kingston and Johannes Radebe - Quickstep to Suddenly I See from The Devil Wears Prada Balvinder Sopal and Julian Caillon - Foxtrot to The Way You Look Tonight from Swing Time Chris Robshaw and Nadiya Bychkova - Paso Doble to Sweet Child O'Mine from Thor: Love and Thunder Ellie Goldstein and Vito Coppola - Samba to Dance the Night from Barbie George Clarke and Alexis Warr - Couple's Choice to Soda Pop from KPop Demon Hunters Harry Aikines-Aryeetey and Karen Hauer - Salsa to I Always Wanted a Brother from Mufasa: The Lion King Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink and Lauren Oakley - Rumba to No Time to Die from James Bond Karen Carney and Carlos Gu - Cha Cha to She's a Lady from Miss Congeniality La Voix and Aljaž Škorjanec - Waltz to Feed the Birds (Tuppence A Bag) from Mary Poppins Lewis Cope and Katya Jones - Paso Doble to The Plaza of Execution from The Mask of Zorro Ross King and Jowita Przystał - Paso Doble to Thunderbirds Theme from Thunderbirds Stefan Dennis and Dianne Buswell - Waltz to It Is You (I Have Loved) from Shrek Vicky Pattison and Kai Widdrington - Charleston to A Little Party Never Killed Nobody from The Great Gatsby Amber Davies and Nikita Kuzmin - American Smooth to Sixteen Going on Seventeen from The Sound of Music Strictly Come Dancing 2025 Week 2 songs and dances Alex Kingston and Johannes Radebe - Samba to La Bamba by Connie Francis Balvinder Sopal and Julian Caillon - Charleston to Been Like This by Meghan Trainor and T-Pain Chris Robshaw and Nadiya Bychkova - Viennese Waltz to Die With a Smile by Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars Ellie Goldstein and Vito Coppola - Waltz to Your Song by Ellie Goulding George Clarke and Alexis Warr - Paso Doble to Game of Survival by Ruelle Harry Aikines-Aryeetey and Karen Hauer - Quickstep to Everybody Needs Somebody to Love by The Blues Brother Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink and Lauren Oakley - Cha Cha to I Heard it Through the Grapevine by Santa Esmeralda Karen Carney and Carlos Gu - Tango to Training Season by Dua Lipa La Voix and Aljaž Škorjanec - Jive to Objection (Tango) by Shakira Lewis Cope and Katya Jones - Viennese Waltz to Lose Control by Teddy Swims Ross King and Jowita Przystał - Waltz to Sunshine on Leith by The Proclaimers Stefan Dennis and Dianne Buswell - Cha Cha to Give It Up by KC & The Sunshine Band Thomas Skinner and Amy Dowden - Salsa to Bonkers by Dizzee Rascal and Armand Van Helden Vicky Pattison and Kai Widdrington - Foxtrot to Rein Me In by Sam Fender and Olivia Dean Amber Davies and Nikita Kuzmin - Samba to Bam Bam by Camila Cabello and Ed Sheeran Strictly Come Dancing 2025 Week 1 songs and dances Alex Kingston and Johannes Radebe - Viennese Waltz to Cry Me a River by Justin Timberlake Balvinder Sopal and Julian Caillon - Samba to (Shake, Shake, Shake) Shake Your Booty by KC & The Sunshine Band Chris Robshaw and Nadiya Bychkova - Samba to Unbelievable by EMF Ellie Goldstein and Vito Coppola - Cha Cha to yes, and? by Ariana Grande George Clarke and Alexis Warr - American Smooth to Stargazing by Myles Smith Harry Aikines-Aryeetey and Karen Hauer - Cha Cha to Push It by Salt-N-Pepa Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink and Lauren Oakley - Quickstep to Chelsea Dagger by The Fratellis Karen Carney and Carlos Gu - Jive to One Way Or Another by Blondie La Voix and Aljaž Škorjanec - American Smooth to Pink Pony Club by Chappell Roan Lewis Cope and Katya Jones - Jive to Get Ready by The Temptations Ross King and Jowita Przystał - Cha Cha to California Gurls by Katy Perry Stefan Dennis and Dianne Buswell - Foxtrot to Neighbours Theme by Barry Crocker Thomas Skinner and Amy Dowden - Paso Doble to Battle Without Honor or Humanity by Hotei Vicky Pattison and Kai Widdrington - Cha Cha to Best of My Love by Ella Eyre Amber Davies and Nikita Kuzmin - Waltz to TBC Strictly Come Dancing continues on BBC One and iPlayer on Saturday 29th November at 6:25pm. 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Strictly Come Dancing 2025 line-up: Full confirmed cast of contestants
We're heading into the final weeks of the competition.
It's almost December, which means we're nearing the final stages of this season of Strictly Come Dancing – with just six famous faces left to battle it out for the Glitterball trophy heading into tonight's episode. Last week marked Strictly's annual excursion to Blackpool Tower, but with La Voix and Aljaž Škorjanec having to miss the show due to injuruy and later withdrawing from the competition entirely on medical grounds, no contestant was eliminated. As a result, all the scores – and public votes – from last weekend have now been carried over to this week. That means that Lewis Cope and his partner and Katya Jones go into the show in pole position after scoring a perfect 40 last week, while at the other end of the leaderboard Balvinder Sopal and Julian Caillon sit bottom with 33 points. Of course, as we inch ever closer to the final there is now more pressure on the celebs than ever, and fans can look forward to some more dazzling dances this evening. What's more, tonight also marks the first ever instance of the new Instant Dance challenge, which head judge Shirley Ballas previously revealed would "change everything." As we wait to find out how that will go down, read on to discover more about the line-up for Strictly Come Dancing 2025 and those who have left. Strictly Come Dancing 2025 line-up: Full cast of confirmed contestants Amber Davies Lewis Cope Alex Kingston Balvinder Sopal George Clarke Karen Carney La Voix - Withdrew Vicky Pattison - Eliminated Harry Aikines-Aryeetey - Eliminated Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink - Eliminated Chris Robshaw - Eliminated Ellie Goldstein - Eliminated Stefan Dennis - Withdrew Ross King - Eliminated Thomas Skinner - Eliminated Dani Dyer - Withdrew Read on to learn more about those taking part in the upcoming season. Amber Davies Age: 28 Job: Actress Instagram: @amb_d Amber Davies became the latest celebrity to join the Strictly Come Dancing 2025 cast after it was announced she'd be replacing Dani Dyer in the line-up. Amber rose to fame on Love Island in 2017, and since then has pursued a professional acting career, with lead roles in Pretty Woman, 9 to 5: The Musical and The Great Gatsby. Just this week, she was announced as Elle Woods in the Legally Blonde UK tour. She also hosts the successful podcast Call To Stage, in which she interviews theatre performers across the West End and Broadway. Lewis Cope Age: 30 Job: Actor Instagram: @lewiscope Soap fans will recognise Cope from his role as Nicky Milligan in ITV's Emmerdale - a role for which he was nominated for the Rising Star Award at the National Television Awards back in 2023. He has also appeared in TV series such as Vera, Mrs Sidhu Investigates and Hetty Feather. Karen Carney Age: 38 Job: Journalist Instagram: @kazcarney Sports journalist and former footballer Karen Carney was the 14th celebrity to be announced for Strictly. Karen has played for the likes of Chelsea, Arsenal, Birmingham City and England, and is now the lead female pundit for both men's and women's football, across TNT and ITV. With 144 caps under her belt, Karen is England's third most-capped player and has competed at four World Cups, four European Championships and the London Olympics before her retirement in 2019. George Clarke Age: 25 Job: YouTube Instagram: @georgeclarkeey YouTuber and podcast host George Clarke may not be that well known among usual Strictly viewers, having rose to fame across TikTok and Instagram. George is a social media star known to millions and currently co-hosts The Useless Hotline Podcast, which has had a string of live shows across the UK. On joining Strictly Come Dancing, George said: "Never thought I’d say this… but I’m doing Strictly! Honestly, I’ve got no idea what I’m doing but I’m excited to get stuck in … and potentially fall over a fair bit." Alex Kingston Age: 62 Job: Actress Instagram: @alexkingstonofficial Alex Kingston is a star of both the stage and screen, gaining international fame for her role as Dr Elizabeth Corday in smash hit ER. But it doesn't stop there, with her known to millions as River Song in Doctor Who. Her other work includes A Discovery of Witches, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit and Arrow. Her extensive theatre roles include playing the likes of Lady Macbeth and Nurse Ratchet. On joining Strictly Come Dancing, she said: "Aaaaagghhh!" Balvinder Sopal Age: 46 Job: Actress Instagram: @leesopal Balvinder is the second soap star part of the Strictly Come Dancing cast, and continues the annual streak of an EastEnders actor taking part on the show. Best known for her role as Suki Panesar-Unwin in EastEnders, Sopal has also had a string of roles in various other soaps including Emmerdale, Coronation Street and Hollyoaks. On joining Strictly Come Dancing, Balvinder Sopal said: "Being on Strictly is a dream that I held on to, with no proof that it would ever happen. Working on EastEnders and being a part of Strictly Come Dancing is the stuff that dreams are made of. I’m far too excited to put into words how I feel but I’m incredibly excited at the prospect of dancing across the ballroom!" Former Strictly Come Dancing 2025 contestants La Voix Age: 45 Job: Performer Instagram: @lavoixtheshow La Voix is a performer, presenter and singer who is best known for competing in RuPaul's Drag Race UK in 2024. She is the second drag queen to take part in Strictly, with Tayce previously taking part in the 2024 Christmas special. La Voix has appeared on the likes of Queens for the Night and Queen of the Universe, and has even graced the silver screen for Absolutely Fabulous: The Movie. Speaking of joining Strictly, La Voix said: "I've performed for royalty, RuPaul and Simon Cowell, but nothing fills me with more excitement (and quite a bit of terror) than the thought of dancing in front of millions on live Saturday night TV. "Strictly is a national institution and I can't wait to get started. All that's left to say is: good luck to my partner! Here's hoping they can help me go from La Voix into La Danse." Vicky Pattison Age: 37 Job: TV personality Instagram: @vickypattison Vicky Pattison is a TV personality who rose to fame after appearing on Geordie Shore in the 2010s, and later on Ex on the Beach. Since then, she has presented the likes of Judge Geordie and The Honesty Box. On joining the line-up, Vicky said: "I’m absolutely buzzing to be part of this year’s Strictly Come Dancing line-up... but I'd be lying if I said I wasn’t terrified. I am a not a natural dancer! "However, it’s such an amazing opportunity for me to step out of my comfort zone and to challenge myself in a completely new way and I just really hope I don't make too much of a fool of myself!" Harry Aikines-Aryeetey Age: 36 Job: TV personality and Olympian Instagram: @aikines Harry Aikines-Aryeetey is an Olympian, multi gold medal-winning Team GB sprinter and, now, star of Gladiators. At just 17 years old, he was named BBC Young Sports Personality of the Year in 2005, after becoming the first athlete to win gold medals at both 100 metres and 200 metres at the World Youth Championships. He joined the Gladiators line-up in 2023, and was unveiled as Nitro, who is a firm fan favourite among viewers. He said of joining Strictly Come Dancing: "After the Christmas special, it was so nice I just had to do it twice! I’m so excited to be part of the Strictly family this series and I’m ready to give it all I’ve got. I’ll be bringing tons of energy to light up the dance floor. Let’s hope I’m as quick picking up the routines as I am on the track." Ellie Goldstein Age: 23 Job: Model Instagram: @elliejg16_zebedeemodel Ellie Goldstein is a model, actor and influencer who made history as the first model with Down syndrome to appear on the cover of British Vogue. Since then, she has appeared on the covers of Glamour, Elle, Mission Mag and Euphoria magazines and has featured in campaigns for the likes of Adidas and Gucci Beauty. On joining Strictly Come Dancing, Ellie said: "I’m absolutely over the moon to be joining the cast and pros of Strictly Come Dancing this year. It’s a show I’ve loved watching for so long, and the chance to now be part of it feels like a dream. "I know it’s going to be challenging, but I’m ready to do it with the glitter and glamour and make some magic on that dance floor. Let the Strictly journey begin!" Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink Age: 53 Job: Former professional footballer Instagram: @official_jhasselbaink Former professional footballer Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink was the fourth celebrity to be announced for Strictly, and many will know him for his prolific goal-scoring career in the Premier League and across Europe. Jimmy has played for clubs including Chelsea, Leeds United and Middlesbrough and has served as an assistant coach for the England national team. On joining Strictly Come Dancing, Hasselbaink said: "Swapping the pitch for the ballroom is certainly not something I’ve done before but I’m looking forward to tackling a fun challenge! Bring on a new type of footwork, with hopefully no own goals." Stefan Dennis Age: 66 Job: Actor Instagram: @stefandennis7 Stefan Dennis is an actor best known for his portrayal of Paul Robinson on Neighbours. He has been part of the soap since its inception in 1985, up until is end later this year. He has also starred on the Scottish soap River City and has dabbled in the music world, with his 1989 single Don't It Make You Feel Good reaching number 16 in the Irish and UK Singles Chart. Chris Robshaw Age: 39 Job: Former rugby union player Instagram: @chrisrobshawrugby Chris Robshaw is a former England rugby union player and captain, with 66 caps for England. He captained the national team 43 times, leading them to a Six Nations Grand Slam victory in 2016. At club level, he played 300 games for Harlequins RFC, guiding them through their most successful era. "This is about as far out of my comfort zone as it gets," Chris said of joining the line-up. "I’m hoping to take my dad dancing to a whole new level, and my mum can’t wait to drag me along to her Zumba class. Let’s see if a rugby sidestep works in the cha-cha-cha." Chris Robshaw became the third celebrity to be eliminated from Strictly Come Dancing. Ross King Age: 63 Job: Presenter Instagram: @therossking Ross King is the 13th celebrity announced to be joining Strictly Come Dancing 2025. Ross is seen daily on ITV's Good Morning Britain and Lorraine as their Los Angeles correspondent and is a four-time news Emmy winner who has hosted more than 30 television series since his first radio broadcast at 15 years old. Across the pond, Ross was a World Judge on CBS' The World's Best, hosted The Hollywood Christmas Parade, The Critics Choice Movie Awards Red Carpet and for six years was the Entertainment Anchor on Los Angeles' KTLA. Ross King, alongside dance partner Jowita Przystal, became the second contestant to be eliminated from the 2025 series after he failed to impress the judges during Movie Week performing a Paso Doble to the Thunderbirds theme. Thomas Skinner Age: 34 Job: Businessman Instagram: @iamtomskinner Former The Apprentice star Thomas Skinner is the latest name confirmed for Strictly Come Dancing, with the businessman saying he is "beyond excited" to join the line-up. Thomas Skinner rose to fame in 2019 after appearing on The Apprentice, and while he didn't win the show, he is one of the more popular contestants. Since then, he has appeared on Celebrity MasterChef and 8 Out of 10 Cats. Thomas and dance partner Amy Dowden were the first couple to be eliminated from Strictly this year after a dance off with opponent Chris Robshaw who was ultimately saved by the judges. Dani Dyer Age: 28 Job: TV personality Instagram: @danidyerxx After rising to fame on Love Island in 2018, Dani Dyer has gone from strength to strength in her career and currently co-hosts the podcast Sorted with the Dyers with her father, Danny Dyer, along with a travelogue series Absolutely Dyer: Danny and Dani Do Italy. She has made guest appearances in EastEnders and Celebrity Gogglebox and since her Love Island rise to fame, she has amassed over three million followers on social media. On joining Strictly Come Dancing, Dani said: "Getting the opportunity to be on Strictly is the second most amazing thing I’ve done this year! I feel very, very blessed and cannot wait to get my dancing shoes on." Dani unfortunately had to withdraw from the competition after fracturing her ankle ahead of the first live show. Strictly Come Dancing returns to BBC One and iPlayer on Saturday 29th November at 6:35pm. 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Who is on The Graham Norton Show tonight?
Graham is back with a new cohort of guests this week.
The Graham Norton Show is back on our screens with yet another star-studded line-up on the famous sofa. Tonight's episode will see Graham Norton back in the interviewer's chair as the 33rd season continues. Audiences can expect hilarious anecdotes, details about the latest movies and TV shows that everyone has been talking about and, of course, Graham's red chair. So, who's appearing on the show tonight? Here's everything you need to know about The Graham Norton Show's latest set of guests, and when you can watch the episode. Who is on The Graham Norton Show tonight? On Graham Norton's famous red sofa tonight is Hollywood star Glenn Close, who has joined the cast of Knives Out for its third instalment Wake Up Dead Man, whilst Alexander Skarsgård promotes his upcoming film Pillion, a romantic comedy in which he plays a biker. They are joined by Derry Girls and Bridgerton actress Nicola Coughlan, who discusses her role in The Playboy of the Western World at the National Theatre. Elsewhere on the sofa, the icon that is Miriam Margolyes chats about her new book, The Little Book of Miriam. The Graham Norton Show airs on Friday 28th November at 10:40pm on BBC One. Who is the next music act on The Graham Norton Show? Jessie J will be performing her single H.A.P.P.Y from her upcoming album Don't Tease Me with a Good Time. Is Graham Norton in the BBC studio? Graham Norton is once again back on the red sofa in his BBC studio. His famous Big Red Chair will also be making a return, as audience members share their anecdotes with Norton and the celebrity guests, in the hopes of not being tipped over. The Graham Norton Show airs on Friday 28th November at 10:40pm on BBC One. Add The Graham Norton Show to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special 2025 cast: Confirmed line-up
Christmas is fast approaching, with officially under a month to go before the big day arrives. Amid a flurry of festive TV programming to come this winter period, the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special is also back, with a cohort of f amous faces hoping they have what it takes to lift the festive Glitterball. This Christmas special will be an emotional one, as it'll also mark the last time Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly will host the programme, following the news of their departure. But before you well up, the BBC has been confirming who will step onto the dance floor this Christmas, with all six names announced! So, who is taking part in the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special this year? Read on to find out more. Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special 2025 cast: Confirmed line-up The celebrities announced to be taking part so far are as follows: Scarlett Moffatt Melanie Blatt Jodie Ounsley Nicholas Bailey Babatunde Aléshé Brian McFadden Read on to find out more about this year's contestants and who they'll be dancing with. Scarlett Moffatt Age: 35 Job: TV personality Instagram: @scarlettmoffatt Professional dance partner: Vito Coppola Scarlett Moffatt was the first celebrity to be announced for the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special 2025. Scarlett is a TV personality who first rose to fame alongside her family on Gogglebox. It was from there her popularity grew, going on to win I’m a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! in 2016. Since then, she has worked on the BBC Sounds podcast Scarlett Moffatt Wants to Believe, Channel 4 documentary Britain’s Tourette’s Mystery: Scarlett Moffatt Investigates and 30 episodes of the cookery show Love Bites. She said of joining this year's festive line-up: "Strictly has always held a special place in my heart, so being part of the Christmas Special feels truly magical. It’s the show that brings everyone together around the TV, and being part of that is a genuine personal and career highlight. I’m sure it’ll also introduce me to a few muscles I didn’t know I had. I can’t wait to live my best life on that dancefloor." Melanie Blatt Age: 50 Job: Singer Instagram: @melanieblatt Professional dance partner: Kai Widdrington Melanie Blatt is an English singer who is best known for being part of the girl group All Saints, which she became a member of in 1997. As part of the band, Melanie had five UK number one hit singles and won two BRIT awards, selling over 10 million albums worldwide. She has also released music as a solo artist, including single Do Me Wrong and See Me. In 2o13 and 2015, she also appeared as a judge on The X Factor NZ. On joining Strictly Come Dancing this Christmas, Melanie Blatt said: "If you can't have a dance at Christmas, when can you?! I'm so excited to meet Kai and start training to make this a dance to remember." Jodie Ounsley Age: 24 Job: Sports star and TV personality Instagram: @jodieounsley Professional dance partner: Neil Jones Jodie Ounsley is a former professional Exeter Chiefs rugby player, who many viewers will recognise from Gladiators as Fury. Prior to her role on the BBC One series, Ounsley was very successful in her sporting career, having won titles for former England Women's Rugby Seven's player, a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu British Champion and five times World Coal Carrying champion. Jodie has been profoundly deaf from infancy, and received a cochlear implant as a child, becoming one of the youngest people in the UK to undergo the procedure. Jodie Ounsley said: "I'm absolutely buzzing to be doing the Strictly Christmas Special. Being the first female rugby player means a lot to me too. "I honestly can’t wait to get stuck in, I’m used to smashing into people so this is definitely going to be a challenge!" Nicholas Bailey Age: 54 Job: Actor Professional dance partner: Luba Mushtuk Nicholas Bailey is an actor best known to EastEnders fans for his role as Dr Anthony Trueman, who first arrived in Walford 25 years ago. He appeared as a series regular until 2003, making several guest appearances over the years before returning for a current stint in 2025. His other acting credits include Death in Paradise, Casualty, The Archers, Coronation Street and Miranda. Outside of television, Bailey has performed on stage across the UK and in the West End, including Dream Girls and Agatha Christie's The Mousetrap. Bailey said: "I'm really excited to be doing this, almost as excited as my wife and daughters are! Hopefully I’ll do them, Albert Square and Luba proud. Bring on the dancefloor." Babatunde Aléshé Age: 39 Job: Comedian Instagram: @babatundecomedian Professional dance partner: Nancy Xu Babatunde Aléshé is a comedian and podcaster who fans may recognise from his various TV appearances, including Taskmaster, Celebrity Gogglebox and I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here. He, alongside comedians Mo Gilligan and Eddie Kadi, recently launched a new podcast Man Like You. Babatunde Aléshé said: "I used to do a little dancing when I was in college. I used to do Street Locking and Break Dancing, but then I found comedy and pursued that instead. "At 39 I’ve accepted that a good two-step is all I need to get by at any function, but I know that won't be enough for Strictly! Let's hope the old moves come back to me in time for Christmas." Brian McFadden Age: 45 Job: Singer Instagram: @brianmcfadden123 Professional dance partner: Michelle Tsiakkas Brian McFadden is a singer-songwriter who rose to fame as a member of Westlife, achieving 12 number one singles including Flying Without Wings and World of Our Own. Brian later topped the charts as a solo artist, and went on to release four solo albums. In recent years Brian has released two albums and toured extensively as part of Boyzlife, his collaboration with Keith Duffy. McFadden said of joining the festive line-up: "I’m delighted to be a part of the Strictly Christmas special. We are big fans of Strictly in our house so to be dancing on Christmas Day on such a magical show will make it a Christmas to remember." The Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special 2025 will air on BBC One and BBC iPlayer this Christmas. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. 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Who is Karen Carney? Meet Strictly Come Dancing 2025 contestant and sports star
Karen managed to climb her way back up the leaderboard last weekend.
Karen Carney is heading back out onto the Strictly Come Dancing ballroom this weekend, ready to blow audiences away once more. This weekend, she and professional partner Carlos Gu will be performing their Couples' Choice to iconic Lady Gaga song Born This Way. After weeks of slowly but surely climbing up the leaderboard, Karen received an almost perfect score of 39 for her Charleston, and it's only a matter of time before Craig Revel Horwood lifts that 10. But what else is there to know about the Lioness? Read on to learn more about Strictly Come Dancing 2025 contestant Karen Carney. Who is Karen Carney? Age: 38 Job: Journalist Instagram: @kazcarney Partner: Carlos Gu Karen Carney is a former footballer and sports journalist, who has played for the likes of Chelsea, Arsenal, Birmingham City and England. She is now the lead female pundit for both men's and women's football, across TNT and ITV. Just last year, Carney led a documentary on ITV looking at the state of football in England. With 144 caps under her belt, Karen is England's third most-capped player and has competed at four World Cups, four European Championships and the London Olympics before her retirement in 2019. Karen made history at the men's World Cup 2022 as part of the first all-female line-up to analyse a men's football game. Karen Carney's Strictly journey so far Scoreboard Week 1: Jive (7+8+8+8) = 31 Week 2: Tango (4+5+5+6) = 20 Week 3: Cha Cha (4+7+7+ 7) = 25 Week 4: Quickstep (6+7+7+7) = 27 Week 5: Rumba (7+7+7+7) = 28 Week 6: Argentine Tango (6+7+7+7) = 27 Week 7: Charleston (8+10+8+9) = 35 Week 8: American Smooth (7+8+8+8) = 31 Week 9: Paso Doble (9+10+10+10) = 39 What is Karen Carney dancing to in Week 10 on Strictly? Karen and dance partner Carlos will be dancing the Couples' Choice to Born This Way by Lady Gaga What is Karen Carney's health condition? During the second live show, Karen Carney opened up about a spine condition that impacted her performance during the competition. The former footballer explained that she suffers from a curved spine, which can make it "really hard" for her to open her posture up for some elements of ballroom dances. "There's certain elements I won't be able to do as well as I'd like to," she explained ahead of her Tango in Week 2. What has Karen Carney said about Strictly Come Dancing? Karen Carney said it was "a dream come true" to be part of the show's line-up, adding: "I'm such a huge fan of the show and I can’t believe I’m finally getting the chance to take part. I’m so excited to meet everyone and get dancing!" Strictly Come Dancing continues on BBC One and iPlayer on Saturday 29th November at 6:35pm. Add Strictly Come Dancing to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Who is George Clarke? Meet Strictly Come Dancing 2025 contestant and YouTuber
George achieved his highest score so far last week!
George Clarke is speeding things up this weekend on Strictly Come Dancing as he and professional partner Alexis Warr take on a Quickstep. The pair will undoubtedly be on a high after Blackpool, with their Salsa receiving 39 points from the judges, 10 more from their Rumba the weekend before. Following his performance, George Clarke wrote to his fans on X: "Have to say I thoroughly enjoyed that! This week felt like there was a bit of a switch for me in terms of my attack and I just genuinely loved every minute. By no means do I want to take my foot off the gas and I know that’s just one dance (and not a perfect one) but hopefully can keep the ball rolling. Love ya lots x" For those not too clued up on who George Clarke is, scroll on to find out more about the social media sensation as he joins the cast of Strictly Come Dancing 2025. Who is George Clarke? Age: 25 Job: YouTuber Instagram: @georgeclarkeey Partner: Alexis Warr George Clarke, also known as George Clarkey on social media, is a YouTuber, podcaster and social media star with millions of followers online. George first began experimenting with video content as a teenager before he quickly discovered how to connect with people around the world through humour and honesty. Since then, he has built a thriving career through social media, with a devoted audience across YouTube, TikTok and Instagram. He also co-hosts The Useless Hotline Podcast, which is also hugely popular. George Clarke's Strictly journey so far Scoreboard Week 1: American Smooth (6+6+6+6) = 24 Week 2: Paso Doble (7+7+8+8) = 30 Week 3: Couple's Choice (6+8+9+8) = 31 Week 4: Tango (7+8+7+8) = 30 Week 5: Jive (6+7+6+8) = 27 Week 6: Cha Cha (6+7+8+8) = 29 Week 7: Vienesse Waltz (8+8+9+9) = 34 Week 8: Rumba (6+7+8+8) = 29 Week 9: Salsa (9+10+10+10) = 39 What is George Clarke dancing to in Week 10 on Strictly? George and dance partner Alexis will be dancing the Quickstep to I Get a Kick Out of You by Frank Sinatra. What has George Clarke said about Strictly Come Dancing? George Clarke's casting was announcing during BBC Radio 1's Going Home Drivetime Show, with the star answering questions from fans after he was revealed. Speaking of joining the cast, George said: "Never thought I'd say this… but I’m doing Strictly! Honestly, I've got no idea what I'm doing but I'm excited to get stuck in … and potentially fall over a fair bit." Strictly Come Dancing continues on BBC One and iPlayer on Saturday 29th November at 6:35pm. Add Strictly Come Dancing to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Who is Balvinder Sopal? Meet Strictly Come Dancing 2025 contestant and actor
Balvinder is swapping Walford for the dancefloor.
Balvinder Sopal has had a rather tough time on Strictly Come Dancing, but over Blackpool weekend all worries were subsided thanks to the show introducing a no elimination rule following La Voix's exit. Last weekend, Balvinder and her professional partner Julian Caillon scored 33 points, but prior to that, they hadn't achieved higher than 28 for four weeks in a row. Balvinder and Julian previously caught up with RadioTimes.com at the Pride of Britain Awards, revealing that they have taken the time to debrief and bounce back each week. "We're stoked to still be in the competition and we're just gonna really enjoy the week and just have a lot of fun," Julian told RadioTimes.com. As we wait to find out how Balvinder does on the dance floor in the rest of the competition, read on to learn more about the star. Who is Balvinder Sopal? Age: 46 Job: Actress Instagram: @leesopal Partner: Julian Caillon Balvinder Sopal is an actress best known for her role as Suki Panesar-Unwin on EastEnders. She joined the BBC soap in 2020 and has since carved herself out as the head of one of the leading families in Walford. In December 2023, the actress was part of The Six storyline, in which she along with five other ladies of Albert Square found themselves embroiled in a cover up for murder. Across her career, Balvinder has appeared on Emmerdale, Coronation Street, Doctors and Hollyoaks, and voiced Simran Kaur in the radio soap opera Silver Street. In recent years, she was won several awards for her role on EastEnders, having scooped nods for Best Soap Partnership, Inspiring Storyline of the Year and Soap Superstar. Balvinder Sopal's Strictly journey so far Scoreboard Week 1: Samba (4+4+4+5) = 17 Week 2: Charleston (7+8+8+7) = 30 Week 3: Foxtrot (7+7+6+6) = 26 Week 4: Paso Doble (7+7+7+7) = 28 Week 5: Quickstep (7+7+7+7) = 28 Week 6: Rumba (7+7+7+7) = 28 Week 7: Couple's Choice (7+7+7+7) = 28 Week 8: American Smooth (6+7+7+7) = 27 Week 9: (8+8+8+9) = 33 What is Balvinder Sopal dancing to in Week 10 on Strictly? Balvinder and dance partner Julian will be dancing a Jive to Right Back Where We Started From by Maxine Nightingale What has Balvinder Sopal said about Strictly Come Dancing? Balvinder's casting in Strictly Come Dancing was announced live from Albert Square on Good Morning Britain, as she said: "Being on Strictly is a dream that I held on to, with no proof that it would ever happen. "Working on EastEnders and being a part of Strictly Come Dancing is the stuff that dreams are made of. I'm far too excited to put into words how I feel but I’m incredibly excited at the prospect of dancing across the ballroom!" Strictly Come Dancing continues on BBC One and iPlayer on Saturday 29th November at 6:35pm. Add Strictly Come Dancing to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Who is Amber Davies? Meet Strictly Come Dancing 2025 contestant and actress
The actress is embarking on a fresh challenge this week.
Amber Davies and Nikita Kuzmin are upping the tempo this weekend on Strictly Come Dancing, as they take on a Jive. The pair will be looking to reclaim their top spot on the leaderboard after being bumped down following Lewis and Katya's perfect score of 40, but she's certainly not letting that dampen her mood. Following her Blackpool performance, Amber shared a carousel of images from the exciting night, writing: "I will never ever EVER forget the magic of last night." So, just who is Amber Davies? Read on to learn more about the actress as she joins the cast of Strictly Come Dancing 2025. Who is Amber Davies? Age: 28 Job: Actress Instagram: @amb_d Partner: Nikita Kuzmin Amber Davies is an actress and performer, who has carved out an impressive career across London's West End and beyond, having starred in the likes of Pretty Woman, 9 to 5: The Musical and The Great Gatsby. Addressing her musical theatre background following criticism from some members of the public that she has an advantage over her fellow contestants, she insisted that every dancer faces their own unique challenges. "I wanna say I think the ballroom and Latin community know that they are worlds apart from musical theatre," said Davies (via Manchester Evening News). "I do understand where the [argument] comes from because yes, I can perform. But there's a great example. Yesterday, we were doing our American Smooth and even just walking left, right, left, right, brought me to tears, because it's so much more complicated than you can imagine." She rose to fame on Love Island in 2017 and for a while did continue work across TV, having appeared on Pointless Celebrities, Celebrity Ghost Hunt and more recently, Dancing on Ice. In a week of exciting announced, the actress was announced as Elle Woods in the Legally Blonde UK and Ireland tour, which kicks off in Leicester in February 2026. She also hosts the successful podcast Call To Stage, in which she interviews theatre performers across the West End and Broadway. Amber Davies's Strictly journey so far Scoreboard Week 1: Waltz (7+7+7+6) = 27 Week 2: Samba (7+8+8+8) = 31 Week 3: American Smooth (8+9+9+9) = 35 Week 4: Argentine Tango (8+9+8+8) = 33 Week 5: Cha Cha (8+8+8+9) = 33 Week 6: Viennese Waltz (9+9+8+9) = 35 Week 7: Salsa (9+10+9+10) = 38 Week 8: Paso Doble (9+10+9+10) = 38 Week 9: Quickstep (9+9+9+9) = 36 What is Amber Davies dancing to in Week 10 on Strictly? Amber, alongside Nikita Kuzmin, will dance a Jive to Proud Mary by Tina Turner. Who is Amber Davies' boyfriend? Amber Davies has been in a relationship with actor Ben Joyce for three years after they met while starring in Back to the Future on the West End. A graduate from Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts, Ben made his West End debut as Frankie Valli in Jersey Boys and recently starred as Quasimodo in The Hunchback of Notre Dame in Concert. Ben shared his support for Amber on Instagram upon her casting announcement, writing: "Does she ever stop?!! No she doesn't!" What has Amber Davies said about Strictly Come Dancing? Amber noted that it had been "the craziest 24 hours of [her] life" prior to being announced for the show. She added: "I've watched Strictly with my family since I was younger and to now be part of the show is a dream come true. "I’m going to give it my all and I am sending Dani well wishes for a speedy recovery. I hope I do her proud." Strictly Come Dancing continues on BBC One and iPlayer on Saturday 29th November at 6:35pm. Add Strictly Come Dancing to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Great British Sewing Bee Celebrity Christmas Special 2025 finally confirms line-up – including Celebrity Traitors star
With just under a month to go before Christmas Day, the countdown to The Great British Sewing Bee Celebrity Christmas Special is on! This year things will look a little different in the sewing workshop with Sophie Willan joining the series as host for the festive episode. After Christmas, she will stay on as host for the main series, replacing Sara Pascoe who stepped down earlier this year. At the time Tom Davies, executive producer at Love Productions, said: "We are so excited to have Sophie join the Sewing Bee team and we cannot wait to see what she brings to the sewing room." As we get closer to the season of festive specials galore, the BBC has confirmed which famous faces will be looking to impress judges Patrick Grant and Esme Young. Lucy Beaumont (Celebrity Traitors), Anton Du Beke (Strictly Come Dancing), Susan Wokoma (Taskmaster) and Tom Wilson (Gladiators) will test their crafty hands in a series of Yuletide-themed tasks. Though the challenges are yet to be announced, last year's special saw the celebrities put their own individual spin on an advent calendar before making a Christmas costume for a child. Earlier this year, RadioTimes.com caught up with judge Patrick Grant on how he and fellow judge Esme Young come to a decision on who to send home and ultimately crown the champion. Grant revealed that more often than not, he and Young "are on kind of the same wavelength". He explained: "There are two difficulties. There's obviously the difficulty of choosing, in my head, my order, and then there is the difficulty of squaring that with the order that Esme has in her head. That one is less difficult because, as I say, we are mostly on the same wavelength." The Great British Sewing Bee Celebrity Christmas Special will air later this year. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Classic '00s EastEnders star confirmed for Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special
The Anthony Trueman actor joins three previously announced celebrities on the festive line-up.
EastEnders star Nicholas Bailey has been confirmed as the fourth celebrity to take part in the Strictly Come Dancing 2025 Christmas special. This Christmas, Bailey will be swapping Albert Square for the Strictly ballroom and will be dancing the night away alongside professional partner Luba Mushtuk. Bailey is best known to EastEnders fans for his role as Dr Anthony Trueman, who first arrived in Walford 25 years ago. He appeared as a series regular until 2003, making several guest appearances over the years and before returning for a current stint in 2025. His other acting credits include Death in Paradise, Casualty, The Archers, Coronation Street and Miranda. Outside of television, Bailey has performed on stage across the UK and in the West End, including Dream Girls and Agatha Christie's The Mousetrap. Bailey said: "I'm really excited to be doing this, almost as excited as my wife and daughters are! Hopefully I’ll do them, Albert Square and Luba proud. Bring on the dancefloor." Bailey joins the previously announced Scarlett Moffatt, Melanie Blatt and Jodie Ounsley in Strictly’s festive line-up, with the final two celebrities taking part due to be announced this week on Strictly: It Takes Two. This festive special will see hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman oversee the festivities for the final time, while judges Shirley Ballas, Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse and Anton Du Beke will be on hand to dish out their words of encouragement – or criticism. Read more: Strictly presenting job 'ruled out' by ITV favourite Strictly's Tess Daly put on the spot at Blackpool with question on show future The Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special 2025 will air on BBC One and BBC iPlayer this Christmas. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Love Is Blind UK casting producer reveals efforts to bring everyone’s love stories to the screen – and why diversity matters in all areas of TV
"Love comes in different forms, different shells, and everyone can have their happily ever after."
Casting a television series is no easy feat, especially one millions of people will tune into and, often, see themselves in. Love Is Blind is something of a cultural phenomenon, with its premise rather unorthodox from the many romantic reality series audiences know and love. For those unfamiliar with the social experiment, single men and women search for love and get engaged – all without ever having seen each other in person. The idea behind the show is that singletons put aside ideas of their "type" and get to know someone emotionally first, before testing if their physical connection matches up. From both UK seasons that have aired thus far, the cast is complete with people from all walks of life, who are dotted all around the UK and Ireland, and who are hoping to find their perfect match. Vivian Eguridu, who is part of this year's BAFTA Breakthrough cohort, worked as a senior casting producer on Love Is Blind UK season 1, which introduced audiences to the love stories of Nicole and Benaiah and Bobby and Jasmine. When it came to casting the first iteration of Love Is Blind UK, Eguridu explained she and the team "look for everyone," and when the final cast is locked in, they "look at things like people's attachment styles, what they're kind of after, [and] we try to make sure everyone has a fighting chance". She exclusively told RadioTimes.com: "But I really wanted to highlight people from diverse backgrounds as well, especially Black women. [To show] that you can fall in love too. "Sometimes love feels like it's only available to a certain type of woman on screen, and you see that on the telly. And I just was like, 'That's just not fair,' Because it's like, where's our love story? We deserve our happy ever after too. "And I think I just wanted to really platform that by the types of people we cast. So it was just also showing that love comes in different forms, different shells, and everyone can have their happily ever after as well." Thankfully, it wasn't difficult to ensure these were stories that could be told, with Eguridu praising the leadership at CPL Productions, the company behind Love Is Blind UK. She told RadioTimes.com: "One thing about me is that sometimes I am actually the only diverse person in the room that I'm in, especially these senior rooms. "But what I found with Love Is Blind, which was really good, is that we have an amazing executive producer who's also diverse. "It really taught me [that] when you have a leadership at the top that's diverse, it trickles down through the thought process of when it comes in every department. "So it was one of the first shows I felt like I didn't actually have to always fight and be the voice of every single person of colour, because I had someone at the helm who really understood about diversity, and saw people as humans, not just the colour of their skin or the box that they need to tick." Alongside Love Is Blind UK, Eguridu has also led the casting and welfare teams for the likes of Squid Game: The Challenge, Love Island and First Dates. Across all of those programmes, audiences have watched on as different people are introduced and anecdotes are being shared about their lives – and it's through a diverse group of cast members that audiences can become privy to all kinds of conversations, which is also at the forefront of Eguridu's casting process. The casting producer told RadioTimes.com: "Have you ever just watched a TV show or just watched a certain scene, and you're like, the same story is being told by the same person. And I just thought to myself, why cut yourself off from the richness? It's almost like eating one flavour of chocolate or something. "You can have an assortment of stories, and they're also enriched, and they also cross over as well. And I think with casting, you also need to see every single person is a human, and they all have a story to tell, but they've also walked a very unique path. No two people have walked the same path so whenever I speak to people [whether it's] commissioners or even the execs, it's like, let's enrich the story. Let's try something new. Let's tell a different perspective because you'll be so surprised what people can gain from that. "Sometimes people feel like they can only relate to people that look like them. And actually, you'll be amazed that if you actually just take that away, you can connect with someone on multiple different levels. It's not only by what they look like. You can relate by backgrounds, or, let's say, social economic class or even areas growing up, you find common ground and that is what helps us as humanity heal." Eguridu shared further that if a story with one perspective is shared continuously on television, not everyone can connect with it, which goes against the desired outcome when casting a show. She added: "That's the whole point of casting – telling different stories, different versions, and creating common ground so we can actually kind of just be more united. "That's the way I view casting, because I come from a diverse background, so it doesn't mean I can't relate to a white lady on screen or a white guy on the screen, you just need to find the common ground. "But you need to have a variety of those stories for people to connect with and I think that's what I'm trying to do with casting, essentially." The BAFTA Breakthrough UK programme is an initiative supported by Netflix, which showcases and helps accelerate the careers of the next generation of film, fames and TV talent. The full list of this year's BAFTA Breakthrough UK cohort is as follows: Akinola Davies Jr - director/co-writer (My Father's Shadow) Alderney Middleton - series producer (Maddie + Triggs) Cara Ellison – writer/ narrative designer (Ghost Town) Ellis Howard - performer (What It Feels Like for a Girl) Jodie-Simone Howe - costume designer (Mr Loverman) Kyle Banks -director (Farewell North) Laura Carreira - director/writer (On Falling) Marie-Elena Dyche - producer (Harvest) Mark Choi – composer (Empire of the Ants) Matthew Gurney - performer (Reunion) Megumi Inman - co-director/producer (Atomic People) Nathalie Pitters - director of photography (Brian and Maggie) Nathaniel Price - writer/associate producer (Mr Loverman) Olaide Sadiq - director (Grenfell: Uncovered) Owen Tooth - director (EastEnders) Pinny Grylls - director/writer/editor (Grand Theft Hamlet) Sally Beaumont - lead voice actor/script consultant (Old Skies) Stanley Baxton - solo developer (Latex, Leather, Lipstick, Love, Lust) Stephanie Taylor - composer (The Search For Nicola Bulley) Vivian Eguridu - series casting producer (Love Is Blind UK series 1) Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. 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The Big Quiz pitting Coronation Street vs Emmerdale gets confirmed release date on ITV1
Coronation Street and Emmerdale are going head-to-head once more in an epic quiz show, which ITV has promised will be bigger than ever before. The Big Quiz: Coronation Street v Emmerdale returns this Christmas, with Stephen Mulhern confirmed to host the annual quiz. This year, the special episode will feature two returning soap legends as well as a special crossover Corriedale round! Soap fans can expect hilarious moments, larger teams and good old-fashioned rivalry, hitting screens on Monday 15th December at 9pm on ITV1 and ITVX. Captaining the teams again this year are Coronation Street's Jack P Shepherd (David Platt) and Emmerdale's Mark Charnock (Marlon Dingle). Alongside their teammates, they will battle it out to see who knows more about this year's storylines, but which soap will reign supreme? There has been plenty of drama on both the cobbles of Weatherfield and the Yorkshire Dales. On Coronation Street, Rob Donovan (Marc Baylis) returned and made his sister Carla's life a living hell, causing friction between her and partner Lisa Swain (Vicky Myers). Elsewhere, Kevin Webster's cancer diagnosis sparked the arrival of Carl Webster who has since embarked on an affair with Abi. And newcomers Mick and Lou joined the street, revealing shocking secrets from Kit's past – which was certainly an explosive watch for fans. Elsewhere on Emmerdale, April Windsor's disappearance continued to send shockwaves through the village. Thankfully for Marlon, she was found, but there wasn't a dry eye for viewers when they saw her time living on the streets. The introduction of evil John Sugden has been pivotal in Emmerdale's storylines this year too, with him taking the lives of some residents... The Big Quiz: Coronation Street v Emmerdale returns on Monday 15th December at 9pm on ITV1 and ITVX. Add Coronation Street and Emmerdale to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
What happened to Morgan Duncan? True story behind Netflix's Missing: Dead or Alive
Morgan Duncan's case is explored in Netflix's Missing: Dead or Alive?.
A second instalment of Missing: Dead or Alive? has been released on Netflix, following officers from the Richland County Sheriff’s Department Missing Persons Unit in South Carolina. The four-part series follows investigators as they search for people in the immediate aftermath of their disappearances, providing long-awaited answers to family members. As the series dives into missing persons cases, audiences will see how officers tackle the ins and outs of each investigation and discuss how working on missing and kidnapping cases has impacted their lives. The first episode follows the officers as they examine the disappearance of Morgan Duncan, which has a devastating outcome for his family members. Read on to learn more about what happened to Morgan Duncan, as explored in Missing: Dead or Alive? on Netflix. Who is Morgan Duncan? Morgan Duncan was a 27-year-old father of two who disappeared from his home in 2023 in South Carolina. As explored in the Netflix documentary, multiple people described Duncan as a "nice guy" but hadn't heard or seen him in quite some time. Investigators grew increasingly concerned as Duncan was in need of his medication and it was "unlike" him to disappear. At the time of his disappearance, Morgan Duncan had been diagnosed with schizophrenia and had been missing for months. What happened to Morgan Duncan? Law enforcement at Richland County Sheriff's Department discovered Morgan Duncan's remains in a woodland area in 2024. According to investigators, Morgan Duncan was killed over a dispute about drug debt of $300. Law enforcement uncovered that Duncan was strangled during an argument about money he allegedly owed for drugs. Witnesses who lived in an apartment building told investigators they saw Eric Greene strangle Duncan. Who is Eric Greene? Eric Greene is the man convicted of Morgan Duncan's death and was a local drug dealer in the area of Columbia, South Carolina. Where is Eric Greene now? In July 2025, circuit Judge Jocelyn Newman sentenced Greene to 57 years in prison. Greene did not testify but denied the charges made against him. Greene addressed the court prior to his sentencing and said: "I told my lawyers, I'm like, 'I want to testify.' They told me it wouldn't be a good idea. But now I'm glad that I get to at least speak my peace because I did not do nothing wrong." Greene is currently serving his sentence in the South Carolina Department of Corrections. Missing: Dead or Alive seasons 1 and 2 are available to watch on Netflix now. Sign up for Netflix from £5.99 a month. Netflix is also available on Sky Glass and Virgin Media Stream. Check out more of our Documentaries coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Love Island All Stars 2026 rumoured contestants: Who could return?
Despite being in the thick of winter, rumours have already begun about who could appear in the upcoming Love Island: All Stars series. Earlier this year, ITV confirmed that a third instalment of All Stars would air in 2026, with an extended version to come. Instead of five weeks, the Islanders will spend six weeks in the villa, and will once more feature Islanders from past series, though official details on who will take part are yet to be confirmed. But whose names have been thrown into the mix? Read on to find out who is rumoured to take part in All Stars 2026... Love Island All Stars 2026 cast: Who could enter the villa? The following people have been rumoured and speculated to be entering... Millie Court Curtis Pritchard Casey O'Gorman Harrison Solomon Andrada Pop Read on to learn more about the rumoured contestants. Millie Court Age: 29 Instagram: @milliegracecourt First appeared: Season 7 (2021) Millie Court first appeared on Love Island in 2021 and went on to win the programme alongside former boyfriend Liam Reardon. Despite the pair splitting up in 2022, they reunited but have since broken up once more. The Daily Mail has reported that Millie is "ready to start dating again and couldn't resist the opportunity to return to the villa". However, shortly after reports emerged, Millie shared on Snapchat (via Closer): "Why do the press just chat absolute f**in b*****ks". So it remains to be seen if she is truly going into the villa... Curtis Pritchard Age: 29 Instagram: @curtispritchard12 First appeared: Season 5 (2019) Curtis Pritchard is a rather memorable contestant in Love Island history, particularly when it comes to his desire to wake up and make coffee for his fellow Islanders each morning. He first appeared on the show in 2019 and came in fourth place alongside Maura Higgins. In recent years, Curtis has appeared on Love Island Games and the most recent series of All Stars, in which he came in third place alongside former winner Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu. "He knows some people will scoff about this being his third time in the villa, but he thinks it could be fourth time lucky," a source claimed to The Sun. Will Curtis prove it is fourth time lucky? Casey O'Gorman Age: 29 Instagram: @caseyogorman First appeared: Season 9 (2023) Casey O'Gorman is quite the mainstay when it comes to Love Island. He first appeared on the main series in 2023, before starring in both seasons of All Stars and, more recently, Love Island Games season 2. Maybe it could be fifth time lucky? Away from Love Island, Casey has also been a cast member on Made in Chelsea. Harrison Solomon Age: 22 Instagram: @hj_solomon First appeared: Season 12 (2025) Harrison Solomon appeared on Love Island this summer and bowed out in quite dramatic fashion. He appeared as a bombshell and struck up a romance with Toni Laites, but it was Casa Amor bombshell Lauren Wood who caught his eye. When Lauren was dumped from the villa, Harrison followed after her the following day and while they continued a relationship on the outside, they ultimately called it quits. An insider told The Sun: “The break-up is still very fresh, but Harrison knows that there is a limited window to take these opportunities and he is keen for another go in the villa." Will more chaos await? Andrada Pop Age: 27 Instagram: @_andradapop First appeared: Season 12 (2025) Andrada Pop appeared on the most recent series of Love Island, having joined the cast as a Casa Amor bombshell. While Dejon caught her eye in the villa, she ultimately coupled up with Ben Holbrough, and they left the villa hand-in-hand. Though their romance wasn't very long and they split shortly after leaving the show. She previously told The Sun: "I would definitely do it! I didn't find love this time round, so would definitely be up for giving it another go." Love Island: All Stars returns in 2026. Add Love Island: All Stars to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Celebrity Apprentice 2025 cast: Confirmed line-up
A wealth of names have now been confirmed as taking part.
Earlier this year, viewers flocked to BBC One every Thursday night to see who Lord Sugar would fire next on The Apprentice. There will soon be more drama to come, however, as a celebrity version makes its way to screens. To mark the show's 20th anniversary, the two-part instalment will air as a Christmas special in aid of Children In Need. It's been six years since the last Celebrity spin-off of the beloved show. This year will see the 12 candidates head to snowy Lapland in Finland to create a seasonal biscuit. The celebs will then have to pitch their biscuit to UK retailers who will actually then sell the biscuit across stores in the UK, a first in the show's history. So ahead of the first episode, read on to learn more about the confirmed celebrity cast. Celebrity Apprentice confirmed line-up The contestants confirmed for Celebrity Apprentice include the following: Rob Rinder Jake Wood Eddie Kadi JB Gill Thomas Skinner Matt Morsia AJ Odudu Kadeena Cox Charlie Hedges Sarah Hadland Shazia Mirza Angela Scanlon Rob Rinder Age: 46 Job: Barrister and TV personality Instagram: @robrinder Rob Rinder is a criminal barrister and TV personality who plenty will recognise from ITV's reality series Judge Rinder. Following his rise to fame, Rinder has released a number of books including The Trial, The Suspect and The Protest, which is due to be released later this year. His other TV work includes Strictly Come Dancing, Who Do You Think You Are?, Celebrity Gogglebox and more recently, Rob and Rylan's Grand Tour. Jake Wood Age: 52 Job: Actor Instagram: @mrjakewood Jake Wood is an actor best known for his role as Max Branning in EastEnders. He appeared on the show from 2006 until his departure in 2021, and while plenty of fans are calling for his return, they will have to contend with a different BBC show in the meantime. Since leaving EastEnders, Wood leant his voice to 2023 horror movie Wolf Garden, however now largely focuses on his art work. Eddie Kadi Age: 41 Job: Comedian Instagram: @comeddiekadi Eddie Kadi is a comedian and radio presenter, and he currently hosts the Official UK Afrobeats Charts Show on BBC Radio 1Xtra. He recently appeared on Strictly Come Dancing where he was paired with Karen Hauer. They were the fourth couple to be eliminated from the competition. Earlier this year, Kadi co-presented the MOBO Awards alongside former Love Islander Indiyah Polack. Currently, he is in the Australian jungle taking part in I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! JB Gill Age: 38 Job: Singer Instagram: @jbgill JB Gill is a singer best known for being a member of JLS. JB was recently on TV screens during 2024's Strictly Come Dancing, in which he was paired with Amy Dowden and, later, Lauren Oakley. The pair made it to the final but missed out on lifting the Glitterball to comedian Chris McCausland. Beyond JLS and Strictly, Gill has appeared on Countryfile, The Jump and Celebrity MasterChef. Thomas Skinner Age: 34 Job: Businessman Instagram: @iamthomskinner Thomas Skinner is a returnee to the boardroom, having risen to fame during his appearance on The Apprentice in 2019. Since then, he has gone on to appear on 8 Out of 10 Cats and Celebrity MasterChef. He was a contestant on this year's Strictly Come Dancing where he was partnered with Amy Dowden before being the first person eliminated. He now regularly shares content across social media, having become popular for his "bosh" catchphrase. Matt Morsia Age: 39 Job: YouTuber Instagram: @mattdoesfitness Matt Morsia is a YouTuber and TV personality who many will know as Legend from the BBC's rebooted Gladiators. AJ Odudu Age: 37 Job: TV presenter Instagram: @ajodudu AJ Odudu is a TV presenter, who first rose to fame when presenting Big Brother's Bit on the Side in 2013 alongside Rylan Clark and Emma Willis. Nowadays, she is the host of Big Brother and Celebrity Big Brother alongside Will Best, with the latest season having just concluded this month. Kadeena Cox Age: 34 Job: Athlete Instagram: @kad21 Kadeena Cox is a Paralympian who has competed for Great Britain in both athletics and cycling. Outside of her sporting career, Kadeena has appeared on I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! and Celebrity MasterChef. Charlie Hedges Age: 38 Job: Radio DJ Instagram: @charliehedgesdj Charlie Hedges is a radio DJ. Many will recognise her voice as one part of Rickie, Melvin and Charlie on BBC Radio 1. Prior to their BBC move, the trio hosted the breakfast show on KISS for 10 years. Sarah Hadland Age: 53 Job: Actress Instagram: @hadderstime Sarah Hadland is an actress best known for her role as Stevie Sutton in the BBC sitcom Miranda from 2009 to 2015, as well as Trish in The Job Lot from 2013 to 2015. In 2024, Sarah appeared on Strictly Come Dancing and with her partner Vito Coppola, they made it all the way to the final but missed out on lifting the Glitterball to Chris McCausland and Dianne Buswell. Shazia Mirza Age: 50 Job: Comedian Instagram: @theshaziamirza Shazia Mirza is a comedian and actress, best known for her stand-up comedy and TV work on programmes such as Loose Women and Celebrity MasterChef. Over her career, Mirza has toured successful comedy shows The Kardashians Made Me Do It, With Love From St Tropez and Coconut, which was nominated for best stand-up tour at Channel 4’s National Comedy Awards. Angela Scanlon Age: 41 Job: TV presenter Instagram: @angelascanlon Angela Scanlon is an Irish television presenter, who first began her career in journalism and styling before moving into TV. She began her UK TV career as the new presenter of Robot Wars, while also presenting documentaries for the BBC. In 2023, Scanlon appeared on Strictly Come Dancing and alongside her partner Carlos Gu, the pair made it to week nine of the competition. The Celebrity Apprentice is coming to BBC One and iPlayer this Christmas. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Who is Aitch? Meet I'm a Celebrity 2025 contestant and rapper
The rapper cancelled gigs to appear on the ITV series.
The nights are getting darker and Ant and Dec are nowhere to be found in the UK, so that can only mean one thing: I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here is back! Returning for a 25th series on ITV, the series welcomes 10 celebrities who have certainly already been put through their paces in the famed Australian jungle, where they've been stripped of their luxuries and contact with the outside world. Amongst the line-up this year is rapper Aitch, who isn't to be confused with Ian 'H' Watkins from Steps. Aitch has already established himself as one of the fav favourites in camp this year, especially thanks to his existing friendship with fellow cast mate Angry Ginge. Aitch was selected by the public to take part in the second trial of this year's season called Doomsday Bunker where he found an impressive seven stars. But just who is Aitch? Read on to learn more about the musician ahead of I'm a Celebrity 2025. Who is Aitch? Age: 25 Job: Rapper Instagram: @aitch Aitch, real name Harrison James Armstrong, is a rapper who rose to fame in 2018. He released his debut studio album in 2022, which reached number two on the UK Albums Chart and has since released 20 Top 10 singles in the UK. Phobias: "I don’t have any phobias but I am not looking forward to eating or drinking anything I don’t want to." Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle? "I want people to understand I am not just a stereotypical obnoxious rapper who you can’t approach." Best and worst attributes: "I’d like to think I am going to make everyone feel at home and comfortable. I will bring energy to the jungle. My worst? I am a terrible snorer. I even snore in a Northern accent!" Dream camper: "I wouldn’t say he is my hero, but someone who would make the jungle a million times easier – and don’t ask me why, as I don’t have that answer – is Snoop Dogg." What has Aitch said about joining I'm a Celebrity 2025? Aitch admitted he cancelled gigs to take part in the show, and said: "On a personal Harrison level, this show is something I grew up watching in our house. It would almost be disrespectful to say ‘no’. Why would I not do it? "On an Aitch level, I feel like I have got this calling to raise awareness for Down Syndrome and I feel that’s the perfect place. Also, you don’t always want to be stuck in the same world forever. "You can branch out and do other things. You don’t have to stick to the code (rap world), because you think that’s cool. I did have to cancel some gigs for it. But you are never going to branch out if you do the same thing all the time." I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! returns on Sunday 16th November on ITV1 and ITVX. Add I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Who is Angry Ginge? Meet I'm a Celebrity 2025 contestant and content creator
He'll miss football and streaming while in the I'm a Celebrity camp.
It's time to head back Down Under as I'm a Celebrity has returned with a new line-up of celebrities who have left their lives of luxury behind for the Australian jungle. Some of the celebs taking part include Ruby Wax and Martin Kemp, as well as content creator Angry Ginge. The YouTuber has already established himself as one of the fav favourites in camp this year, especially thanks to his existing friendship with fellow cast mate, rapper Aitch. Angry Ginge was selected by the public to take part in the first ever trial of this year's season, an eating challenge, alongside famed American comedian Ruby Wax, with the duo winning a whopping 10 stars But just who is Angry Ginge? Read on to find out more about the I'm a Celebrity 2025 contestant. Who is Angry Ginge? Age: 23 Job: Media personality Instagram: @angryginge13 Angry Ginge is a streamer and YouTuber who many will know from his football-related content, particularly based around FIFA. Over the course of his social media career, Angry Ginge has amassed over 1.3 million followers on Twitch and over 800,000 subscribers on YouTube, which has seen him nominated for the Best Sports Streamer award in 2024. He has also taken part in reality competition show Inside, and participated in Soccer Aid and the Sidemen Charity Match. Phobias: "I am not a big fan of spiders." Biggest misconception you want to dispel in the jungle? "Nothing I can think of. As I stream eight hours every day, people see me from as soon as I wake up until as soon as I go to bed!" Best and worst attributes: "I'd like to think I'm good at communication, making sure everyone is okay. My worst attribute? I do snore!" Dream camper: "Wayne Rooney. He is a very funny guy." What is Angry Ginge's real name? Despite his online persona, Angry Ginge is not his real name. The streamer's name is actually Morgan Burtwistle. Read more: Big Brother 2025 cast: Confirmed line-up of housemates Celebrity Traitors renewed for a second season as BBC reveals huge impact on Scotland What has Angry Ginge said about joining I'm a Celebrity 2025? Angry Ginge said it was an "immediate yes" when he was approached to take part in I'm a Celebrity, admitting it was a "bucket list item" for him. "I've watched the show on the sofa with my mum ever since I was a kid," he said. "To take part in it this year is something I couldn’t pass up on. “But my whole life is spent on the phone. I’ve been away once for a week. And so, two to three weeks without it is going to be very educational to see how I will do!" I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! airs every night on ITV1 and ITVX. Add I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Eight production secrets from behind the scenes of Wicked: For Good
The sequel's sets are an impressive feat from production designer Nathan Crowley.
Wicked: For Good is finally in cinemas, providing an epic conclusion to the beloved story of the Witches of Oz. Aside from the musical accompaniment and impressive costumes, what makes both Wicked movies so striking is their sets, from the famous Yellow Brick Road to The Emerald City, all of which were deeply thought out in order to bring them to life. Ahead of the release of Wicked: For Good, RadioTimes.com sat down with the movie's production designer, Nathan Crowley, who shared how he and his team were able to make a truly extravagant set, bringing Oz to life in cinemas and homes worldwide. Before you transport yourself to Oz (or after), read on to learn more about just how the sets came together for both movies. 1. Wicked: For Good features a more epic set The set of Wicked was impressive, even if just Shiz University and The Emerald City were singled out, yet Crowley explained For Good is "much more epic". He told RadioTimes.com: "The second one is much more epic… we have to define Oz as a much bigger place It's telling a much bigger story in For Good." 2. The introduction of three towers in The Emerald City View oEmbed on the source website In the first movie, just The Wizard's Tower was seen, but For Good features two more to show Madame Morrible and Glinda's sudden power in Oz. Crowley said: "I really enjoy the three towers. They represent stories. The Wizard's Tower, which we saw in the first film for Defying Gravity. Then we have Madame Morrible's tower, which is the propaganda tower. And then we have Glinda's tower." 3. Glinda's apartment was one of the most complicated sets to build The only home of Glinda's shown in the first film is her university room she shares with Elphaba, but in For Good, audiences will get a closer look at her apartment, which Crowley explained needed "a dual purpose". View oEmbed on the source website "Design wise, we needed to build out Glinda's apartment, but it also had a dual purpose – because it's a very important story point that she's giving up all this privilege," he shared. "She's looking at her reflection and not liking what she sees. She's having a conversation with herself using mirrors. So Jon [M Chu] wanted to really use mirrors to question who she was and what she has to give up. Mirrors is hard… it's probably one of the most complicated sets we've built." 4. Dorothy's farmhouse couldn't be toyed with too much Dorothy's farmhouse is shown in For Good, but not much could be changed from the original. "Dorothy's house is a slice of Americana," Crowley explained. "I know it belongs in Andrew Wyeth paintings. I know its Midwestern. So I know there's a language there that I can't veer off, and you shouldn't veer off, because we have to tell you the most famous flying house... we have to land that visually without question." 5. Finding the right shade of yellow for the Yellow Brick Road View oEmbed on the source website Perhaps one of the most well-known sets in cinema is the Yellow Brick Road, and it was important the production design team had just the right shade to bring it to life. Crowley told RadioTimes.com: "Finding the yellow [was difficult] because we're inside and we're on location with it, because we're doing things practically. So the yellow on the sound stage is slightly different to yellow out on location, because sunlight [is different] to stage light. We have to use different glazes and different yellows, and it's a lot of trial and error. And we sat and looked at enormous amount of yellows!" 6. There were actually 10 million tulips planted In the first Wicked movie, a tulip field near King's Lynn in Norfolk was featured as a backdrop to Munchkinland, with a whopping nine million bloomed for the blockbuster. Except, actually 10 million were planted! Crowley revealed: "We had to hide the yellow tulips in the field next door – three fields over. We actually planted 10 million tulips, nine coloured and one giant field of yellows." 7. Building Kiamo Ko View oEmbed on the source website Kiamo Ko is a large castle that is home to Elphaba, and is where she has her final stand-off with Dorothy in the original novels. Speaking of bringing that to life, Crowley said: "I knew I wanted to make the castle into a floating castle. So how do you put that into Ozian architecture and use that fantasy trope of the castles in the sky? What's our version of that? We found the battlements and the fact we could levitate the top to the base and really get away with it." 8. Elphaba's lair was handwoven Elphaba's lair is another new location shown in For Good, and a lot of detail went into creating the Winky forest where she resides. "When we get to Elphaba's lair, we understand that the mother tree of the Ozian and Winky forests in the West are so old and twisted, they're holding her like a piece of sculpture," Crowley explained. "We actually weaved that set out of branches. My greens department brought all this flexible wood, we piled tons of it, and they slowly wove it together and twisted it. It was really down to about four or five weavers who wove that whole set!" Wicked: For Good is out in UK cinemas now. Check out more of our Film coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Who is La Voix? Meet Strictly Come Dancing 2025 contestant and performer
After a not-so-spectacular night in Week 7 which saw La Voix and professional partner Aljaž Škorjanec in the dance off, the pair were able to claw their way back up the leaderboard last weekend. They performed a dance of their choice to Don't Rain on My Parade by Barbra Streisand and were awarded an impressive 33 points for their efforts, La Voix's second highest score of the competition so far! Despite this win, it has been confirmed that La Voix will not be performing this c0ming weekend in the iconic Blackpool ballroom. As we wait two weeks to see La Voix again, scroll on to learn more about the glamorous celebrity as she joins the Strictly Come Dancing class of 2025. Who is La Voix? Age: 45 Job: Performer Instagram: @lavoixtheshow Partner: Aljaž Škorjanec La Voix is a performer and singer, who rose to fame after appearing on Britain's Got Talent and Queen of the Universe. She gained further notoriety when she took part in RuPaul's Drag Race UK in 2024 and placed as runner-up. Her many accolades include gracing the silver screen in the comedy Absolutely Fabulous: The Movie as well as her live show, La Voix Meets, in which she has interviewed the likes of Dawn French, Joanna Lumley and Su Pollard. She has also performed for the Royal Family at their exclusive New Year's Eve ball two years running! As well as bringing La Voix further to life, performer Chris Dennis is excited for viewers to see the real him beyond the make-up and glamour. La Voix's Strictly journey so far Scoreboard Week 1: American Smooth (6+6+6+6) = 24 Week 2: Jive (4+5+5+5) = 19 Week 3: Waltz (7+7+7+7) = 28 Week 4: Cha Cha (3+4+2+5) = 14 Week 5: Salsa (6+7+7+8) = 28 Week 6: Paso Doble (8+9+9+9) = 35 Week 7: Foxtrot (6+8+7+8) = 29 Week 8: Couple's Choice (7+8+9+9) = 33 Why isn’t La Voix performing on Strictly this weekend? It has been confirmed that La Voix and dance partner Aljaž Škorjanec will not be performing on Strictly this weekend due to injury. La Voix said: "It is with immense sadness that I have to withdraw from this weekend's Strictly Come Dancing shows in Blackpool. Due to an injury, I've been advised that I'm unable to perform, and my heart truly breaks knowing I won't be dancing in such an iconic venue." A Strictly spokesperson added: "Due to injury, La Voix has been advised by doctors to rest and, as a result, will not dance in this weekend's Blackpool specials. In line with the rules of Strictly Come Dancing, La Voix and Aljaž will receive a bye through to next week when it is hoped they will be able to dance again. We wish La Voix the very best for a speedy recovery." What has La Voix said about Strictly Come Dancing 2025? La Voix's casting was revealed on The Scott Mills Breakfast Show on BBC Radio 2, and she said: "I've performed for royalty, RuPaul and Simon Cowell, but nothing fills me with more excitement (and quite a bit of terror) than the thought of dancing in front of millions on live Saturday night TV. "Strictly is a national institution and I can't wait to get started. All that's left to say is: good luck to my partner! Here's hoping they can help me go from La Voix into La Danse." Strictly Come Dancing continues on BBC One and iPlayer on Saturday 22nd November at 6:45pm. Add Strictly Come Dancing to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Dame Helen Mirren and Gavin & Stacey icon confirmed for The Repair Shop 2025 Christmas special with an historical twist
It's the most wonderful time of the year!
The Repair Shop is returning this festive period and is opening its doors to some very special Christmas guests. Dame Helen Mirren, Julia Donaldson and Rob Brydon will all visit the experts to get treasures mended and fixed in time for Christmas. Mirren will be bringing a beloved cello dating back to the Second World War. The instrument belongs to Denville Hall, a care home for people who have worked in the entertainment industry, which the acting legend is a loyal supporter of. The cello was left to Denville Hall by theatre director Martin Landau, who had fled his home country of Germany on the Kinder transport. Sadly, the cello was broken by the Nazis before he was able to get on the train. The cello has not been played in over 80 years, and the care home would love to have it restored so that it can be used alongside the piano they have to perform Christmas songs, uniting their elderly residents. Mirren will look to expert Becky Houghton to help give the cello some much needed care. She said: "Denville Hall is a very special place and we’ve long talked about repairing Martin’s cello. As you can imagine to be able to restore the voice of his prized possession and hear it play once more’ will be the greatest Christmas gift for the community at Denville Hall." Elsewhere, Julia Donaldson and Rob Brydon are seeking a repair to a toy farmhouse that was given to Julia by her grandmother. The toy farm was played with by Julia and her sister and is full of childhood memories, as well as being an inspiration for the setting of some of her books. Furniture restorer Will Kirk and ceramics expert Kirsten Ramsay will get busy bringing the farm back to life to inspire the next generation. The children's author is gifting the farmhouse to Chestnut Tree House, a children's hospice which Julia has a longstanding relationship with and where she has performed many of her stories. Donaldson said: "Bringing stories alive through play is such a special part of childhood. My sister and I spent many happy hours making up stories around the farmyard and the thought of having it restored and shared and enjoyed once again with many more children means a lot to me. I am very grateful to Will and Kirsten and Rob and I can't wait to see how it turns out." In addition to the repairs of the celebrity guests, the team will be repairing a life size mechanical Rudolph, which belongs to Leicestershire Fire service. The team will also restore a battered and broken sledge that has seen 80 years of service for a family from Northern Ireland, and a dilapidated carol book that has played a central role in a little known but much celebrated local tradition in Sheffield. Julie Shaw, Commissioning Editor for BBC Factual said of this year's special: "Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year, and this year's Christmas special of The Repair Shop is guaranteed to be magical. Full of warmth that audiences have come to know and love from The Repair Shop experts, it’s a real treat for audiences to sit back, relax and enjoy, and maybe even shed a tear or two this Christmas." The Repair Shop Christmas special will air later this year. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Claudia Winkleman wasn't first choice to host The Traitors UK - BBC content boss reveals who was
The series could've looked very different...
Picturing The Traitors UK without Claudia Winkleman doesn't seem right, but it could've well been the case, the BBC has revealed. The Traitors first launched on BBC One in 2022 and has since gone on to break viewing records, particularly with its celebrity iteration, with its finale watched by an impressive 11.1 million viewers on the night. While the action and drama plays a key role in making it impeccable TV viewing, Claudia Winkleman's choice of Traitors, devilish outfits and authority as host truly makes it an impressive watch. But as recently confirmed by the BBC's Chief Content Officer, Kate Phillips, Winkleman wasn't the first choice of host. In fact, Phillips initially had her eye on Alan Cumming to helm the series. Speaking on The Rest Is Entertainment podcast, Phillips told hosts Richard Osman and Marina Hyde that, when it came to choosing a host, Cumming was initially thought of as the right fit as he had recently signed to do the US series. She said: "So I thought Alan is known here and he's a popular Scottish actor so we did actually ask Alan if he would do it, but he couldn't do it with our dates because America were filming first and he had another job so he couldn't do it. "So then we were thinking who else? Studio Lambert had a good list of names and I just thought Claudia because I'd worked with her on Strictly. And the thing about Claudia on Strictly is that she's brilliant on that show but she's brilliant because she's interested in people. More than the dancing, she's about the people and the contestants and what's happening." Phillips explained that she rang Winkleman, who initially was unsure about the idea of leaving her house to film in the countryside, and told her she'd ask the production company to send her a copy of the Dutch version, to see what she thought. "She watched that and she was in straight away." You can watch the full interview below. View oEmbed on the source website If the box above is not showing, you may need to change your privacy settings. In the Radio Times site footer, click ‘Manage Privacy Settings’. Under ‘Site Vendors’, consent to ‘YouTube’, then press Save & Exit. The Traitors seasons 1-3 and the celebrity edition are available to watch on catch-up on BBC iPlayer. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what else is on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Celebrity Race Across the World airs Roman Kemp candidly speaking about his mental health struggles and coming off antidepressants
Roman Kemp and sister Harleymoon had a heart-to-heart in a recent Celebrity Race Across the World episode.
Roman Kemp opened up about his mental health struggles in a candid conversation with his sister Harleymoon during the latest episode of Celebrity Race Across the World. Tonight's episode (20th November) saw the teams embark on their race again as they head to leave El Salvador to reach their third checkpoint, the colonial mountain town of Valle de Angeles in Honduras. Pushing on were sibling duo Roman and Harleymoon Kemp, who took a break after a day of travelling. As they made a pit stop at a beach bar, Roman shared he couldn't fathom that, despite being on the race and needing a place to sleep, Harleymoon was still able to keep positive and in the mindset of being on holiday. Harleymoon explained she tries to "actively be happy", leading Roman to admit it was a trait he was "jealous" of. He told Harleymoon: "You feel it as a choice that you feel happy because I always think you were born with, like, a happy level that's here [gestures highly] and my ceiling was like here [gestures lower]. "Even with my tablets I can't fully get there [higher gesture], do you get what I mean?" In a testimonial to the cameras, Roman shared his journey with mental health, revealing that he had been on antidepressants for almost half his lifetime. "I have been on antidepressants for over 15 years," he shared. "For me, they help, definitely. For somebody it's therapy, for some people its just going down to the pub and having a pint with their mates, that can be their thing, it's not one shoe fits all. "I've been through some horrible times but I've made the decision now to come off them because I feel like I'm in a good place in life." The broadcaster has previously spoken about his mental health in his teenage years, and recently fronted a documentary on BBC Three, Roman Kemp: Our Silent Emergency. In he hour-long watch, Kemp explored the mental health and suicide crisis affecting young men, searching for answers amidst the loss of his best friend, whom he had no idea was struggling. Read more: Sorry I Didn't Know's Chizzy Akudolu on hosting the new series and what it means to be released outside of Black History Month Working round the clock, contract negotiations and how the route's really decided: Celebrity Race Across the World secrets revealed Last year, the 32-year-old shared on Instagram that he had stopped taking anti-depressants for the first time since he was a teenager, sharing with his followers: "While I'm still learning about why I suddenly want to cry more and may get a bit snappier at my friends, I'm excited at the thought of understanding what the emotional side of me is really like. I'm neither for or against taking antidepressants, I'm about what is right for YOU, and if it helps you, then go for it." Kemp opened up further on that decision in tonight's episode, telling Harleymoon: "Now that I'm at a point where I've stopped taking the antidepressants, it's trying to discover what my actual emotions are. And don't get me wrong, they really helped me through a really bad part of my life, but I've not known since I was 15 who I am, do you know what I mean? "What makes me sad, or what makes me emotional or what makes me happy. But I am finding it hard, I'm discovering panic attacks again and anxiety attacks. Doing something like this this, for me, is such a test of how I'm going to react emotionally." Celebrity Race Across the World continues on BBC One and iPlayer on Thursday 27th November at 8pm. Add Celebrity Race Across the World to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Hunger Games prequel Sunrise on the Reaping unleashes first-look trailer focused on young Haymitch
Fans are in for a thrilling journey to Panem.
With exactly one year to go before The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping is released to the world, Lionsgate have provided a thrilling first look at the highly-anticipated film. The casting for the movie, which follows a young Haymitch Abernathy (Joseph Zada) before the events of The Hunger Games, has been impressive to say the least, with the likes of Ralph Fiennes, Elle Fanning and Jesse Plemons among those joining the world of Panem – all of whom have received a first look in the surprise trailer. The chilling trailer shares a closer look at an unrecognisable Glenn Close as Drusilla Sickle, the escort for the District 12 tributes during the 50th Hunger Games, before transporting viewers to the arena for the Second Quarter Quell. It isn't long before viewers catch a glimpse of Zada as Haymitch, a much beloved character within the Hunger Games fandom. As a countdown begins, other tributes are shown, including McKenna Grace as Maysilee Donner and Ben Wang as Wyatt Callow. And for those keen to see a further look at the residents of Panem, they won't be disappointed, with the trailer also sharing a closer look at President Snow (Fiennes), Effie Trinket (Fanning) and Plutarch Heavensbee (Plemons). "I think these games are gonna be different," a voiceover can be heard saying, before Haymitch is stunned at an explosion occurring in the arena. You can watch the full trailer below. View oEmbed on the source website The movie, which has been adapted from Suzanne Collins's novel of the same name, has Francis Lawrence attached as director once more. Color Force's Nina Jacobson and Brad Simpson will produce, along with Cameron MacConomy, who will executive produce. The five films in the franchise have taken in over $3.3 billion at the box office and it is no surprise the novels are just has popular. Sunrise on the Reaping sold 1.5 million copies in its first week on sale in the US, UK, Ireland, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. The 1.2 million copies sold in the US are twice the first week sales of The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes and three times the first week sales of Mockingjay. The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping is scheduled for release in UK cinemas on 20th November 2026. Check out more of our Film coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Peep Show stars confirmed for a very special Great British Bake Off episode celebrating sitcom
The Great British Bake Off is returning with a Christmas special later this year, and there are some familiar faces amongst the festive line-up. Channel 4 has confirmed stars of the multi award-winning sitcom Peep Show are headed into the iconic tent as they swap awkward encounters for icing sugar. The Great Peep Show Christmas Bake Off will star fan favourites David Mitchell, Olivia Colman, Isy Suttie, Matt King and Sophie Winkleman as they reunite for the first time since Peep Show wrapped in 2015. Under the watchful eyes of judges Prue Leith and Paul Hollywood, and an added dash of mischief and chaos from hosts Noel Fielding and Alison Hammond, audiences can expect laughter and chaos. The group will attempt to whisk, knead and decorate their way to glory with challenges paying homage to Peep Show. But will their creations rise to the occasion, or will they collapse like a poorly-proofed loaf? Details on when exactly The Great Peep Show Christmas Bake Off will air on Channel 4 are yet to be confirmed, but we can expect it to arrive around the festive period. Earlier this month, the main series came to an end, which saw a new Star Baker crowned at the end of 10 tough weeks. After a series of trying tasks, Jasmine Mitchell was crowned the winner of The Great British Bake Off 2025. During her time on the show, she received two Hollywood handshakes and scored five Star Baker wins, the latter of which makes her the second contestant in Bake Off history to achieve that. Read more: The 1% Club's new "event TV" spin-off series with Lee Mack has release date confirmed Strictly Come Dancing's La Voix confirmed to miss out on Blackpool special Jasmine said of her win: "Oh my goodness I am just so overjoyed! When I was in the middle of exams and trying to bake while I was trying to learn, it’s been so much. But I have done it and I am just so unbelievably happy and to have done it with such an awesome group of people. "I want to say to myself that when I don't think I am going to be able to do something, when I don’t have faith in myself that I should just give it a try. And try and try again. And something great might happen, you never know!" The Great Peep Show Christmas Bake Off is coming to Channel 4 this Christmas. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Rob & Romesh Vs. return date finally confirmed - with BAFTA winner and Oscar-nominated guest stars announced
Rob Beckett and Romesh Ranganathan are back with another instalment of their thrilling Sky Max series. This time round, they're taking on a variety of unexpected challenges across the globe, and now we now exactly when we can tune in. That's right, Rob & Romesh Vs season 8 will begin airing on Tuesday 9th December at 9pm on Sky Max and NOW. The comedic duo are headed to Mumbai, with the aim to break one of the worlds' biggest film industries – Bollywood. The boys will be getting help from some of its biggest stars, Ali Fazal and Anupam Kher, as they attempt to earn roles in a Bollywood movie. As their journey continues, they'll also be aided by some very famous guest stars along the way, with Martin Freeman, Jessie Buckley, Wu-Tang Clan's Raekwon, and Eddie the Eagle all confirmed to feature in the upcoming series. Raekwon is one of Ranganathan's heroes, whom he meets in New York, where the duo will see if they can conquer Ranganathan's biggest Hip-Hop fear; performing in a New York freestyle cypher. But that isn't all! Beckett and Ranganathan will also venture into the depths of the Sumatran jungle to find out if they can snap an exhibition-worthy photo to enter one of the world's most prestigious competitions, Wildlife Photographer of the Year. And back in London, the pair prepare to perform Romeo & Juliet at the Globe theatre with the help of the Globe's Artistic Director, Michelle Terry, and some of the nation's finest actors, (Buckley and Freeman). The boys will be putting their acting skills to the test to find out if they can pull off one of Shakespeare's most famous plays. Rounding off their travels in a winter two-part special, the comedians take on Team GB ahead of the Winter Olympics in early 2026. With the guidance of former legends Eddie the Eagle and Eve Muirhead, as well as 2026 hopefuls Mia Brookes and Team Mouat, the pair will take on everything from Bobsled to Biathlon, Skiing to Curling in a journey that takes them across the world, including St Moritz in Switzerland and the World Curling Championships in Fredericton, Canada. Rob & Romesh Vs season 8 begins airing on Tuesday 9th December at 9pm on Sky Max and NOW. Add Rob & Romesh Vs to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Who won Squid Game: The Challenge season 2?
**Warning: Contains spoilers for the Squid Game: The Challenge finale.** Earlier this month, 456 players embarked on Squid Game: The Challenge, with each and every one of them hoping they'd be walking away with $4.56 billion. After nine intense episodes filled with twists and turns aplenty, it all came down to one final game for the remaining contestants. The penultimate episode revealed Steven (Player 183), Trinity (Player 398), Perla (Player 072), Dajah (Player 302) and Vanessa (Player 017) to be the final contestants left in the game. The final game, rather unbelievably, was a winner-take-all-edition of Red Light, Green Light, which perhaps the players had expected to be the first game they'd encounter in the series. In the final moments, Perla and Dajah were the last players standing, but Dajah was forced to bow out after injuring herself. "This is going to haunt me forever," she said as the prize slipped away from her. "For the rest of my life, I'll never know if I could've won." As for Perla, AKA Player 072, she emerged the winner after crossing the finish line! "First, I have to pay off my credit cards so they can stop calling me," Perla told Tudum of how she'll spend her winnings. She added: "Second, I am getting my mom, my brother and [myself] home security. I do also want to make my mom’s dream of going to India a reality." Perla entered the game alongside her brother, Jeffrey, though they didn't reveal to the other players they had that relation. Sadly, in a game of marbles, they were pitted against each other and ultimately Jeffrey sacrificed his spot in the game to allow Perla to continue – and it certainly paid off! Squid Game: The Challenge seasons 1 and 2 are available to watch now on Netflix. Sign up for Netflix from £5.99 a month. Netflix is also available on Sky Glass and Virgin Media Stream. Add Squid Game: The Challenge to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Champagne Problems cast: Who stars in Minka Kelly's Netflix Christmas movie?
The new Christmas romance stars Minka Kelly and is set in Paris.
Netflix is expanding its Christmas movie universe with another festive entry and this time, audiences are being transported to Paris! In this romance, Minka Kelly plays an ambitious executive who travels to France to secure a major acquisition just before Christmas, but her plans turn upside down when she is swept off her feet by a charming Parisian. But what she doesn't know is that the handsome stranger plays a key part in the vineyard she is trying to acquire. How dramatic! So, who else appears alongside the Ransom Canyon star? Read on to learn more about the cast of Champagne Problems. Champagne Romance cast: Who stars in the Netflix Christmas romance? Minka Kelly as Sydney Price Tom Wozniczka as Henri Cassell Thibault de Montalembert as Hugo Cassell Sean Amsing as Roberto Salazar Flula Borg as Otto Moller Astrid Whettnall as Brigitte Laurent Maeve Courtier-Lilley as Skyler Price Minka Kelly plays Sydney Price Who is Sydney Price? Sydney is an executive who sets out to acquire Château Cassell, one of France's most beloved champagne houses. What else has Minka Kelly been in? Minka Kelly has most recently starred in Netflix's Ransom Canyon, though she rose to fame for her role as Lyla Garrity in NBC's Friday Night Lights. Her other projects include 500 Days of Summer, The Roommate and Blackwater Lane. Tom Wozniczka plays Henri Cassell Who is Henri Cassell? Henri is the heir to Château Cassell, but he isn't keen to follow in his father's footsteps. What else has Tom Wozniczka been in? Tom Wozniczka recently appeared in Apple TV's Slow Horses. His other credits include Drops of God and Maryline. Thibault de Montalembert plays Hugo Cassell Who is Hugo Cassell? Hugo is the founder of Château Cassell and is drowning in debt after bad growth periods. What else has Thibault de Montalembert been in? Thibault de Montalembert is a French actor best known for his roles in The Tunnel and Call My Agent!. His recent collaboration with Netflix was in 2022, having starred as General Ferdinand Foch in All Quiet on the Western Front. Sean Amsing plays Roberto Salazar Who is Roberto Salazar? Roberto is the son of a billionaire who really loves champagne and knows absolutely everything there is to know about Château Cassell. What else has Sean Amsing been in? Sean Amsing is no stranger to a Christmas movie or indeed a Netflix romance, having starred in Noelle and Love in the Villa on Disney+ and Netflix, respectively. Flula Borg plays Otto Moller Who is Otto Moller? Otto is a fellow competitor who is keen to acquire Château Cassell. What else has Flula Borg been in? Flula Borg is best known for his appearance in Pitch Perfect 2, but has since starred in The Suicide Squad, The Rookie and Pitch Perfect: Bumper in Berlin. Astrid Whettnall plays Brigitte Laurent Who is Brigitte Laurent? Brigitte is another competitor looking to acquire Château Cassell and has a past history with its founder Hugo. What else has Astrid Whettnall been in? Astrid Whettnall has appeared in a multitude of movies and TV shows, including Road to Istanbul, The Mystery of Henri Pick and The Forest of the Missing. Maeve Courtier-Lilley plays Skyler Price Who is Skyler Price? Skyler is Sydney's younger sister, whom she has been looked after since their mother died when they were younger. What else has Maeve Courtier-Lilley been in? Champagne Problems is Maeve Courtier-Lilley's second feature film, with her first credit included Gran Turismo in 2023. She has appeared in various TV programmes, including Silent Witness, The Outpost and The Light in the Hall. Champagne Problems is available to watch now on Netflix. Sign up for Netflix from £5.99 a month. Netflix is also available on Sky Glass and Virgin Media Stream. Check out more of our Film coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.