While it seems like a long way to go before Strictly Come Dancing returns, that hasn't stopped rumours from spreading about who could be next in the running to lift the coveted Glitterball trophy.
From those with royal connections and iconic soap stars to beloved TV presenters and relationship experts - the current rumoured line-up is looking to be a fun one.
The BBC often confirms casting for the series in August, so there is a while before any official announcements are made.
So, who is rumoured to be taking part in Strictly Come Dancing 2025? Read on to find out more.
Stefan DennisBalvinder SopalVicky PattisonHelen FlanaganThomas SkinnerRachael BlackmorePaul C BrunsonDani DyerTom Parker BowlesAshley CainStacey SolomonAngellica Bell
Read on to learn more about those rumoured to be taking part in the upcoming season.
Stefan Dennis
Age: 66
Job: Actor
Instagram: @stefandennis7
Stefan Dennis is the latest soap actor to be rumoured to take part in Strictly, with a tabloid reporting that Dennis has signed on for the upcoming series.
Best known for his portrayal of Paul Robinson on Neighbours, Dennis has been part of the soap since its inception in 1985.
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.
When approached by the BBC for comment, a spokesperson told RadioTimes.com: "We don't comment on speculation."
Balvinder Sopal
Age: 46
Job: Actress
Instagram: @leesopal
Balvinder is the second soap star to be rumoured for Strictly Come Dancing and if true, she'd continue the annual streak of an EastEnders actor to take part on the show.
A tabloid reported that the actress was "set to sign" for the series, but the BBC declined to comment.
Best known for her role as Suki Panesar in EastEnders, Sopal has also had a string of roles in various other soaps including Emmerdale, Coronation Street, Doctors and Hollyoaks.
Vicky Pattison
Age: 37
Job: TV personality
Instagram: @vickypattison
Vicky Pattison is one of the latest names to be thrown into the mix, with a source telling The Sun that the TV personality is "ready to be out of her comfort zone on the dance floor".
Vicky 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.
Helen Flanagan
Age: 34
Job: Actress
Instagram: @hjgflanagan
Helen Flanagan is an actress and model who is best known for starring on Coronation Street as Rosie Webster for 12 years.
Helen is top of the odds to take part in Strictly this year, with 5/6 according to William Hill.
The actress previously opened up about wanting to take part in the dancing series. During an appearance on the Elle Sera podcast, Helen was asked if she would do reality TV again, to which she replied: "I don't think so. I mean I'd absolutely love to do Strictly at some point. Yeah, I mean I'd be a rubbish dancer, don't get me wrong."
She explained she had been asked to do Strictly or I'm a Celebrity back in 2012 and opted for the jungle, but would "love to do" Strictly.
Thomas Skinner
Age: 34
Job: Businessman
Instagram: @iamtomskinner
Former The Apprentice star Thomas Skinner is one of the many names rumoured for Strictly Come Dancing, with a source claiming that "bosses are hoping he'll get the dads watching".
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.
Rachael Blackmore
Age: 35
Job: Jockey
Instagram: @blackmorerachel
Rachael Blackmore is a former jockey, and became the first female jockey to win the Grand National in 2021.
Rachael is also another leading contender to be taking part, with her odds currently at 3/1 according to William Hill.
Paul C Brunson
Age: 50
Job: TV personality
Instagram: @paulcbrunson
Paul C Brunson has been a mainstay on TV screens for quite some time, having appeared as a relationship expert on E4's Married at First Sight and Celebs Go Dating. He recently starred alongside Amanda Holden on Netflix's Cheat: Unfinished Business.
"Paul would be the ideal tonic to the dark clouds over Strictly as he's clean-cut, very intelligent and has no scandals to worry about," a source told The Sun.
View oEmbed on the source websiteDani 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.
Just this month it was rumoured she has "agreed to take part" in Strictly Come Dancing, but as ever, cast details won't be confirmed until later on in the year.
Tom Parker Bowles
Age: 50
Job: Food critic
Instagram: @tompbowles
Tom Parker Bowles is a food writer and critic who, if the surname didn't give it away, is the son of Queen Camilla.
Over his career, the 50-year-old has published a number of books including various titles for Fortnum & Mason.
According to The Mirror, Parker Bowles is "top of their [BBC's] wish list".
Ashley Cain
Age: 34
Job: TV personality
Instagram: @mrashleycain
Ashley Cain is a TV personality and former footballer, having played for Coventry City, Luton Down and Oxford United. He has also starred on Ex on the Beach and BBC Three's Go Hard or Go Home.
A source told The Mirror: "He’s a proper character with a very interesting background that looks the part. He would be a great addition to the Strictly line-up. He’s presented a couple of BBC shows and has really impressed."
Stacey Solomon
Age: 35
Job: TV personality
Instagram: @staceysolomon
Stacey Solomon is among the many names rumoured for this year's cast. The TV personality rose to fame in 2009 after taking part in The X Factor, in which she came in third place.
She went on to take part in I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! the following year and she left as Queen of the Jungle.
Nowadays, Solomon hosts Sort Your Life Out, a series in which she and her team help families transform their home through decluttering and upcycling - which recently won her a National Television Award.
Angellica Bell
Age: 49
Job: TV presenter
Instagram: @angellicabell
Angellica Bell is a TV presenter who has been a mainstay on TV screens since 2000, when she first began presenting on CBBC. She went on to present the likes of That's Genius!, Xchange, 50/50 and Short Change for the channel.
In recent years, Bell appeared on and won Celebrity MasterChef, and just a few months ago she took part on Celebrity Big Brother.
The TV presenter has previously expressed her interest in taking part in Strictly, having recently told The Sun: "So people have done it and say it's really good. So when I've had, like, in-depth conversations with people who are my friends and they say it's great, I would definitely go from their recommendation. And they always say, oh, you should do it.
"So, you know, I think you have to. I think everyone's experience has been different. But all I know is I go into it and just be like, right, how much do I have to move my hips?"
Strictly Come Dancing returns to BBC One and iPlayer later this year.
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