Former footballer Paul Merson has joined the cast of celebrities on the latest season of Strictly Come Dancing. Choreographers Lauren Oakley, Kai Widdrington, and Carlos Gu will not have celebrity partners this series, but will serve as ensemble dancers. Clean Bandit and Anne-Marie performed their new single “Cry Baby” on the show. Other highlights include doctor Punam Krishan being paired with Gorka Márquez, Tasha Ghouri being paired with Aljaž Škorjanec, Sarah Hadland being paired with Vito Coppola, Toyah Willcox being paired with Neil Jones, and JB Gill being paired with Amy Dowden. Additionally, Sam Quek is partnered with Nikita Kuzmin, Montell Douglas is paired with Johannes Radebe, and Pete Wicks is paired with Jowita Przystał. The reigning champions Ellie Leach and Vito Coppola also performed their winning routine. The celebrities shared their excitement about the upcoming season, with many expressing their enthusiasm for dancing and the opportunity to participate in the show. Strictly Come Dancing fans can look forward to an exciting and diverse lineup of celebrities and professional dancers this season.
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