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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Isobel Lewis

Strictly’s Emma Willis admits even she hadn’t heard of some celebs on 2026 line-up branded ‘weakest’ ever

Strictly Come Dancing’s class of 2026 has been called the weakest line-up in the show’s history – and now incoming host Emma Willis has admitted that even she hadn’t heard of some of the stars involved.

The BBC’s flagship entertainment show is back on our screens this month, with 15 new celebrities preparing to lock in and learn how to perform ballroom and latin dance from their professional partners.

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