Who Are The Strictly Contestants 2022?

Who is not in Strictly 2022

The Strictly Come Dancing professional dancers are the glue that holds the BBC One Saturday night hit together. Bringing awe-inspiring footwork, a phwoar factor and an incredible talent for training up plodding amateurs, they are as important as the judges and celebrities in making Strictly a success.

In 2022 there are a couple of big changes as fan favourites and former Strictly winners Oti Mabuse and Aljaž Škorjanec depart the professional lineup. Their exit means there is room for four new pro dancers – Vito, Carlos, Lauren and Michelle. As we prepare for an autumn of dazzling dancefloor delights, here is the full list of professional dancers taking part in Strictly 2022 and everything you need to know about them, including the identity of their celebrity dancer partners.

New pro dancers for 2022 | Male professionals | Female professionals

Which dancer is leaving Strictly?

Aljaz Skorjanec – Aljaz Skorjanec shocked Strictly fans this week when he announced he was quitting the show after nine years. The reason for him leaving was not explicitly given, but he did admit the decision was a swift one. MORE: “A little while ago I made the tough decision that Strictly 2021 would be my last,” he said on Instagram. © Photo: Getty Images

Who is the male couple on Strictly 2022?

This year, the Strictly Come Dancing line-up features not one but two same-sex couples, with comedian Jayde Adams partnered up with Karen Hauer, and footballer turned TV personality Richie Anderson partnering with last year’s winner, Giovanni Pernice. Karen Hauer partnered with Jayde Adams, and Richie Anderson partnered with Giovanni Pernice BBC/Ray Burmiston “I feel like it’s not real, I feel like someone made a Strictly themed birthday party and I’m in the middle of it!” Strictly fan Jayde revealed at the launch show before being partnered with Karen, who she declared “is Strictly!” “I’m absolutely excited, I have so many ideas, too many ideas, this is going to be a golden moment for me,” Karen added. Nikita Kuzmin paired with Ellie Simmonds, and Ellie Taylor paired with Johannes Radebe BBC/Ray Burmiston Asked what it means to be representing people with dwarfism on Strictly, Simmonds said: “It means everything, to represent not just dwarfism but disability in general, for me to go out of my comfort zone and do something that I’ve never done before.

Dancing is for all, yes, I’m going to have to adapt, I’m going to have to see what it’s like, but to be out there every Saturday night dancing I’m so so proud.” Ellie Taylor had hoped she’d be paired with Johannes, so she was over the moon when it was announced, and Johannes felt the same, saying: ” I’m really chuffed to be partnered with Ellie, meeting her has been joyous and to see her excited about the season ahead makes me excited!” By entering your details, you are agreeing to our terms and conditions and privacy policy,

You can unsubscribe at any time. The other couples include Fleur East and Vito Coppola, Hamza Yassin and Jowita Przystal, Helen Skelton and Gorka Marquez, James Bye and Amy Dowden, and Kaye Adams and Kai Widdrington. Meanwhile, Kym Marsh has been paired with Graziano Di Prima, Matt Goss will be dancing with Nadiya Bychkova, Molly Rainford has newcomer Carlos Gu, Tony Adams was matched with Katya Jones, Tyler West and Dianne Buswell are partners, and Will Mellor will be alongside Nancy Xu. Will Mellor paired with Nancy Xu, and Tyler West paired with Dianne Buswell BBC/Ray Burmiston Speaking of his pairing with Nancy, Will gushed: “We match well I’m like an excitable puppy and so’s she!” As well as introducing their partners, the Strictly professionals also performed two stunning routines, while reigning champion Rose Ayling-Ellis also made a triumphant return, and John Legend performed.

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Who came 2nd in Strictly 2022?

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Strictly Come Dancing returned for its twentieth series with a launch show on 23 September 2022 on BBC One, with live shows beginning the following day on 24 September. The launch show was originally scheduled to be broadcast on 17 September, but was postponed following the death of Queen Elizabeth II,

• Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman returned as hosts, while Rylan Clark and Janette Manrara returned to host Strictly Come Dancing: It Takes Two,
• In May 2022, the BBC announced that Shirley Ballas, Anton Du Beke, Motsi Mabuse, and Craig Revel Horwood would return to the judging panel.
• It was also confirmed that Bruno Tonioli, who had been absent from the two previous series due to travel restrictions resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic, would be permanently leaving the show.

In August 2022, the BBC confirmed that the show would return to the Blackpool Tower Ballroom for the first time since the seventeenth series, It was also announced that there would be a special themed week to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the BBC, with the couples dancing to “a theme tune from an iconic BBC programme or in tribute to one of the BBC’s most loved services”.

Who left Strictly Saturday

Who left Strictly Come Dancing 2022 this week? – This week it was Ellie Taylor and Fleur East who were in the bottom two and it was Ellie Taylor who left Strictly, In the dance, off both couples performed their routines again. Ellieand her dance partner Johannes Radebe performed their Jive to Brown Eyed Girl by Van Morrison.

1. After both couples had danced a second time, the judges delivered their verdicts:
2. Craig Revel Horwood chose to save Fleur and Vito: “Based purely on the technique alone I would like to save Fleur and Vito.”
3. Motsi Mabuse chose to save Fleur and Vito: “First of all I would like to say that both couples performed really really well, also for me the technical aspect was very important, so I’m going to save Fleur and Vito.”

Anton Du Beke chose to save Fleur and Vito: “Well I’d just like to say congratulations to both couples for getting this far into the competition. Both danced marvellously. I thought Ellie danced a great performance in your Jive. And Fleur I thought your technique was strong and you performance was powerful, and I’d like to save Fleur and Vito.” Although her vote was not needed, head judge Shirley Ballas said she would also have decided to save Fleur and Vito: “Both couples danced exceptionally well but on this occasion, down to the technique qualities, I’d have saved Fleur and Vito.” Ellie Taylor; Johannes Radebe in Strictly’s latest results show. Credit: BBC/Guy Levy Speaking after her exit, Ellie said: “I’m going to be a cliché machine now, buts it’s been everything and more. I never in a million years expected to be in for this long and to experience it so fully.

Strictly is about dancing but it’s also about the people, and every part of this show from the top to bottom, from the Execs to the make-up, to the hair to the costumes, to the sets to the band, to my fellow celebs and the dancers – even some of the judges have been alright! It’s been an absolute privilege to become part of the Strictly alumni and I’ve really really loved it.” The remaining five couples will return to the dancefloor once more next week when Strictly Come Dancing returns on BBC One with the Quarter Finals.

Strictly Come Dancing continues on Friday, 2 December at 8PM. The next results show is on Saturday, 3 December at 5:40PM on BBC One. : Strictly Come Dancing 2022 results! Who left? Latest celebrity voted off ahead of Quarter Final

Do Strictly contestants get paid

According to a 2021 report in The Sun, every celebrity receives £25,000 just to appear.

Who is not returning to Strictly 2023

Strictly pro quits as 2023 line-up announced – weeks after major star’s exit Strictly Come Dancing has announced its 2023 professional dancer line-up – but on pro has quit just two years after joining the show BREAKING Strictly pro QUITS as 2023 line-up announced – just weeks after major star’s exit

• Strictly has lost another one of its pro dancers this year – just weeks after Rylan Clark quit It Takes Two – as the BBC show today.
• Judges Shirley Ballas, Anton Du Beke, Craig Revel Horwood and Motsi Mabuse will all be returning.
• Pro dancers taking to the stage this year will be Dianne Buswell, Nadiya Bychkova, Graziano Di Prima, Amy Dowden, Karen Hauer, Katya Jones, Neil Jones, Nikita Kuzmin, Gorka Marquez, Luba Mushtuk, Giovanni Pernice, Jowita Przystal, Johannes Radebe, Kai Widdrington, Nancy Xu, Carlos Gu, Lauren Oakley, Michelle Tsiakkas and Vita Coppola.
• However, one pro that won’t be joining them is Cameron Lombard, who has quit just two years after joining the show.

Cameron Lombard has quit Strictly ( BBC/Jack Barnes) This year’s pro line-up has been announced ( BBC/Guy Levy)

1. A Strictly spokeswoman told the Mirror: “Cameron is a fantastic performer and we have loved working with him for the past two years on Strictly.
2. “He is currently pursuing other opportunities but will always be part of the family and our door will always be open to him in the future.”
3. Cameron has not yet addressed his exit on his account and still lists himself as ” Strictly Professional”.
4. He did, however, share a cryptic Instagram post yesterday as he wrote: “One day I will tell the masses the story of how I manifested this whole thing while working on myself and a million other things,”

Dave Arch will once again be returning with his back to provide live music every Saturday night. The BBC has also promised the return of beloved Blackpool Week. All of the judges will be returning ( PA) Sarah James, Executive Producer, BBC Studios said: “Excitement is already building for the 21st series of Strictly and we are so lucky to have the best team in the business both on and off camera.

1. Our amazing presenters, incredible panel of judges and world class professional dancers are ready to bring the sparkle back to your screens this Autumn.
2. We can’t wait!” Another person missing from this year’s line-up is Rylan Clark,,
3. It’s not clear whether he will be replaced, though his co-host Janette Manrara is due to take maternity leave.

Rylan won’t be back on It Takes Two

• In an emotional statement he shared earlier this month, Rylan said: “After four fantastic years it’s time for me to hang up my glittery jacket and say goodbye to It Takes Two.
• “I’ve had the best time hosting alongside Janette and Zoe and I can’t thank the amazing team enough for always putting on a great show.”

He continued: “I’ve been welcomed into the Strictly family and will firmly hold that title dear to me. The time has come for me to pass on the baton to someone else and explore what else life has for me. “Thank you Strictly, you will always have my heart.and my dancing feet.” You can find this story in Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right.

What do Strictly dancers get paid?

How much do Strictly Come Dancing professionals get paid? – While the exact sum paid to Strictly’s professional dancers has never been officially disclosed by the BBC, the flat fee has been widely reported in the past. According to the Independent Newspaper, the rate paid to each ranges from £35,000 to £50,000.

Who is out of Strictly Week 2 2022?

Kaye Adams – All of the celebrities were given week one to perform, without the threat of elimination looming. Alas, on week two, Kaye Adams of Loose Women fame became the first star to d e p a r t the dancefloor, following a performance of the Charleston with pro partner Kai Widdrington.