STRICTLY BOMBSHELL: Tour Lineup REVEALED — But Fans Are FURIOUS Over Major “Snub”!
STRICTLY SHOCKER! Full Nottingham Live Tour Line-Up Revealed – But One Huge Name Is Missing
The full star-studded line-up for Strictly Come Dancing Live in Nottingham has finally been unveiled – and while fans are being treated to a glittering mix of finalists, favourites and surprise returns, one
notable absence is already setting tongues wagging.
As the beloved BBC juggernaut prepares to hit the road once again, organisers have confirmed eight celebrity couples, a trio of iconic judges and a very special guest appearance that promises fireworks on the dance floor. Yet despite the excitement, some devoted Strictly followers are questioning why one major name from the recent series is nowhere to be seen.
Leading the charge is 2025 finalist George Clarke, who will reunite with professional partner Alexis Warr. The YouTuber-turned-ballroom star has become a firm fan favourite after his emotional TV journey, and his addition to the live tour has been met with huge applause online.
Joining them is Lewis Cope, fresh from swapping the Yorkshire Dales for sequins and samba rolls. He will once again dance alongside powerhouse pro Katya Jones, a pairing known for fearless routines and headline-grabbing chemistry.
Football legend Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink is also lacing up his dance shoes for the tour, partnering with crowd-pleaser Lauren Oakley. His transformation from Premier League striker to ballroom contender proved one of the most joyful storylines of the series – and fans across the country will now get to see it live.
Completing the celebrity line-up are Harry Aikines-Aryeetey with Karen Hauer, drag icon La Voix alongside returning pro Aljaž Škorjanec, trailblazing model Ellie Goldstein dancing with reigning champion Vito Coppola
, and reality TV star Vicky Pattison paired with heart-throb pro Kai Widdrington.
But the biggest cheer is reserved for a surprise comeback. 2023 finalist Layton Williams will return as a special guest, reuniting with fan-favourite partner
Nikita Kuzmin. Their reunion promises pure show-stopping magic, with producers teasing some of the most daring choreography of the entire tour.
Presiding over the glitterball dreams will be Strictly royalty
Craig Revel Horwood, Shirley Ballas and Anton du Beke, while Janette Manrara returns as tour host, bringing her trademark warmth and backstage sparkle.
Yet amid all the sequins and celebration, fans have been quick to notice
who isn’t there. One high-profile celebrity from the most recent series – widely tipped to join the tour – has been left off the Nottingham dates, sparking speculation about scheduling clashes, behind-the-scenes decisions or a deliberate move to keep the focus on fresh faces. Organisers have stayed tight-lipped, only fuelling the mystery.
Speaking about joining the tour, George Clarke admitted: “The last few months have been a whirlwind, but I’m honestly delighted to continue my Strictly journey on the road.” Lewis Cope echoed the excitement, saying he wasn’t “ready to hang up my dancing shoes just yet,” while Hasselbaink revealed he “couldn’t say no” after witnessing the joy the show brings to fans.
The Nottingham shows will feature a packed dance card, from sizzling sambas to emotional Viennese waltzes, all performed to a live band. Audiences will once again hold the ultimate power, voting each night to decide who lifts the coveted
Glitterball Trophy.
Strictly Live runs at Motorpoint Arena Nottingham from Tuesday February 10 to Thursday February 12, before heading to Sheffield earlier in the month. With jaw-dropping routines, returning legends and one glaring absence, this year’s tour is already shaping up to be one of the most talked-about yet.
RHOC’s Tamra Judge Defends RHOP Cast Member: ‘Get off Her F—ing Neck’
From the catfish allegations to the Airbnb eviction, and now the botched Colorado trip, Angel Massie is having one hell of a freshman season on
The Real Housewives of Potomac. However, Tamra Judge from the Real Housewives of Orange County thinks her castmates are making it even harder.
In a new episode of her podcast, Two Ts in a Pod, Tamra linked up with Dolores Catania to recap the latest episode of RHOP. During the pod, she made herself clear. She thinks the RHOP cast has being too tough on Angel.
Tamra thinks the Real Housewives of Potomac need to let up on Angel Massie
In RHOP Season 10 Episode 13, the ladies begrudgingly followed Angel to Colorado for a cast trip. Before embarking on the adventure, Wendy Osefo, Gizelle Bryant, and Ashley Darby met up to talk about how low their expectations were for the trip.
Wendy said she predicted the trip would be a “sh*t show,” and they were all concerned that Angel would bring her Debbie Downer ways to the Mile High City. On Two Ts in a Pod, Tamra came to Angel’s defense. She suggested a very easy way to avoid that scenario.
Tamra said, “They don’t want Angel to be a Debbie Downer, but if you don’t want her to be a f*cking Debbie Downer, then get off her f*cking neck.”
That’s a fair point, but we know that’s not going to happen. In the episode, Angel got her lick back against Gizelle and Ashley by assigning them the smallest room in their Airbnb. They got stuck with twin-sized beds, thanks to Angel.
Then, the episode ended with Gizelle and Ashley threatening to spill more tea on Angel’s questionable living arrangement in Potomac. Angel said she would “shut sh*t down” if they didn’t fork over whatever information they claimed to have.
They’re still on Angel’s neck, but according to Tamra, Angel’s behavior is fair game after being antagonized by the ladies. Tamra is probably speaking from experience.
The RHOC star said, “I just feel like they are just always on her, and I feel like, Angel, she’s in defense mode.”