Read our ultimate guide to find out the best betting offers and latest odds for Strictly Come Dancing 2026 before tonight's opening episode!
Strictly Come Dancing is almost back on our screens for its 24th series marking the first time without longtime host Tess Daly after her departure alongside co-host Claudia Winkleman last year.
Stepping into their hosting shoes are broadcaster Emma Willis, comedian Josh Widdicombe, and dancer Johannes Radebe, who has been a pro on the show for almost a decade.
This year's lineup sees Dani Dyer feature after pulling out last time round with an injury, Shaun Wright-Phillips, Dame Sarah Storey and more battle it out for the famous Glitterball trophy.
Before the show kicks off tonight, here’s everything you need to know about betting on the new series with the best betting offers, latest odds and more!
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Latest Strictly Come Dancing Odds
Check out the latest Strictly Come Dancing 2026 winner odds from 25+ trusted UK bookies below:
Who are the celebrity contestants in Strictly Come Dancing 2026?
Here's how the celebrity lineup looks ahead of the series 24 opener tonight:
- Lacey Turner - EastEnders star
- Dani Dyer - Love Island winner and daughter of actor Dany Dyer
- Delta Goodrem - Australian singer
- Chris Appleton - Celebrity hairstylist
- Cach Mercer - Love Island winner and content creator
- Will Best - Presenter
- Dame Sarah Storey - Paralympic cyclist and swimmer
- Jaime Winstone - Actor and daughter of Ray Winstone
- Bethany Antonia - House of the Dragon star
- Shaun Wright-Phillips - Former footballer and pundit
- Graeme Hall - Dogs Behaving Badly host
- Lawrence Robb - Emmerdale star
- Tabby Stoecker - Skeleton racer
- John Nellis - YouTuber
- Melanie Walters - Gavin and Stacey star
How to watch Strictly Come Dancing 2026
The launch show and all future episodes of Strictly Come Dancing will be available to watch live on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
