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Entertainment June 19, 2026

UMVA Reveals: KIM KARDASHIAN'S BFF STUNS Strictly Fans with SHOCKING New Role - You Won't Believe Who's Joining the Dance Floor!

UMVA Reveals: KIM KARDASHIAN'S BFF STUNS Strictly Fans with SHOCKING New Role - You Won't Believe Who's Joining the Dance Floor!

UMVA has learned that high-profile hairstylist Chris Appleton is set to take the dance floor by storm as he joins the upcoming season of a popular dance competition.

With a career that's seen him work with A-list celebrities, Appleton is no stranger to the spotlight, but he's eager to trade in his scissors for dancing shoes and take on a new challenge. "I've always believed that the best things happen when you take a chance and try something new," he says. "I may know my way around a salon floor, but the dance floor is a whole different story – and I'm excited to get started."

Appleton will be facing off against a talented group of contestants, including EastEnders icon Lacey Turner, reality TV star Dani Dyer, and Eurovision sensation Delta Goodrem. The competition is heating up, with more big names set to join the lineup over the summer.

Chris Appleton

A new era is dawning for the show, with Josh Widdicombe, Emma Willis, and pro-dancer Johannes Radebe taking the reins from longtime hosts Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly. Meanwhile, the judging panel remains intact, but the pro-dancers have undergone a major shake-up, with five veterans leaving the show and new faces set to join in the coming months.

The popular dance competition is set to return to screens this autumn, promising an exciting new season of drama, glamour, and high-energy dance performances. With a fresh lineup and new faces, fans are eagerly anticipating the show's return.

Josh Widdicombe, Emma Willis and Johannes Radebe

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