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Kristian Nairn withdraws from Strictly Come Dancing 2025

Strictly returns to ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ One and ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ iPlayer in September

Published: 03:15 pm, 21 August 2025
A head and shoulders shot of Kristian Nairn, set against a glittering blue background

Actor and DJ Kristian Nairn has withdrawn from the new series of Strictly Come Dancing, for medical reasons.

Kristian Nairn says: “With a heavy heart, I have to step back from this season of Strictly Come Dancing due to unexpected medical reasons. I was truly looking forward to the journey, and I’m deeply sorry to disappoint anyone who was looking forward to seeing me on the dance floor. Thank you all for your support, and I will be back on my feet very soon, in every sense. Love to all, Kristian."

Sarah James, Executive Producer, ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Studios says: “We’ve absolutely loved getting to know Kristian in this short time, and he has all the makings of a brilliant Strictly Come Dancing contestant. We’re incredibly sorry to lose him from this year’s series and we all wish him a speedy recovery.â€

The new celebrity joining Strictly Come Dancing will be announced on The One Show, on ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ One and ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ iPlayer on Thursday 21 August from 7pm.

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