Lawrence Robb, known for his role as Mackenzie Boyd on ITV’s Emmerdale since 2020, has been announced as the latest addition to this year’s Strictly Come Dancing line-up. The actor, who has also appeared in productions including the stage musical Legally Blonde The Musical and the series I Hate Suzie, expressed enthusiasm about joining the competition in a statement, describing it as a dream come true.
Robb becomes the 12th celebrity confirmed for the upcoming series, joining a diverse cast that includes Delta Goodrem, Lacey Turner, Dani Dyer, Will Best, Jaime Winstone, and Dame Sarah Storey, among others. The full line-up is expected to feature 15 contestants, with additional announcements anticipated in the coming weeks. The competition is scheduled to begin in September.
Other confirmed participants include Graeme Hall, a dog trainer and television presenter; Shaun Wright-Phillips, a former England international footballer; Antonia, an actress from the HBO series House of the Dragon; Chris Appleton, a renowned hair stylist; and Josh Mercer, a Love Island winner. The show will see changes to its hosting team, with Josh Widdicombe, Emma Willis, and Johannes Radebe taking over as presenters. The judging panel of Shirley Ballas, Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse, and Anton Du Beke will return, while several professional dancers will not continue with the program this year.
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