After thirteen unforgettable weeks of sparkle, sweat, and tears, here's the moment that Karen and Carlos were announced as your #Strictly 2025 CHAMPIONS! đ
We would like to extend our sincere thanks to Gorka for his exceptional contribution to Strictly Come Dancing over the years. Since joining the show in 2016, Gorka has been a hugely popular member of the professional dancer line-up, known for his passion, charisma and exceptional choreography.
As well as being part of our Strictly family, itâs been heartwarming to see him start his own family during his time with us and that journey reflects the same warmth, commitment and character he has always brought to the show.
We are incredibly grateful for his dedication to the series over the years and are so proud to see him shining in his judging role on Bailando con las Estrellas in Spain. We wish him continued success and happiness in everything thatâs to come.
Thank you to Michelle Tsiakkas for everything she has brought to Strictly Come Dancing over the past four series.
During her time on the show, Michelle has delivered some excellent performances, whether in the seriesâ group routines, alongside guest music artists, or with celebrity partners across the main series and the Christmas special whom she has always taught with professionalism, respect and kindness.
Her talent, dedication and energy have been much appreciated, and everyone wishes her all the very best for what comes next.
A heartfelt thank you to Luba Mushtuk for her outstanding contribution to Strictly Come Dancing. Since joining in 2016 as an assistant choreographer and stepping into the professional dancer line-up two years later, Luba has been a valued member of the team - bringing professionalism, creativity, and her quality expertise year after year.
Respected both on and off the dance floor, she has consistently delivered unforgettable routines, captivating audiences with her remarkable talent and signature elegance.
We are incredibly grateful for her dedication to the programme and for always going above and beyondâwhether through the care and commitment she showed her celebrity partners or her warmth and kindness behind the scenes.
Luba has been, and always will be, a much-loved member of the Strictly family, and we wish her every success in the future.
We would like to say a huge thank you to Nadiya Bychkova for her incredible contribution to Strictly Come Dancing. Since joining the show nine years ago, Nadiya has brought elegance, artistry, and unwavering dedication to the ballroom, and she will always remain a cherished member of the Strictly family.
Over the years, Nadiya has delivered countless memorable performances, showcasing not only her exceptional talents as a dancer and choreographer but also her brilliance as a teacher to all her celebrity partners.
A consummate professional, Nadiya embodies the very best of what Strictly stands for. We are deeply grateful for everything she has given to the show and wish her every success for the future.
We would like to say a huge and heartfelt thank you to Karen Hauer for her incredible contribution to Strictly Come Dancing over the last 14 years. As the longest-serving female professional dancer in the history of the show, Karen has given so much of herself and her time to the programme, and we are extremely grateful for the passion, creativity and dedication she has brought to every single performance.Â
She has captivated audiences with her talent, warmth and genuine love of dance and has been responsible for some of the most iconic partnerships and joyous routines the Strictly dance floor has ever seen.Â
We thank her for all these memorable moments and for her incredible work ethic. Her professionalism and sense of humour shine through everything she achieves and we canât wait to see where her next chapter takes her - Sarah James, Executive Producer.
âThe greatest gift that could ever have happened at Christmasâ Congratulations to Scarlett and Vito, your #Strictly Christmas Champions 2025! đ đ„č
