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Ilford's Ellie Goldstein Set to Compete in Strictly Come Dancing

The 2025 Strictly Come Dancing cast features diverse celebrities including the first contestant with Down's syndrome, Ellie Goldstein, and former rugby captain Chris Robshaw.

  • Thomas Skinner, a businessman and TV personality, joined the Strictly Come Dancing 2025 lineup announced on August 14, 2025, for the BBC One autumn return.
  • The announcement followed Skinner’s rise from market stalls to social media fame and his 2023 self-help book release, with his Strictly participation teased earlier this week.
  • Other contestants confirmed for the 2025 series include Ellie Goldstein, the first participant with Down's Syndrome, Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink, a former footballer, and Chris Robshaw.
  • Skinner expressed his enthusiasm about joining Strictly, humorously saying he’s ready for the glitter, dancing the samba, and especially bringing his trademark “BOSH” to the ballroom as he aims to work hard and enjoy himself.
  • Skinner’s participation highlights his expanding media profile and continues the show’s tradition of diverse contestants as Strictly Come Dancing returns this September on BBC One.
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entertainment-focus.com broke the news in on Wednesday, August 13, 2025.
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