Will Best joins Strictly Come Dancing 2026 cast: 'What an absolute dream'

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Big Brother co-host, Will Best, has said joining Strictly Come Dancing 2026 cast is "an absolute dream".

The TV and radio presenter, 41, was announced as the latest addition to the star-studded lineup on Tuesday.

He is best known for fronting the ITV reality series alongside AJ Odudu as well as hosting the Hits Radio Breakfast Show.

He said:

"I can't quite believe it…I’m doing Strictly!

"What an absolute dream. Albeit a pretty terrifying one.

"I’ve been lucky to do lots of live telly before, but absolutely nothing like this. And I cannot wait!

"I have no idea if I can actually dance, but bring on the sequins, bring on the quicksteps, bring on the dance floor! I’m going to try to enjoy every minute of it."

He has worked as a broadcaster for over 15 years, beginning his screen career as a presenter on T4 before appearing on This Morning, BBC Three and Viva.

He also recently won Celebrity Mastermind with the specialist subject of Rivals star, Danny Dyer.

Will Best joins the previously announced lineup which includes EastEnders actress Lacey Turner, Love Island star Dani Dyer, Australian singer Delta Goodrem, celebrity hair stylist Chris Appleton and Love Island winner Cach Mercer.

The news of his casting comes after broadcaster Emma Willis, professional dancer Johannes Radebe and comedian Josh Widdicombe were announced as the new hosts for the upcoming series.

They will replace Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman who announced they were leaving the show late last year.

Further contestants joining the 2026 cast will be revealed throughout the summer ahead of the brand-new series kicking off in September on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.