John Nellis joins Strictly Come Dancing 2026 cast

Sports content creator John Nellis has been confirmed as a celebrity contestant for the 2026 series of Strictly Come Dancing. Nellis, who has a social media following exceeding 20 million, is known for football-related content featuring athletes such as Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.

Nellis, a former air traffic controller, expressed his excitement and nerves regarding the competition, noting that he has never danced before. He joins a diverse lineup of celebrities including Lacey Turner, Dani Dyer, Delta Goodrem, and Paralympic champion Dame Sarah Storey. The new series is scheduled to air on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.