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Ballando con le Stelle 2026 lineup changes

Overview

Following the departure of judge Selvaggia Lucarelli to Mediaset, the jury for Ballando con le Stelle is undergoing further transition. On August 26, 2026, longtime judge Fabio Canino officially announced his exit after 17 years. While initial reports suggested he declined a contract to avoid transitioning from judge to competitor, subsequent details clarified that the decision was driven by professional commitments to theater and radio. Canino noted that the intensive daily rehearsal schedule required for a contestant role was not feasible for him, leading him to conclude he no longer fit the production’s new direction.

Canino also addressed the manner of his exit, expressing regret for making an informal social media announcement that lacked a formal public thank you to host Milly Carlucci. He characterized the quick announcement as an attempt to make the transition ‘painless’ rather than a sign of underlying conflict.

Regarding the cast, actress Monica Guerritore has been confirmed as a contestant following her recent battle with cancer. Former priest and influencer Alberto Ravagnani is also joining, currently training in martial arts in Thailand. Additionally, street dancers Pasquale Iannotta and Elisa Fava have expressed interest in participating. While Carolyn Smith remains a confirmed judge, speculation continues regarding new jury members, with names such as Barbara D’Urso and Alberto Matano being mentioned in media reports.

Entities

Milly Carlucci · Ballando con le Stelle · Fabio Canino · Selvaggia Lucarelli · Rai

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.

[● 4 SOURCES] Fabio Canino is leaving his role as a judge on the television program Ballando con le stelle. www.ilvicolodellenews.it · www.lanostratv.it · www.adnkronos.com · www.bigodino.it
[● 4 SOURCES] Canino has served as a judge on the show for 17 years. www.ilvicolodellenews.it · www.lanostratv.it · www.adnkronos.com · www.bigodino.it
[● 2 SOURCES] Canino issued an appeal to Pier Silvio Berlusconi regarding potential opportunities at Mediaset. www.adnkronos.com · www.bigodino.it
[○ 1 SOURCE] The decision to leave the show was made by Canino personally rather than by the production. www.bigodino.it
[○ 1 SOURCE] Canino will begin working with Radio Capital on September 12. www.bigodino.it

Timeline

23 days ago

[CULTURE] 5 sources
Fabio Canino leaves Ballando con le stelle after 17 years
Fabio Canino is leaving the Rai 1 show ‘Ballando con le stelle’ after 17 years, declining a proposal to become a dancer due to other professional commitments.
25 days ago

[CULTURE] 33 sources
Ballando con le Stelle announces new cast and jury changes
The Italian show ‘Ballando con le Stelle’ faces major changes as longtime judge Fabio Canino departs and new contestants, including Monica Guerritore and Alberto Ravagnani, are announced.
about 1 month ago

[CULTURE] 4 sources
Gabriella Carlucci discusses Selvaggia Lucarelli leaving Ballando con le Stelle
Gabriella Carlucci supports Selvaggia Lucarelli’s move from ‘Ballando con le Stelle’ to Mediaset, noting the journalist's professional evolution while Milly Carlucci seeks new jury members for the Rai show.
about 2 months ago

[CULTURE] 3 sources
Fabio Canino's Potential Shift from Judge to Contestant on Italy's 'Ballando con le Stelle
Milly Carlucci may ask judge Fabio Canino to join the contestant line‑up of Italy's 'Ballando con le Stelle' after a judge's departure, but his participation remains uncertain.
about 2 months ago

[CULTURE] 14 sources
Milly Carlucci's Ballando con le Stelle faces lineup shake‑up as Alessandra Tripoli's pregnancy and Noemi Bocchi rumour
Ballando con le Stelle's 2026 season will shift studios, lose judge Lucarelli, and face Alessandra Tripoli’s possible absence due to a second pregnancy, while Noemi Bocchi is rumored as a surprise contestant.

Sources

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