Actor Lewis Cope joins cast of Strictly Come Dancing 2025
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THE new favourite to win this year’s Strictly Come Dancing has been revealed – after a rush of bets. The BBC show added a new name to its line-up – after a star withdrew for
A replacement was soon lined up, with Cope - who played Nicky Miligan on the ITV soap - being confirmed as Nairn's substitute during Thursday's (21 August) episode of The One Show, with the actor soon joining hosts Roman Kemp and Clara Amfo on the sofa.
One of this year's Strictly Come Dancing contestants has a huge dance background and even worked with Hollywood stars