Emily Bashforth
Published November 28, 2025 10:44am
Updated November 28, 2025 10:45am
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After withdrawing from the main series, a hugely popular Strictly star is staging a comeback (Picture: BBC/Ray Burmiston)
She was forced to withdraw from Strictly Come Dancing 2025 due to a devastating injury, but now La Voix is returning to the dancefloor.
The Drag Race queen and her pro partner, Aljaž Škorjanec, are the first couple confirmed for the 2026 Strictly Live Tour, which will hit arenas across the country in January and February.
It comes after the performer – whose real name is Christopher Dennis – bowed out of the main show just before its dazzling Blackpool special, having injured her foot in training.
Speaking about her comeback, the entertainer said: ‘I loved being part of Strictly and was devastated when my time on the show was cut short because of injury.
‘But now I’m absolutely thrilled to have the chance to get back on an even bigger dancefloor with the sparkling 2026 Strictly Live Tour.
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‘I can’t wait to sashay my way around the country with my wonderful partner, Aljaž, by my side.’
A devastated La Voix had to pull out of Strictly before Blackpool week (Picture: Ray Burmiston/PA Wire)
Joining La Voix and Aljaž in the lineup are Gladiators star Harry Aikines-Aryeetey and his dance partner Karen Hauer, who were eliminated in sixth place.
‘I’m switching the Gladiators arena for the Strictly Live Tour arenas and can’t wait to get back on the dancefloor!’, said the Olympian.
‘It’s amazing to be reunited with Karen again, and we can’t wait to show you what’s in store. Expect more fun, more laughs, and even more energy!’
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More couples will be announced soon, but fans know they can expect judges Shirley Ballas, Anton Du Beke, and Craig Revel Horwood to appear on the tour, dishing out scores and, most likely, some witty jibes.
Strictly: It Takes Two’s Janette Manrara will also return to host the tour.
The run of shows opens at Birmingham’s Utilita Arena on January 23. 30 performances will follow, concluding at London’s O2 Arena on February 15.
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