Alex Kingston Joins Strictly Come Dancing 2025 – A Star Steps Into the Ballroom
Hey, have you heard the exciting news? Alex Kingston, the award-winning actor best known for her roles in Doctor Who and ER , has been announced as one of the celebrity contestants for Strictly Come Dancing 2025! This is the third big name confirmed to join the famous ballroom competition, which is set to return to BBC One and BBC iPlayer this September.
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Now, Alex Kingston has had a remarkable career spanning over 40 years. She became internationally famous for playing Dr. Elizabeth Corday on ER for eight years, a role that even earned her a SAG award. But that’s not all — she’s also adored by Doctor Who fans worldwide as River Song, the Doctor’s enigmatic wife, a role she has played alongside three different Doctors and continues to explore in audio dramas and novels. Her TV credits are extensive, including a BAFTA-nominated performance in Moll Flanders , plus appearances in shows like Gilmore Girls , Treason , A Discovery of Witches , and Law & Order: Special Victims Unit , among others.
On top of her screen success, Alex’s stage career is just as impressive. She has taken on iconic theatre roles like Lady Macbeth, Nurse Ratched from One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest , and even Prospero in productions for the Royal Shakespeare Company. So, it’s safe to say she brings a ton of talent and experience to the dance floor, even if ballroom dancing might be a brand-new challenge for her.
When the news was revealed on The One Show on August 11, Alex’s reaction was just pure excitement — she literally exclaimed, “Aaaaagghhh!!!!!!” — which perfectly captures how thrilled she is to be stepping into the Strictly spotlight. Fans are already buzzing to see how she will fare in the ballroom, and many are eager to watch her take on this fun and demanding challenge.
Strictly Come Dancing is known for pairing celebrities from all walks of life with professional dancers, pushing them out of their comfort zones to master styles ranging from the cha-cha to the tango. Alex will be joining a fantastic lineup of stars, with the rest of the celebrity contestants expected to be announced soon.
Produced by BBC Studios, this series promises plenty of glitz, glamour, and unforgettable performances, returning to screens this autumn under the expert eye of Executive Producer Sarah James and commissioning editor Jo Wallace. If you want to keep up with all the action, you can already add Strictly to your watchlist on BBC iPlayer.
So, whether you’re a longtime fan of Alex Kingston’s work or just love watching Strictly Come Dancing , this season is shaping up to be one you won’t want to miss!
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