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YouTuber John Nellis Joins Strictly Dance Floor!
11 Aug
Summary
- John Nellis, a popular YouTuber, will compete on Strictly Come Dancing 2026.
- He has never danced before but is excited for the challenge and learning.
- Nellis is known for his sports content and has collaborated with top athletes.
Social media star John Nellis has been confirmed as a contestant for the upcoming Strictly Come Dancing 2026 series. The announcement was made on August 11th via the show's official social media channels.
Nellis, who has never danced before, shared his excitement and nerves about the new opportunity. He expressed eagerness to learn a new skill and participate fully in the experience.
Originally from Newcastle in County Down, Nellis transitioned from being an air traffic controller to a full-time content creator. He boasts over 20 million followers across social media platforms, primarily for his engaging football content.
His career highlights include winning Sport Creator of the Year at the 2024 TikTok Awards UK & Ireland and collaborating with elite athletes like Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. Most recently, content featuring Erling Haaland garnered over 60 million views.
Nellis joins a diverse cast for the 2026 season, which is set to air on BBC One and BBC iPlayer this autumn.
