Love Island star Cach Mercer joins Strictly line-up
The Love Island winner also works as a model and DJ, and is an ambassador for a mental health charity.
Coverage by Political Leaning
See how different sides of the spectrum reported this story
Notable Quotes
"I have grown up watching the show with my family and am so excited to now be part of the cast."
— Cach Mercer , Celebrity
"I'm thrilled to be joining Strictly Come Dancing and coming home to the UK for this incredible experience."
— Chris Appleton , Celebrity
"I'm absolutely thrilled to be joining Strictly and can't wait to get started."
— Delta Goodrem , Celebrity
"I was a huge fan of the show."
— Lacey Turner , Celebrity
"I just cannot wait to get my dancing shoes back on and hopefully this time around I can actually make it to week one!"
— Dani Dyer , Celebrity
Key People
The Love Island 2025 champion who is also a model and DJ, and an ambassador for a mental health charity.
Celebrity hair stylist known for his work with high-profile personalities such as Kim Kardashian.
A reality star and daughter of actor Danny Dyer, known for her appearance on Love Island.
An Australian singer and actress who rose to fame in the hit soap opera Neighbours.
An actress best known for her role as Stacey Slater on EastEnders.
Locations
All Coverage
The Love Island winner also works as a model and DJ, and is an ambassador for a mental health charity.
Similar Stories
Related coverage based on topic and tags
Jade Thirlwall says working on Blue Planet III song was magical
The ex-Little Mix star worked with Hans Zimmer on an official track for the BBC nature documentary.
October 6, 2026 at 11:08 AMEmotions run high at the round table as Celebrity Traitors banish two players
Viewers watched to see whether Richard E Grant could save himself at the first round table of the series.
October 8, 2026 at 11:08 PM'Here for Chris' mental health initiative launched
Chris Kamara has helped launch 'Here for Chris' a new men's mental health initiative in Guernsey.
October 2, 2026 at 12:29 PMWelsh actress follows in footsteps of Florence Pugh and Benedict Cumberbatch
Leisa Gwenllian says she forgot she applied for the 2026 Stars of Tomorrow talent programme.
October 8, 2026 at 05:37 PM'I won Gladiators - now I'd love to become one'
Josh McDonald won the third season of the hit TV programme, which aired earlier this year.
October 8, 2026 at 05:03 AMAlison Hammond: 'I thought I was having heart attack on air'
The host says a health scare on live TV was one of the "scariest things I've ever been through".
October 9, 2026 at 10:52 AM