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
Maura Higgins to fill Cilla Black's shoes as host of Blind Date reboot
The Love Island and Traitors US TV personality will host a reboot of the popular dating show.
August 26, 2026 at 03:29 PMCelebrity Hunted showed I can achieve anything after cancer, Amy Dowden says
The Strictly Come Dancing star appeared on the latest series of the Channel 4 challenge show.
August 28, 2026 at 11:36 AMAlcaraz and Williams thrill in brief but bright US Open mixed doubles showing
Serena Williams and Carlos Alcaraz were among the star double-acts in New York as the US Open mixed doubles competition got under way on Tuesday.
August 25, 2026 at 11:25 PMThe gay rugby player who feared rejection but got total support
Kyle Tayler-Woolston feared rejection as a gay man in rugby, but is flourishing in Super Rygbi Cymru thanks to the support at Newport.
August 24, 2026 at 04:58 AMCherki v Maresca could be one of stories of the season
Rayan Cherki saved Enzo Maresca from a losing start as Manchester City manager - but will he get the game time he wants?
August 27, 2026 at 12:31 PMRace Across the World star dies year after son
Former TV contestant, Jo Gardiner, 61, dies of cancer one year after her son's death in a crash.
August 24, 2026 at 10:13 AM