Strictly Come Dancing has confirmed Paralympian Dame Sarah Storey as the seventh celebrity taking part in the 2026 series. Multiple outlets report that Storey, a cyclist and swimmer, will join the show’s cast ahead of the new season, which is scheduled to begin in September. One earlier announcement lists BBC presenter Will Best as the sixth celebrity, and other reporting indicates the line-up is still incomplete, with additional contestants yet to be named. The coverage also highlights Storey’s sporting background, including her achievements for Great Britain, with BBC Entertainment noting she has won 30 medals for the country. Digital Spy and other papers frame the announcement as part of a growing roster of confirmed stars for the ballroom competition. While the reports agree on Storey’s inclusion and her status as the seventh confirmed contestant, they also collectively point to more names remaining to be revealed before the series starts.