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Great British Bake Off Star Candice Brown Hints at Strictly Come Dancing Appearance
Celebrity chef and Great British Bake Off winner Candice Brown has ignited speculation about joining Strictly Come Dancing after a suggestive social media post. Brown, who triumphed in the popular baking competition in 2016, publicly expressed her desire to participate in the dance contest and playfully requested to be partnered with professional dancer Karen Hauer.
Karen Hauer Confirmed for 14th Strictly Series, Fuels Candice Brown Rumours
The BBC recently announced the lineup of Strictly Come Dancing professional dancers, confirming the return of familiar faces including Dianne Buswell, Nikita Kuzmin, Katya Jones, Neil Jones, and Gorka Marquez. Hauer’s return for her 14th series puts paid to earlier reports suggesting she might be leaving the program.
Hauer celebrated her comeback with an Instagram post, writing, “14th series. Feels Good to be Back. Grateful.” This announcement prompted numerous responses from fans, notably including a comment from Candice Brown.
Social Media Exchange Sparks Fan Excitement
Brown, aged 40, fueled the speculation by commenting on Hauer’s post: “Is it our year together??????” Her remark quickly garnered close to 20 likes, with one follower enthusiastically adding, “@candicebrown I really hope your on strictly Candice!!!”
Hauer herself responded to Brown’s comment with “@candicebrown I’m waiting for you,” further exciting fans. Another follower commented, “@karenhauer would love to see you dancing with another female again,” referencing Hauer’s previous same-sex partnership.
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Strictly Come Dancing Embraces Same-Sex Partnerships
In the 2022 series of Strictly Come Dancing, Karen Hauer was paired with comedian Jayde Adams in one of two same-sex pairings that season. They were the fourth couple to be eliminated from the competition.
Professional Dancer Lineup Speculation Preceded Series Announcement
This news follows earlier reports suggesting potential changes to the Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer roster.
Rumours circulated that seasoned professionals Nadiya Bychkova, Neil Jones, Karen Hauer, Gorka Marquez, and Katya Jones could face being dropped from the show.
Reports in November indicated that sources suggested a significant cast reshuffle was dependent on dancer performance in the upcoming 2024 series. Nadiya Bychkova was the first professional dancer eliminated in the 2024 series, followed by Neil Jones and Karen Hauer. Katya Jones reached Blackpool Week before her elimination with partner Wynne Evans.
Strictly Come Dancing: Autumn Return on BBC One
Strictly Come Dancing will return to BBC One this autumn.