Denise Welch has suggested she may be involved in the upcoming 2026 series of Strictly Come Dancing, though the official celebrity line-up has yet to be confirmed by the BBC following recent changes to the show.

When questioned about her participation, Welch told The Sun that she would 'plead the fifth', leaving fans to speculate about her potential role.

Strictly frequently selects participants from the ITV talk show Loose Women, with previous contestants including Kaye Adams, Ruth Langsford, and Judi Love.Despite the hint, Welch emphasised that her primary focus remains on her acting career, with several upcoming projects in development.

Meanwhile, Strictly has announced a new presenting team for the 2026 series, featuring Emma Willis, professional dancer Johannes Radebe, and comedian Josh Widdicombe, who will replace Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman.The BBC shared the news on Strictly's official Instagram, with the hosts expressing excitement and honour at joining the programme.

Emma Willis mentioned the challenge of following the iconic previous hosts, while Widdicombe and Radebe highlighted their enthusiasm for bringing energy and joy to the show.The series is set to return in September 2026, and fans are eagerly anticipating both the new celebrity contestants and the fresh presenting team.