Show bosses have revamped the program ahead of the 2026 series.
Strictly Come Dancing fans have been left dissatisfied with a new change to the show.(Image: BBC)
Excitement is starting to build as Strictly Come Dancing begins to announce its contestants for the highly anticipated 2026 series. with BBC The bosses are said to have made a big change in the new series, with many viewers curious to know what changes are still going to happen.
After months of announcements of professional dancers leaving the line-up new host For the dance program, fans are waiting for any further changes to be announced. However, it seems one small change has had the biggest reaction from audiences.
With some fans saying “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it”, many social media users have been left in shock after seeing the brand new strictly Logo. Shown in Lacey Turner and the returning Danny Dyer’s competitive announcements, many fans have shared their disagreement over the new design.
Fans are so surprised by this change that a dedicated reddit A thread has been created, asking the question: “Is this really the new logo or just a placeholder?” Many social media users immediately shared their opinions, with some saying it looked like it was created by AI.
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Over the past season, fans have become accustomed to the Strictly logo which is a shiny shiny ball with the title wrapped around the front against a blue shiny background. However, the new design includes a darker gold glow, a change to the font, and a purple background.
Sharing his disbelief, one Reddit user wrote: “As a graphic designer this isn’t great. I can’t believe this is the final logo.” While another person asked: “Is it just me or does the text seem out of focus/unclear?”
Some people believe that AI helped create the image, as one person said: “I think it’s AI because it’s doing something to my eyes that only happens when I see an AI image.”
With another writing: “The background looks very AI to me.” A fifth commenter also said: “This looks cheap to me too. I work in graphics and it’s such a crappy job.” One person bluntly wrote: “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it!”
However, some people are impressed with the new design, with one fan commenting: “I really like it! And I think it’s 100 times better than the previous version.” Someone else agreed, saying: “I think it looks great! The purple and gold texture is beautiful and it’s great to mix and match.”
Despite mixed opinions over the Strictly logo, many fans are excited to see the first pair of celebrities announced for the show this year.
was the first contestant to be announced lacey turnerWho is best known for playing Stacey Slater on Eastenders. While Lacey may have left Albert Square in 2025, she’s now ready to hang up her dancing shoes.
Speaking about the announcement, the 38-year-old said: “I’m so excited to be on the dance floor to be a part of Strictly Come Dancing this year. I’m a huge fan and I can’t believe I’ll be taking part in this year and not at home. I’m looking forward to meeting everyone and learning a new skill.”
Earlier today (June 11) the former Love Island star was announced dani dior Will make his second attempt at Strictly Ballroom after withdrawing from last year’s competition due to injury.
However, she is now back in top condition and ready to enjoy some spray tan and glow. She said: “I’m so excited to be back in the ballroom this September.
“I can’t wait to put my dancing shoes back on and hopefully this time I can actually make it to the first week. I’m so happy and can’t wait to find out who else is doing it.”
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