Strictly star shares disappointment at being latest dancer to be axed | The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our appAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleJacob StolworthyTuesday 31 March 2026 11:03 BSTStrictly Come Dancing trailerMichelle Tsiakkas has been officially confirmed to be leaving Strictly Come Dancing after four series.The BBC announced her departure on Tuesday, 31 March, following an overhaul for the new series.Tsiakkas expressed disappointment on Instagram, stating she "hoped to have more time" on the show.The BBC thanked her for her contributions, highlighting her talent, dedication, and professionalism during her time on the show.Tsiakkas, who joined in 2022 and partnered with Jamie Borthwick in 2024, also withdrew from the Strictly Professionals tour, citing an inability to give her best.In fullStrictly officially bids farewell to another professional: ‘Thank you for everything’Thank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in