Sparkling sequins, soaring lifts, and heart-pounding drama – the Strictly Come Dancing 2025 Grand Final promises to be an unforgettable spectacle that will leave you on the edge of your seat! After months of intense training, jaw-dropping routines, and nail-biting eliminations, we're down to the wire with the final three pairs poised to dazzle one last time. But here's where it gets controversial: is the public's vote truly the fairest way to crown a champion, or should the expert judges have more sway? Stick around as we dive into all the details you need to prepare for this ballroom extravaganza.
Published: December 14, 2025
Tonight marks the pinnacle of the dance floor frenzy – the crowning of the Strictly Come Dancing 2025 champion. Following a grueling yet exhilarating three-month journey, it's time for the ultimate showdown.
Here's the full scoop on this monumental event.
- Add Strictly Come Dancing to your Watchlist on BBC iPlayer right now (https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/b006m8dq/strictly-come-dancing)
- Catch Strictly Come Dancing with British Sign Language interpretation on BBC iPlayer (https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m002k9jd/signed-strictly-come-dancing-series-23-signed-week-1)
When and where can you tune in to the Strictly Come Dancing 2025 Grand Final?
Catch the live broadcast of the Strictly Come Dancing 2025 Grand Final on BBC One and BBC iPlayer, kicking off at 7pm on Saturday, October 20.
For beginners unfamiliar with the format, the show kicks off with a stunning ensemble performance featuring the professional dancers alongside this year's finalists. Each of the three remaining pairs then takes the stage three times to showcase their skills: first, revisiting an earlier routine after a special coaching session with the judges to polish it to perfection; second, delivering a breathtaking show dance that's all about flair and innovation; and finally, performing their absolute favorite dance from the entire season. To cap it off, the entire 2025 cast (https://www.bbc.co.uk/mediacentre/articles/2025/strictly-come-dancing-2025-celebrity-contestants-confirmed) reunites for one last group extravaganza. And this is the part most people miss – your votes are the sole decider of who lifts that coveted Glitterball Trophy, with the judges' marks serving merely as helpful insights, not binding scores. It's a system designed to put the power in the viewers' hands, ensuring the public's favorite prevails. But here's where the debate heats up: does this democratize the competition, or could it lead to popularity over pure talent winning out?
With so much at stake on this epic evening, who will emerge as your ballroom heroes?
Introducing the Strictly Come Dancing 2025 Finalists
The dynamic duos battling for Glitterball glory in the finale include:
Amber Davies paired with Nikita Kuzmin
Amber, a talented Welsh actress, podcaster, television personality, and star of the West End stage, brings her charisma and versatility to the dance floor.
- Discover more about Amber (https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/profiles/g5hzM7dMtHNK6x32RwhWkD/amber-davies)
George Clarke teamed up with Alexis Warr
Better known as George Clarkey, this British YouTube sensation, podcaster, and social media influencer is ready to wow with his energetic presence.
- Learn more about George Clarke (https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/profiles/5rFdgbKpRqzx3qR7X1tcQ7L/george-clarke)
Karen Carney dancing with Carlos Gu
A former football powerhouse who graced the fields for teams like Chelsea, Arsenal, Birmingham City, and even the England national squad, Karen now shines as the leading female pundit for football on networks TNT and ITV.
- Find out more about Karen Carney (https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/profiles/2K6VfNL7Vl8TyXbrq4GJvrF/karen-carney)
Strictly Come Dancing Grand Final Song and Dance List
The official lineup of songs and dances for the Grand Final is expected to be announced soon, so keep checking back for updates.
Strictly Come Dancing 2025 Christmas Special
Not ready for the Strictly magic to end? The Strictly Come Dancing Christmas Special 2025 brings six pairs back under the glittering lights to vie for the title of Strictly Christmas Champion on Christmas Day itself. Hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman will guide the festivities in what marks their final outing in this role, with Head Judge Shirley Ballas, Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse, and Anton Du Beke ready to offer heaps of guidance, holiday spirit, and perhaps a bit of cheeky critique. Ultimately, the studio audience's votes will crown the winner, blending festive cheer with competitive edge.
Get acquainted with the celebrity participants and uncover all the must-know facts about this jolly edition! (https://www.bbc.co.uk/mediacentre/articles/2025/strictly-come-dancing-christmas-special-everything-you-need-to-know)
- Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/bbcpressoffice/)
- LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/90623540/)
- WhatsApp (https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbADtL8C6ZvZDyQJie0a)
- X (https://x.com/bbcpress)
- Subscribe to the What's Occurring? Newsletter (https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/bbc-what-s-occurring%253F-7303036193959522304/)
Search by Tag:
- Tagged with Strictly (https://www.bbc.co.uk/mediacentre/search/?tag=Strictly)
- Tagged with Entertainment (https://www.bbc.co.uk/mediacentre/search/?tag=Entertainment)
- Tagged with Article (https://www.bbc.co.uk/mediacentre/search/?tag=Article)
- Tagged with BBC Studios (https://www.bbc.co.uk/mediacentre/search/?tag=BBC_Studios)
- Tagged with Latest News (https://www.bbc.co.uk/mediacentre/search/?tag=Latest_News)
Rebuild Page
The page will refresh automatically. If the process takes a while, you might need to refresh it manually.
Useful links
Demo mode
This hides the preview environment warning banner from preview pages.
Theme toggler
Choose a theme and mode, then hit "Load theme" to apply your selected combination.
What do you think – should viewer votes completely override judge opinions, or is there room for a hybrid system? Do any of these finalists surprise you, or do you have a strong favorite? Share your thoughts in the comments below; we'd love to hear your take and spark some lively debate!
