Strictly Come Dancing fans 'work out' winner minutes into BBC show

Strictly Come Dancing enthusiasts are convinced they've already pinpointed this year's winner as the new series kicks off.

On Saturday night (20 September), hosts Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly introduced 15 fresh faces to the dance floor.

La Voix, also known as Chris Dennis when not in drag, is the first drag queen to compete on the main series following Tayce's victory in last year's Christmas special alongside Kai Widdrington.

The 45-year-old has graced our screens on numerous occasions, including a memorable stint on ITV's Britain's Got Talent where she was hailed as 'a force to be reckoned with' by judge Alesha Dixon. reports Wales Online.

Paired with professional dancer Aljaz Skorjanec, La Voix is already being tipped byStrictly fans to take home the glitterball trophy.

One viewer took to social media to express their excitement: "I absolutely adore this pairing "a bit like your fringe" #strictly #StrictlyComeDancing."

Another chimed in: "So we all getting La Voix to Blackpool? She's going to make this whole season watchable. Mother. #Strictly #SCD2025."

A third added: "La Voix is already my winner! This pairing is really going to bring the fun this year and I can't wait. 'That's the one I didn't want'.

"I love La Voix so much #strictly", another fan gushed. And: "Right my winner is La Voix already omg what a vibe."

Meanwhile, Ellie Goldstein also seems to be a firm favourite among Strictly viewers.

The 23-year-old is a pioneering model, actor and influencer who, in 2023, made history as the first model with Down syndrome to feature on the cover of British Vogue.

She has also graced numerous other magazines and starred in major campaigns for brands such as Gucci Beauty and Adidas.

On Saturday evening, Ellie was partnered with professional dancer Vito Coppola on Strictly Come Dancing, sparking a flurry of excitement among fans on social media.

One fan gushed: "I love Ellie already #Strictly", while another predicted: "Ellie's going to be brilliant #strictly.

"Ellie and Vito....this was the pairing I was hoping for. #Strictly", chimed in another viewer.

Strictly Come Dancing airs every Saturday on BBC One and BBC iPlayer