Nadiya Bychkova in shock Strictly Come Dancing comeback talks as return details revealed
She first joined the show in 2017Nadiya Bychkova has revealed her plans to return to Strictly Come Dancing, just months after her shock axe.
In March, Nadiya announced she was leaving the glitzy BBC One show. Nadiya has joined the likes of Gorka Marquez, Luba Mushtuk, and Michelle Tsiakkas as several pro dancers who won’t be returning for the upcoming 2026 series.
But now, Nadiya has teased a comeback to the Strictly dance floor – but with a twist…
Nadiya Bychkova teases Strictly return
Nadiya announced her Strictly exit in March. The Ukrainian dancer, who joined the show in 2017, was paired with Chris Robshaw in the last series.
Her highest finish in the competition was fifth back in 2021 with Dan Walker. Since then, she has failed to finish higher than 13th.
And in a recent interview, Nadiya was quizzed on whether she would consider returning to Strictly. And it turns out talks are already happening apparently…
“Absolutely. It is absolutely [on the cards],” she told Hello magazine.
The mum-of-one went on: “We are talking about, hopefully in the future, me coming and choreographing some of the pro numbers.
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“The team have known for years how passionate I am about creating things and choreographing. Lots of producers came to watch shows that I did myself.
“This is the natural thing to do, because of what I love and what I want to do. It would be beautiful to see some of my creations and stories [that] I want to tell through dance on Strictly one day.”
Nadiya’s Strictly exit
Nadiya’s Strictly exit was announced earlier this year. She said in a statement: “After 9 wonderful years, this part of my journey with Strictly Come Dancing is evolving.
“There is something truly special about being part of a programme that plays such a big part in so many people’s lives, and I want to thank all those who have sent beautiful messages over the last few weeks and those who have voted, shouted, supported, celebrated, and cheered during every series.”
However, the star won’t be going far. As she revealed in her goodbye message: “This isn’t the end. I look forward to being part of the Strictly world for many years to come in ways I am beginning to explore. I’ve changed a lot since I first stepped onto that dance floor, not just as a performer, but as a person and I can honestly say I’ve never felt more like myself.”
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