Will Delta Goodrem be returning to Strictly Come Dancing? BBC confirms Australian star's future on the show
Delta missed Icons Week due to a rib injuryDelta Goodrem has been cleared to return to Strictly Come Dancing after her rib injury.
The BBC confirmed the news on Strictly’s official Instagram account, prompting celebratory messages from fans and fellow contestants.
The announcement included a photograph of Delta and professional partner Kai Widdrington smiling together in the training room.
Their return follows Delta’s withdrawal from Icons Week with a rib injury.
Fellow contestant Tabby Stoecker welcomed the news, alongside professional dancer Mark Karmalita and It Takes Two presenter Ellie Taylor.
Tabby wrote: “Yay!!! So happy you’re feeling better.”
Other viewers said they had missed Delta and were looking forward to seeing the pair dance together again.
Strictly Come Dancing confirms Delta Goodrem’s return
The BBC announced Delta’s return to Strictly by telling Instagram followers: “Following her bye last week due to injury, we’re delighted to confirm Delta has been given the all clear to dance again this weekend.
“She’ll return to the #Strictly ballroom on Saturday night, and Abi Clarke will pop into her rehearsal room for a chat on Training Room Diaries on Wednesday evening.”
Before receiving clearance, Delta had been resting at home on doctors’ advice. She had described her disappointment at missing Icons Week in an earlier statement.
Delta said: “I’m absolutely gutted that a rib injury means I won’t be able to dance on Strictly this week. I’ve been loving every second of this experience, so having to sit this one out is heartbreaking – especially after the high of Saturday night.
“I cannot tell you how much I love being a part of this magical show. I’m going to focus on resting and recovering, and hopefully I’ll be back on that dancefloor very soon.
“Thank you so much to everyone for all the love and support. It’s so appreciated. I’ll be cheering everyone on from the sidelines this week! Sending all my love, Delta xx.”
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During the Icons Week live show, presenter Emma Willis explained that medical advice had prevented Delta from performing. Johannes Radebe also sent his love to the singer, who became emotional while watching from home.
Fans are thrilled to have her back. One wrote on Instagram: “YES TEAM DELTAKAI!!!!!”
Another added: “Best news – absolutely fantastic! Lets’s go @deltagoodrem and @kaiwidd.”
And a third gushed: “MY DAY HAS BEEN MADE!! so ready for more Delta Kai!!”
What time is Strictly Come Dancing on this weekend?
You can watch Delta and Kai’s return to the ballroom on Saturday 24 October, 2026. The Week 5 live show will start 6.30pm on BBC One, with the programme also available on BBC iPlayer.
It’ll be great to have Delta back!
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Strictly Come Dancing continues at 6.30pm on BBC One on Saturday October 24, 2026.
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