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Ellie Goldstein Joins Strictly Come Dancing as New Series Premieres Today

A British Vogue cover star and Mencap ambassador, she is reported as the show’s first contestant with Down syndrome.

Overview

  • The 23-year-old model and actor appears in Saturday's pre-recorded launch on BBC One, where celebrity-pro pairings are unveiled.
  • Goldstein rose from a viral 2020 Gucci beauty campaign to a 2023 British Vogue cover and recognition in the BoF 500.
  • She has worked with major brands including Adidas and Victoria's Secret and advocates for wider inclusion across fashion and entertainment.
  • Her collaboration with Mattel helped introduce the first Barbie doll with Down syndrome in the Fashionistas line.
  • She has said she is "over the moon" to compete and has been reported as hoping to be partnered with professional dancer Nikita Kuzmin.