A red-hot favourite has emerged to win Strictly Come Dancing. The stars took to the ballroom floor for ‘icons’ week this weekend - and there were a few surprises.
The bottom two this week was a big shock for viewers and an unexpected name went home. But even at this early stage, one of the famous faces is being strongly backed to lift the Glitterball Trophy - despite a close shave this week.
The bookies have issued their latest odds ahead of week 5. Oddschecker has named the star seen as most likely to win series 23.
But who is being backed to take the title in 2025? Here’s all you need to know!
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13. Ellie Goldstein - 12/1
One of the early favourites to win Strictly Come Dancing pre-series was Ellie Goldstein. But since the show her odds have drifted, although they have slightly improved heading into week 5. She is 12/1 to win via Oddschecker | BBC Photo: BBC
14. Vicky Pattison - 8/1
Former I'm a Celeb winner and TV personality Vicky Pattison is in the cast of Strictly 2025. She is in the pack of frontrunners at this stage of the competition. Vicky is 8/1 to win via Oddschecker. | BBC Photo: BBC
15. Lewis Cope - 11/2
The one time Emmerale actor is one of the favourties to go far in Strictly. He is second in the odds right now at 11/2 via Oddschecker. | BBC Photo: BBC
16. George Clarke - 10/11
No not that one! YouTube star George Clarke is the new favourite to win Strictly Come Dancing in 2025. He is 10/11 to lift the Glitterball Trophy via Oddschecker. | BBC Photo: BBC