The professional dancer is plotting his next move after he was named in the Strictly Come Dancing pro line-up
Strictly Come Dancing star Kai Widdrington(Image: Kai Widdrington Instagram)
Kai Widdrington has been seen sharing ‘exciting news’ with fans ahead of his confirmed return to Strictly Come Dancing later this year.
The professional dancer was named in the pro line-up when it was revealed by the BBC last month, which comes after he was seen partnering reality TV star and radio presenter Vicky Pattison during the 2025 run of the dance show.
Returning alongside Kai are Alexis Warr, Amy Dowden, Aljaz Skorjanec, Jowita Przystal, Julian Caillon, Dianne Buswell, Katya Jones, Lauren Oakley, Nancy Xu, Neil Jones, Nikita Kuzmin, Vito Coppola, and Carlos Gu, who won last year’s series with former England footballer Karen Carney.
The BBC also confirmed new professionals would be recruited and announced closer to the dancing show’s return in autumn to replace Gorka Marquez, Michelle Tsiakkas, Karen Hauer, Nadiya Bychkova and Luba Mushtuk, who have left Strictly ahead of the 2026 series.
But before his return to the famous ballroom, Kai has kicked off his latest solo tour and this week, has revealed plans for his next, set to take place in 2027.
Sharing the news in a video posted to his Instagram Story, he said: “Very exciting news! We’ve just announced a tour for 2027. Finally, the news is out there. I can’t wait!” He added: “We’re going back on tour with a brand new show for 2027 called, My Revolution. Tickets go on sale this week, guys. See you then!”
Kai revealed his tour news in a video posted to Instagram(Image: Kai Widdrington Instagram)
He also posted the news to his main Instagram grid with a poster and the caption: “Roll on 2027 … Tickets go on sale from 18th June. Kai-tour.com.” And fans were quick to respond.
@leahsmyth12 said: “Ahh so excited. So happy that your coming back to Ireland.” @joannagoody commented: “OH MY WORDDD. Makes me the HAPPIEST.” @em_faves replied: “Will definitely be booking!” @lucymaygoodwin wrote: “Well excited.” @kwnew2025 added: “Yes can’t wait this is going to be awesome.”
As mentioned, Kai is among the pro dancers returning to Strictly, which is set for a number of changes this year, including three new hosts following the exits of Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman. Responding to being announced for Strictly 2026, he wrote on social media: “Back for my 6th season on @bbcstrictly
“Every year brings new challenges, new partnerships, and new moments that remind me why I love what I do. To still be part of this incredible show is something I never take for granted. Grateful for the journey so far, hungry for what’s still to come, and ready to give absolutely everything once again. Season 6… let’s do this.”