Latest Update: The BBC Strictly Stars 2026 Cast Announcement

The wait is finally over as the BBC has unveiled this year’s star-studded lineup for the nation’s favorite dance competition. Excitement has been building for months, with speculation running wild across online channels about which celebrity participants would be joining in. The official reveal has provided a spectacular mix of well-known celebrities that looks set to deliver this season one of the most unforgettable to date.

Producers have compiled an notable roster that covers various sectors and age groups, ensuring there’s content that appeals to all audiences. From beloved soap stars to Olympic athletes, hit-making artists to respected journalists, the range of performers is truly remarkable. Each celebrity brings their own unique personality and fan base to the contest, laying the groundwork for what could be the most intense season in the show’s history.

The statement has already sparked intense debate among fans about who might have the natural rhythm to succeed and who will face the biggest challenge on the stage. Social media has been flooded with feedback, forecasts, and enthusiasm as viewers begin choosing their favorites before the first paso doble has even been danced. With training about to start in the coming weeks, these celebrities are preparing to undertake the experience of their lives.

Star-Studded Lineup: Discover the BBC Strictly Celebrities 2026

The 2026 series is set to be one of the most entertaining and diverse seasons yet, with producers curating an impressive lineup of famous faces from across the entertainment spectrum. Each celebrity contributes their distinctive fanbase and personality to the competition, ensuring that fans will experience unforgettable performances across the season.

From well-known figures in British television to international sports heroes and chart-topping musicians, this year’s cast demonstrates the very best of contemporary celebrity culture. The mix of backgrounds and talents creates the foundation for dramatic conflicts and surprising bonds as the competition unfolds.

Television and Film Stars Hitting the Dance Floor

Leading the way from the world of TV are several beloved actors and presenters who have captured the nation’s hearts through their on-screen work. These performers are venturing beyond their usual territory to take on the task of mastering ballroom and Latin dance styles under the watchful eyes of millions of viewers.

Among the TV stars confirmed are a popular soap opera star known for intense plot twists, a beloved children’s television presenter, and a award-winning dramatic performer making strides in UK cinema. Their combined acting experience should serve them well when it comes to performance and stage presence.

Sports Figures and Players in the Picture

The sporting group includes an strong collection of legendary athletes and champions who will trade their usual arenas for the Strictly dancefloor. These competitors bring exceptional discipline, physical strength, and competitive drive that could afford them a major advantage in the challenging choreography ahead.

Confirmed sports personalities include an gold medal-winning Olympian, a just-retired Premier League footballer, and a world champion boxer. Their natural athleticism and ability to perform when it matters will be tested in entirely new ways as they learn the intricacies of the waltz, tango, and cha-cha-cha.

Music Performers and Entertainment Legends

Rounding out the celebrity cast are a number of gifted musicians and entertainers who already possess natural charisma and performance skills from their professional careers. These artists will need to translate their musical talents into exact choreography and coordinated teamwork with their professional dance counterparts.

The performer roster includes a top-charting pop vocalist, a London stage performer recognized for impressive stage presence, and a trained classical artist exploring commercial entertainment. Their established stage abilities and artistic sensibility should transfer effectively to the ballroom, establishing them as serious threats from the start.

What to Anticipate from Strictly Come Dancing 2026 Season

The next season is set to deliver the distinctive blend of glamour, drama, and spectacular choreography that has made Strictly a beloved Saturday night staple for millions of audiences across the nation.

Producers have indicated new twists to the format, including innovative themed rounds and cutting-edge dance styles that will test even the most confident contestants as they progress through the competition.

The professional dancers are already hard at work preparing routines that will showcase each celebrity’s strengths while driving them outside their usual limits in this challenging ballroom competition.

With the judging panel back at full strength and performances scheduled to begin in September, audiences can expect another remarkable series filled with standout acts and emotional moments.

Professional Dancers and Judge Updates Updates

The 2026 series features dynamic updates combined with familiar faces to the professional dancer panel and roster, guaranteeing the show keeps its successful approach while bringing renewed momentum.

Returning Professional Dancers for 2026

Well-known professionals such as Dianne Buswell, Johannes Radebe, and Nadiya Bychkova will come back to choreograph routines for the celebrity contestants this year on the show.

The BBC has also revealed three fresh professional dancers joining the lineup, bringing expertise in ballroom and Latin styles from international competition backgrounds to enhance the series.

Judges and Hosts Finalized

The judging panel remains unchanged with Shirley Ballas, Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse, and Anton Du Beke all set to offer their professional assessments and scores every week during the season.

Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman will continue as presenters, with Rylan Clark returning for It Takes Two, providing backstage access and star interviews daily.

How to Follow and Cast Your Vote for Your Preferred BBC Strictly Celebrities 2026

The 2026 series of Strictly Come Dancing airs on BBC1 Saturday evenings at 6:30 PM, with the results show airing on Sunday nights. Viewers can stream episodes on demand via the iPlayer, so you won’t miss a moment of the ballroom action. Viewers outside the UK can watch the programme through BBC’s international streaming services, making it easier than ever to follow the competition from anywhere in the world.

The voting window opens immediately after each Saturday’s live performance show and ends during the Sunday results episode. Fans can cast their votes via phone, the official BBC Strictly app, or through the BBC website. Each viewer is allowed a limit of three votes per method, giving everyone a fair chance to support their favorite dancing duo as they progress through the competition week after week.

To boost your voting power, download the BBC Strictly app ahead of the series start and set up your account beforehand. The app provides exclusive exclusive backstage content, dancer information, and live leaderboards alongside the voting functionality. Note that scoring from judges combine with public votes to establish which couples experience the feared elimination dance-off, so each vote really matters in retaining your preferred stars competing for victory.

• • • LAN mất mạng

    • nhưng WiFi vẫn hoạt động bình thường 
      
      NGuyên nhân

• • • physical layer

    • DHCP

    • NIC driver

    • switch/router port

    • cable issue

    • Windows network stack

    • power saving

    • lightning/static damage

 MỤC TIÊU ĐẦU TIÊN

Phải xác định: Mất kiểu nào?

Case A

Cắm LAN:

• • • không sáng đèn port
      
      → physical iss

Case B

Có đèn LAN:

• • • nhưng “No Internet”
      
      → DHCP / gateway / DNS

Case C

Disconnect lúc được lúc không
→ cable / power saving / driver / switch

Case D

WiFi OK nhưng LAN “Unidentified Network”
→ DHCP / subnet / gateway

Case E

LAN connect nhưng POS không hoạt động
→ firewall / DNS / routing / app issue

QUY TRÌNH TROUBLESHOOT

BƯỚC 1  CHECK ĐÈN LAN

Đầu tiên nhìn:

• • • cổng LAN máy POS

    • cổng switch/router

Nếu KHÔNG có đèn:

• • • cable, port, NIC, mainboard

Nếu:

Có đèn nhấp nháy:
→ physical OK
→ check tiếp theo software/network.

BƯỚC 2  TEST CABLE

Đây là nguyên nhân phổ biến nhất.

Làm:

• • • đổi dây LAN khác

    • dùng dây đang chạy tốt từ máy khác

Tình huống hay gặp

1. 1. 1.  Dây gập

• • • intermittent disconnect

1. 1. 2.  Đầu RJ45 lỏng

• • • mất link

BƯỚC 3  TEST PORT SWITCH/ROUTER
Chuyển:

• • • sang port khác trên switch/router

Tình huống
"Network cable unplugged"
→ physical layer issue

"Identifying..."

→ DHCP issue

"Connected, No Internet"

→ gateway/DNS/router

Adapter disappear

→ driver/NIC issue

BƯỚC 5 — IPCONFIG

CMD:

ipconfig /all

Check Ethernet adapter.

BƯỚC 4  DISABLE/ENABLE Network và WiFi trong Setting.

Disable xong Enable lại. 

BƯỚC 5  RESTART NETWORK STACK
Dùng CMD

Network Optimization (If Internet is Slow)

Flush DNS:        ipconfig /flushdns.

Reset Winsock:    netsh winsock reset.

Renew IP:         ipconfig /release 
                  ipconfig /renew
BƯỚC 6 DEVICE MANAGER

RUN  devmgmt.msc

Check Ethernet adapter

Trường hợ

Có dấu cảnh báo vàng

→ driver lỗi

Disappear

→ NIC Hư

Code 10

→ hardware/driver failure

BƯỚC 7 UPDATE DRIVER

Dùng:

• • • Intel LAN driver

    • Realtek LAN driver

KHÔNG dùng generic Windows nếu có thể.

BƯỚC 8 POWER SAVING

Rất nhiều POS bị.

Device Manager:

• • • Ethernet adapter
      
      → Properties
      
      → Power Management

Bỏ:

Allow the computer to turn off this device

QUY TRÌNH TÓM TẮT IT SUPPORT

1, Check đèn LAN

2, Đổi dây

3, Đổi port

4, ipconfig

THEO KINH NGHIỆM

Nếu WiFi OK LAN đột nhiên khôn work khả năng cao nhất:

#1 Cable

#2 Switch port

#3 DHCP fail

#4 Realtek NIC lỗi

#5 Power surge làm chết LAN port

1. BIOS Configuration

A. Access Advanced Settings

1. Navigate to Advanced tab.
2. Go to Power Management Features (located at the end).
3. Set:
   • Restore from AC → Power ON
   • Press ESC to return.

B. Boot Configuration

1. Go to Boot tab.
2. Set UEFI PXE to Enabled.
3. Press Enter, then press F4, then Enter again.

Note: When the system turns on, press DELETE quickly.

2. Save & Exit

1. Go to Save & Exit.
2. Navigate to UEFI (last item in the list).
3. Press Enter.
4. Choose Factory POS image → Press Enter.

Wait for a black screen with a beep sound (Tít).
When it appears, press DELETE.

3. Load POS System via IPv4

1. Save & Exit.
2. Select UEFI: IPv4 → Press Enter
   (System will auto-start recovery).

4. Windows Setup

A. Change Wallpaper

1. Go to Owner > Pictures.
2. Select GoCheckin image.
3. Right-click and choose Set as background.

B. Sign Out

1. Right-click on Windows logo.
2. Select Shut Down or Sign Out → Sign Out.

5. Final Setup in Admin Account

1. Log in as Administrator:
   Username: Admin
   Password: @Admin!
2. Open File Explorer:
   • Navigate to:
     Admin > Windows C: > WindowsLogo > setup.exe
3. Right-click setup.exe, then:
   • Click “!” in the popup.
   • Press Enter.
4. Restart the system.

✅ End of Setup

Step 1: Enter BIOS Setup

1. Power ON the device.
2. Immediately press DELETE key when powering on.

Step 2: Configure Boot Settings

1. Go to the Boot tab.
2. Set UEFI PXE to Enabled.
3. Press Enter, then press F4, then Enter again.
4. If the system auto-starts, press DELETE quickly to access BIOS.

Step 3: Go to Save & Exit BIOS

1. Go to UEFI (last option).
2. Press Enter.
3. Select Factory POS image.
4. Press Enter.

Step 4: Wait for Black Screen

• If the screen turns black and emits a “Beep” sound:
  • Press DELETE.

Step 5: Boot to UEFI IPv4

1. Save & Exit BIOS.
2. Choose UEFI: IPv4.
3. Press Enter.
4. Wait for automatic installation (machine may auto-setup).

Step 6: Set Background

1. Go to Owner > Pictures.
2. Select the image named GoCheckin.
3. Right-click and choose Set as background.

Step 7: Sign Out

1. Right-click on the Windows icon (bottom-left).
2. Select Shut Down or Sign Out.
3. Choose Sign Out.

Step 8: Log in as Administrator

• Username: Admin
• Password: Admin@Admin!

Step 9: Install Setup Program

1. Open Logo. (to make FASTBOY logo)
2. When prompted, press the letter I.
3. A popup will appear  close tap.
4. Press Enter.

Step 10: Restart the System

• Restart the computer to complete the setup.

1. Removed the clear plastic protective film near the roller.

2. Cleaned any remaining adhesive residue to ensure smooth paper feeding.

3. Tested the printer confirmed normal paper feeding and printing operation.

Preventive Action / Training Note:

• During installation or maintenance, always check and remove all protective films around rollers and internal mechanical parts.

• Ensure the roller area is free from adhesive residue or debris before testing.

Conclusion:
Removing the unpeeled plastic film resolved the paper jam issue completely.

BIOS Configuration. ( Click & spam "DELETE" key to get into BIOS setting)

A. Access Advanced Settings.

1. Navigate to Advanced tab.

2. Go to Hardware Monitor (located at the 5th line).



3. Set:

• Go to "FAN Speed Step" to adjust fan speed.

• Set fan speed at "70%" then hit Enter.

4. Finalize press "ENTER" and "YES" to save configuration.



After all, Fan speed will spins faster than normal that give B10 device a better performance.

* Note Do NOT put as maximum fan speed will cause consume power system board.

* Noise might louder than normal.

Một bản Image mới đã được phát triển nhằm khắc phục triệt để tình trạng mất kết nối giữa máy in (Printer) và phần mềm Bamboo mà không cần phải cài đặt lại Printer Driver như trước đây.

2. Ưu điểm của bản Image mới

• Không cần cài đặt driver máy in (Printer Driver) thủ công nữa.

• Tự động nhận diện và thiết lập kết nối với máy in.

• Giảm thiểu lỗi mất kết nối giữa Bamboo và máy in trong quá trình sử dụng.

3. Trường hợp áp dụng với máy I5 (Máy Đen) (máy cũ đã có sẵn Printer)

• Khi sử dụng bản Image mới trên các máy Đen cũ đã được trang bị máy in sẵn:

  • Không cần cài đặt lại Printer Driver.

  • Chỉ cần thay đổi cổng máy in từ USB003 sang USB004 (hoặc theo hướng dẫn tùy thực tế từng máy).

  • Hệ thống sẽ nhận lại máy in đúng cách và hoạt động bình thường.

4. Ghi chú thêm

• Vui lòng xem hình minh họa (đính kèm) để biết rõ cách thay đổi cổng USB.

• Trường hợp máy in vẫn không hoạt động sau khi đổi cổng, kiểm tra lại dây cáp hoặc thử khởi động lại thiết bị.

Dear BAMBOO Support Team,

I would like to bring to your attention an issue regarding the QR code scanning functionality in BAMBOO. Upon investigation, it was determined that the scanning problem was not due to a fault in the BAMBOO Scanner itself, but rather an issue with the QR code font used on the Gift Cards. The font applied to the QR codes was incorrect, which resulted in the scanning failure.

The Gift Card Department has been made aware of this issue and is currently in the process of rectifying the font error.

Thank you for your attention to this matter.

Best regards,

CHI VU HO

To resolve the paper jam issue, simply align the paper correctly in its intended position. Once the paper is properly aligned, press the Feed button to test whether the paper is feeding through correctly and printing as expected. After confirming the alignment, proceed with a Test Print to ensure everything is functioning properly.