STRICTLY bosses have axed at least three pro dancers from the scandal-hit show ahead of the new series.
The cull has seen long-running cast members Gorka Marquez, 35, and Luba Mushtuk, 36, purged.
Relative newcomer Michelle Tsiakkas, 30, has also gone.
Producers want a “fresh start” for the BBC1 show with new presenters also set to be announced soon.
A source said: “There are major changes taking place with dancers having meetings about their contracts over the next few weeks.
“Bosses want a fresh start and to bring in new faces after all the drama in recent years and create a new era.”
Spaniard Gorka, who met wife Gemma Atkinson, 41, on the show in 2017, has been on the series for a decade and featured in three finals.
Russian Luba joined eight years ago, but has not been given a partner in recent years.
Cypriot Michelle was paired with EastEnders actor Jamie Borthwick in 2024.
But he caused controversy when he used an ableist slur backstage in Blackpool.
Long-running hosts of the show Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman have also left the show.
Strictly has been hit by a string of scandals — including claims of drug taking and abusive behaviour towards contestants by pro dancers.
The BBC said: “Plans for Strictly Come Dancing 2026 will be confirmed in due course.”
