Who is Chris Appleton? Everything we know about the fourth Strictly Come Dancing 2026 contestant (opens original article in a new tab)

Chris Appleton, a celebrity hair stylist known for working with stars like Britney Spears, has been announced as a contestant for Strictly Come Dancing 2026.

• Chris Appleton, a 43-year-old celebrity hair stylist, is the fourth contestant for Strictly Come Dancing 2026.
• Appleton has styled celebrities like Britney Spears and Kim Kardashian and has a memoir titled 'Your Roots Don't Define You'.
• He was previously married to Lucas Gage, whose wedding was officiated by Kim Kardashian.