Kevin Clifton’s 2025–2026 schedule is built around theatre. He is touring in 2:22 A Ghost Story with Stacey Dooley, and he is attached to Priscilla Queen of the Desert for a 2026 UK and Ireland tour. The former Strictly Come Dancing professional has shifted his public focus from TV to the stage.
Despite occasional rumours about a Strictly presenting role, there is no official confirmation that Kevin Clifton will replace Claudia Winkleman or Tess Daly. Reports point to stage work as the main thread of his current career.
What is Kevin Clifton doing now in 2025?
Theatre and touring
2:22 A Ghost Story with Stacey Dooley
Priscilla Queen of the Desert as Tick/Mitzi
Strictly host replacement not confirmed
- Clifton is touring in 2:22 A Ghost Story with Stacey Dooley.
- He will play Tick/Mitzi in the 2026 Priscilla Queen of the Desert tour.
- The 2:22 tour opens in Manchester on 4 August 2025, with a second leg from January to June 2026.
- Coverage describes him as returning to the stage rather than to regular presenting work.
- No official announcement supports a Strictly replacement-host role.
- His relationship and joint projects with Stacey Dooley continue to draw attention.
- There is no credible, specific reporting about Kevin Clifton and real estate.
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| 2025 project | 2:22 A Ghost Story UK tour |
| 2026 project | Priscilla Queen of the Desert UK and Ireland tour |
| Role in Priscilla | Tick/Mitzi |
| 2:22 tour opener | Manchester, 4 August 2025 |
| 2:22 second leg | January–June 2026 |
| Priscilla start | Manchester, February 2026 |
| Priscilla run | Continues through summer 2026 |
| Strictly history | Won in 2018 with Stacey Dooley |
| Host replacement rumours | Unconfirmed |
| Real estate reports | No credible reporting |
Is Kevin Clifton replacing Claudia Winkleman or Tess Daly on Strictly?
Coverage of Kevin Clifton in late 2025 has occasionally included questions about Strictly hosting. The reporting does not provide strong evidence for a replacement-host role. Most stories focus on stage casting and personal updates.
Why did Kevin Clifton leave Strictly Come Dancing?
Clifton’s Strictly exit is often discussed in profiles, but the recent material does not give one confirmed reason for his departure. Manchester Evening News describes him as a former Strictly star focused on a busy touring schedule.
Has the BBC confirmed a new host?
No. The host rumours remain speculative, and any official announcement would come from the BBC, not from Kevin Clifton directly.
As of late 2025, no BBC announcement supports the idea that Kevin Clifton is replacing Claudia Winkleman or Tess Daly. The rumour is unconfirmed.
What is the dynamic between Kevin Clifton and Stacey Dooley now?
Kevin Clifton and Stacey Dooley are a public couple and frequent collaborators. They met on Strictly Come Dancing, where they won in 2018, and they are now touring together in 2:22 A Ghost Story.
Are Kevin Clifton and Stacey Dooley still working together?
Yes. BroadwayWorld reported that they will lead the UK tour of 2:22 A Ghost Story, with the run opening in Manchester on 4 August 2025.
How does coverage describe their relationship?
Recent pieces revisit their Strictly history and their life together. A Mirror report notes that Stacey Dooley has described the attention as tiresome.
The 2:22 tour is a high-profile theatrical vehicle with strong box office appeal, and it pairs Clifton and Dooley on stage after their 2018 Strictly win.
Why did Kevin Clifton grow his hair long?
During lockdown, Kevin Clifton’s longer hair became a talking point among fans. The available coverage does not include a confirmed explanation from Clifton about why he grew it out.
Digital Spy has covered his personal life, including the emotional response to his split from Karen Hauer, but no clear reason for the hairstyle change appears in the reporting.
Is Kevin Clifton involved in real estate?
No credible, specific reporting about Kevin Clifton and real estate appears in the material. This topic is often raised as audience curiosity rather than a documented story.
The reason for Kevin Clifton’s long hair is not established in the available reporting. It remains a curiosity topic, not a documented fact.
What does Kevin Clifton’s career timeline look like?
- 2018 – Clifton wins Strictly Come Dancing with Stacey Dooley.
- 4 August 2025 – 2:22 A Ghost Story UK tour opens in Manchester.
- October 2025 – Priscilla Queen of the Desert casting announced.
- Late 2025 – Unconfirmed rumours suggest a possible Strictly host discussion.
- January–June 2026 – Second leg of 2:22 A Ghost Story is planned.
- February 2026 – Priscilla Queen of the Desert tour begins in Manchester.
- Summer 2026 – Priscilla Queen of the Desert tour continues.
What is confirmed and what remains unclear about Kevin Clifton’s career?
| Established information | Information that remains unclear |
|---|---|
| He is touring in 2:22 A Ghost Story with Stacey Dooley. | Whether he will take a Strictly host role. |
| He is cast as Tick/Mitzi in Priscilla Queen of the Desert. | The full extent of his role in the Priscilla tour. |
| The 2:22 tour opened in Manchester on 4 August 2025. | Why he grew his hair long. |
| He won Strictly in 2018 with Stacey Dooley. | Whether any real estate story exists. |
What does Kevin Clifton’s move into theatre mean for his career?
Kevin Clifton’s shift reflects a broader trend of reality TV talent moving into legitimate theatre. The 2:22 tour is a high-profile theatrical vehicle with strong box office appeal.
His casting as Tick/Mitzi in Priscilla Queen of the Desert adds a major touring musical to his schedule. One Norwich Theatre profile, Glamming it up with Kevin Clifton, notes that he had most recently been touring with 2:22 A Ghost Story before moving on to Priscilla.
Which sources have covered Kevin Clifton’s recent work?
BroadwayWorld reported the 2:22 A Ghost Story casting. Glasgow Chamber of Commerce announced the Priscilla dates at Glasgow’s King’s Theatre. West End Theatre published photos from the Priscilla Queen of the Desert tour.
What else do people want to know about Kevin Clifton?
Does Kevin Clifton have any children?
Kevin Clifton does not have any children as of 2025.
Is Kevin Clifton in Priscilla Queen of the Desert tour?
Yes. He was announced in October 2025 to play Tick/Mitzi in the 2026 UK and Ireland tour. The run begins in Manchester in February 2026 and continues through summer 2026.
What is 2:22 A Ghost Story?
It is a theatre production starring Stacey Dooley and Kevin Clifton on a UK tour. The tour opened in Manchester on 4 August 2025, with a second leg planned for January–June 2026.
Did Kevin Clifton win Strictly Come Dancing?
Yes. He won the series in 2018 with Stacey Dooley.
Is Kevin Clifton returning to Strictly Come Dancing?
No official announcement confirms a return. Coverage in 2025–2026 focuses on his stage work rather than a Strictly comeback.
Where is Kevin Clifton performing in Priscilla Queen of the Desert?
The 2026 tour includes dates in the UK and Ireland. Glasgow’s King’s Theatre is one confirmed stop, from 2–7 March 2026.
Grace Hollis is Film & Music Correspondent at CultureObserver.uk, covering film releases, music news, soundtracks and awards season.