From Ballroom to Baby Boom! Strictly’s Aljaž & Janette Stun Fans With Baby No. 2 Announcement — “Our Family’s Growing… and So Is Our Dream!” 💖

The Strictly world is twirling with joy today after fan-favorite couple Aljaž Škorjanec and Janette Manrara finally confirmed the news everyone suspected — they’re expecting baby number two! 💫

After months of subtle hints, low-key appearances, and cryptic “new beginnings” captions, the golden couple of Strictly Come Dancing have made it official. Their joint announcement not only melted hearts but reminded fans why they remain the beating heart of the Strictly family: graceful, grounded, and gloriously real.

💞 “We Needed to Hit Pause — and Rewrite the Script”
In an emotional interview, Janette, 41, and Aljaž, 35, revealed the exciting news — their second baby is due in early 2026, just as their daughter Lyra turns two.

“We’ve been sitting on this for so long,” Janette laughed, her hand resting gently on her barely-there bump. “Lyra’s first year was magical but chaotic — sleepless nights, filming, and travel. This baby feels like our cue to slow down and rewrite the script.”

Aljaž, ever the calm to Janette’s sparkle, added:

“People think we’re invincible, but fatherhood changes your rhythm. The real dance isn’t on the floor — it’s at home, in the quiet moments.”Their announcement came alongside a breathtaking Instagram Reel showing the couple slow-dancing in their sunlit living room while Lyra toddled between them. As soft piano music played, a flicker of ultrasound footage appeared on-screen with the caption:

“Our family’s growing… and so is our dream.”

Within minutes, the post racked up over five million views — fans flooding the comments with cries of “We knew it!” and “Double the sparkle!”

But this isn’t just another celebrity baby announcement. The couple also unveiled plans for their next big project: a global online dance academy called Dance Without Limits, set to launch in spring 2026.

“We want to bring ballroom to everyone,” Aljaž explained. “From kids dancing in small-town living rooms to grandparents who just want to waltz again — no fancy studios, no pressure, just passion.”

The academy will feature livestreamed classes, personal coaching, and interactive challenges — combining their 20 years of Strictly expertise with cutting-edge digital tools.

“We’ve had messages from people around the world saying, ‘Teach us like you taught each other,’” Janette shared. “So we decided — why not?”

Their dream is simple yet revolutionary: to make dance accessible to all, one step at a time.

From the moment they first paired up on Strictly in 2013, Aljaž and Janette have been the show’s most enchanting duo — both on and off the dance floor.

Their love story blossomed under the studio lights, leading to a 2016 wedding and, years later, their miracle baby Lyra, born after a long IVF journey that the couple bravely shared with fans.
“We wanted to be honest,” Janette said. “Life isn’t perfect — sometimes you fall out of step, but love teaches you how to move again.”When Aljaž briefly left Strictly in 2021, rumours of burnout and homesickness surfaced. But in 2024, he returned, revitalized — crediting family life for his newfound balance.

“Dancing with a celebrity partner is amazing,” he said, smiling, “but coming home to Janette and Lyra — that’s the encore I care about.”

💬 The Internet’s Sweetest Reaction
The announcement sent Strictly Nation into meltdown. Fans flooded social media with messages like:

“The most beautiful couple ever — this news just made my week!”
“From Blackpool to baby bottles, they make life look magical!”
“We’ve watched their love story unfold for a decade — this is the perfect next chapter.”

Even Strictly legends couldn’t resist joining the celebration:

Tess Daly wrote: “Double the sparkle, double the love! 💕 So thrilled for you both.”

Craig Revel Horwood added cheekily: “Darlings, may your next baby inherit your fabulousness — and none of your dropped frames!”

Claudia Winkleman simply commented: “This made me cry. And dance. 🖤”

💖 A Legacy of Love
As the couple prepares for baby number two, they’re also preparing for a new chapter — one where their passion for dance blends with their devotion to family.

“We’re not stepping away from Strictly,” Aljaž clarified. “We’re stepping into something bigger. This next chapter is about teaching others to find their rhythm — on the floor, and in life.”

And with that, Strictly’s most beloved couple have once again reminded Britain what real love looks like: laughter, teamwork, and the courage to keep twirling through change.