Aljaž Škorjanec and Janette Manrara have long been one of Strictly Come Dancing’s most adored couples, winning over viewers with their chemistry both on and off the dancefloor. Now, the beloved pair have shared a life update even more emotional than any performance — they are expecting their second child.
The announcement immediately sent fans into meltdown, with the couple unveiling the news in a deeply personal and moving way that perfectly reflected the romance and warmth they have become known for.
Rather than opting for glitter, costumes or a dramatic studio reveal, Aljaž and Janette chose an intimate family moment. In a softly lit setting at home, Janette rested her head on Aljaž’s shoulder as they gently swayed together, while their daughter Lyra wandered nearby. The touching clip then cut to an ultrasound image alongside the message: “Our family’s growing… and so is our dream.”
Within moments, the video had exploded online, sparking an emotional reaction from the Strictly fanbase, with many saying they had been left in tears by the couple’s joyful update.
Opening up about the decision to keep the news private for a while, Janette said: “We kept this a secret close to our hearts. Lyra’s first year was magical… but also overwhelming. This new baby is our reminder to slow down, take life in, and savor every moment.”
Aljaž also spoke candidly about how parenthood has changed them, saying: “People think we’re unstoppable. But becoming parents changes everything. The real choreography happens here — at home, not under the studio lights.”
The couple’s latest baby joy comes after a journey that has included emotional challenges, sleepless nights and the pressures of family life, making this new chapter feel even more meaningful for them and for the fans who have followed their story so closely.
But the baby news was not the only surprise. Aljaž and Janette also revealed a major new venture, announcing plans to launch Dance Without Limits, a global online dance academy set to begin in spring 2026.
Explaining the idea behind the project, Aljaž said: “We want to bring ballroom into every home. Kids, grandparents, beginners — anyone with a heartbeat and a little rhythm.”
Janette added: “People always ask us to teach them the way we learned together… So we thought — why not open our doors to the world?”
The new platform is expected to offer livestreamed classes, interactive challenges and one-to-one coaching, turning their passion for dance into something families around the world can be part of.
Their latest announcement has only added another emotional layer to a love story that Strictly fans have followed for years. After meeting on the show, falling in love and marrying in 2016, the pair became one of the franchise’s most cherished success stories. Their family journey has remained a source of huge public affection ever since.
Reflecting on what matters most, Aljaž said: “Strictly is extraordinary… but coming home to Janette and Lyra — that’s the encore that matters most.”
The response online was immediate, with fans and fellow Strictly stars celebrating the news. Messages of love flooded social media, as viewers hailed the family as “pure magic” and said the announcement had made their week.
As the excitement continued to build, Aljaž left fans with one final line that summed up the scale of the moment: “We’re not stepping away from Strictly. We’re stepping into something even bigger.”
For Aljaž and Janette, this is not just another celebrity baby announcement. It is the start of a new chapter filled with love, change and a growing family — with plenty more sparkle still to come.
