Julian Caillon is a professional dancer from Sydney, Australia, with French and Italian heritage. He began dancing at the age of 10, specialising in Ballroom and Latin American dance, and went on to represent Australia internationally, earning multiple state titles, a national championship, and competing across Europe and Asia.

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Julian has built an impressive career across television, theatre, and live performance. In Australia, he appeared in three seasons of Dancing with the Stars and has been a featured performer with Burn the Floor since 2014, touring extensively and performing in major productions around the world.

 

In 2025, Julian joined the professional cast of Strictly Come Dancing for his debut series. Partnered with actress Balvinder Sopal, the pair captured audiences with their dynamic performances and remarkable journey to the Semi-Final in Julian’s very first season. Following the success of the series, Julian joined both the Strictly Come Dancing Live Arena Tour and the Strictly Professionals Tour, performing to thousands of fans across the UK.

 

Alongside his dance career, Julian holds qualifications as a Personal Trainer and a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology. His passion for movement extends beyond the dance floor, with a strong interest in health, performance, and endurance sport, including training for Ironman and triathlon events.

 

Whether performing on stage, competing in sport, or inspiring others through movement, Julian brings energy, authenticity, and a genuine love of performance to everything he does. He is thrilled to be returning for the next series of Strictly Come Dancing and looks forward to creating more unforgettable moments in the ballroom.