Reality TV couples often find their private lives thrust into the spotlight, but few have had to navigate the line between documentary and drama quite like Stacey Dooley and Kevin Clifton. Since winning Strictly Come Dancing together in 2018, the pair have faced show cancellations, marriage reluctance, and persistent divorce rumors — all while building a family. Here’s what the BBC programme pages, interviews, and tabloid reports actually reveal about their relationship and TV future.

BBC series title: Stacey Dooley Sleeps Over ·
Year first aired: 2020 ·
Main cast: Stacey Dooley, Kevin Clifton ·
Married: No ·
Number of children: 1 (daughter Minnie, b. 2023) ·
Latest series: Series 3 listed on BBC Three

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
2What’s unclear
  • Exact broadcast dates for Series 3 episodes
  • Whether Dooley and Clifton will eventually marry
  • If This Is My House will be revived elsewhere
3Timeline signal
  • 2018: Won Strictly together, started dating (Evening Standard)
  • 2023: Daughter Minnie born (Mirror)
  • 2023: This Is My House cancelled after two series (Metro)
  • 2023: Series 3 of Stacey Dooley Sleeps Over listed (BBC Programme page)
4What’s next
  • Series 3 episodes of Stacey Dooley Sleeps Over awaiting broadcast
  • No new series announced for This Is My House
  • Couple continues to co-parent and live together

The table below summarizes the key facts about Stacey Dooley and Kevin Clifton, drawing from official sources and interviews.

Key facts about Stacey Dooley and Kevin Clifton
Label Value
Full names Stacey Dooley, Kevin Clifton
Relationship started 2018 (after Strictly win) (Evening Standard)
Marriage status Not married (Evening Standard)
Children One daughter (Minnie, b. Jan 2023) (Mirror)
BBC series Stacey Dooley Sleeps Over (Series 3 available) (BBC Programme page)
Other BBC show This Is My House (cancelled after 2 series) (Metro)
Residence UK (not publicly detailed)

Are Stacey and Kevin Still Together?

Yes, Stacey Dooley and Kevin Clifton are still together as of mid-2026. The couple met and won Strictly Come Dancing in 2018, and began dating shortly after. Dooley split from her previous partner Sam Tucknott in April 2019 amid rumors about her closeness to Clifton, according to the Mirror. In 2023 they welcomed their first child, a daughter named Minnie. Despite ongoing speculation, Dooley has publicly dismissed split rumors, calling them “utter nonsense” on social media (Mirror, 2025 update).

Recent statements from the couple

In a July 2023 interview with the Evening Standard, Dooley said she was reluctant to marry Clifton, a three-times divorced former Strictly professional. “I think marriage is a lovely thing, but I don’t think it proves stability,” she said, adding that many marriages end in divorce. The comment was widely interpreted as a sign of hesitation, not a rift.

Divorce rumors timeline

  • 2023: Dooley’s marriage reluctance comments fuel rumors of trouble. (Evening Standard)
  • 2024-2025: Tabloid reports claim the couple hit a “tough patch,” but no confirmation from either party. (Mirror)
  • 2025: The Mirror updates its relationship timeline, noting the couple are still together and co-parenting. (Mirror)

The implication: divorce rumors seem to stem from Dooley’s cautious remarks about marriage, not from any actual separation. The couple remains a unit, with their daughter as the public focus.

Has Stacey Dooley’s BBC Show Been Renewed for a Third Series?

Yes. The BBC programme page for Stacey Dooley Sleeps Over lists a Series 3 with three episodes, though no upcoming broadcast dates have been confirmed as of mid-2026 (BBC Programme page). The listing was last updated in June 2023, indicating the series was produced but not yet scheduled.

BBC renewal announcement

The BBC has not issued a formal press release for Series 3, but the programme page is the official source. Unlike This Is My House, which was cancelled after two series in 2023 (Metro), Stacey Dooley Sleeps Over appears to be continuing.

Expected release window for season 3

No confirmed release date. Based on the pattern of previous series, a late 2026 or early 2027 broadcast is plausible, but the BBC has not commented.

The pattern: Dooley’s flagship documentary series is still active, while her panel show This Is My House was axed. The BBC’s decision to keep one and cancel the other suggests a preference for her documentary output over entertainment formats.

Why Is Stacey’s Mum Not in the Show?

This question is often asked about Stacey Dooley Sleeps Over and other projects. Dooley’s mother, Tricia, has not appeared in the series. The family has not given a public reason, but it is understood to be a choice for privacy. Dooley has stated in interviews that she prefers to keep certain family members out of the spotlight. No speculation beyond that is warranted.

The implication: the family’s consistent privacy on this matter suggests a deliberate boundary that the BBC respects.

Where Can I Watch Stacey’s Shows?

BBC iPlayer and BBC One broadcast

Stacey Dooley Sleeps Over is available on BBC iPlayer in the UK. The show originally aired on BBC Three. This Is My House was broadcast on BBC One and is also on iPlayer.

International availability

No confirmed international streaming deals for either show. Both are BBC-owned and may be available on services like BritBox or Amazon Prime Video in select regions, but this has not been verified.

The catch: international viewers may need to wait for a platform deal, but no announcement has been made.

The upshot

Stacey Dooley remains a BBC documentary staple, with a new series already in the can. Her personal life, though scrutinized, is stable — but the couple’s decision to not marry keeps the tabloid machine churning. For viewers, the key takeaway is that Series 3 exists, even if the BBC hasn’t aired it yet.

Stacey Dooley: Relationship Timeline

  1. 2018: Dooley and Clifton win Strictly Come Dancing and begin dating. (Evening Standard)
  2. April 2019: Dooley splits from partner Sam Tucknott (Mirror).
  3. 2020: Stacey Dooley Sleeps Over Series 1 airs on BBC Three. (BBC Programme page)
  4. 2021: Series 2 of the show airs. (BBC Programme page)
  5. January 2023: Daughter Minnie born. (Mirror)
  6. June 2023: This Is My House cancelled after two series (Metro).
  7. July 2023: Dooley says she is reluctant to marry (Evening Standard).
  8. 2023: Series 3 of Stacey Dooley Sleeps Over listed on BBC programme page. (BBC Programme page)
The trade-off

Dooley’s decision to keep her relationship private while hosting a show about sleeping over at strangers’ homes creates a constant tension. The public gets a documentary about others, but the camera rarely turns on her own home — except when tabloids fill the gap.

Key quotes from the couple

“I think marriage is a lovely thing, but I don’t think it proves stability.”

— Stacey Dooley, Evening Standard, July 2023

“There are two sides to every story.”

— Stacey Dooley, responding to allegations from Sam Tucknott, Mirror

“Decisions had to be made.”

— BBC spokesperson on the cancellation of This Is My House, Metro

For Stacey Dooley, the path forward is clear: her documentary series is alive, her relationship is intact, and the BBC still trusts her with a platform. The trade-off is that every public remark about marriage or family will be dissected — because that’s the price of being a reality TV host who also lives in the tabloid crosshairs.

Fans eager for updates on the couple’s journey can find the latest on the Stacey & Joe season 3 renewal and what it means for the show’s future.

Frequently asked questions

Will there be a season 3 of Stacey Dooley Sleeps Over?

A third series is listed on the BBC programme page, though no broadcast dates have been announced.

Is Stacey Dooley married to Kevin Clifton?

No, they are not married. Dooley has expressed reluctance to marry.

Why is Stacey’s mum not in the show?

Her mother has chosen not to appear. No further public explanation has been given.

Are Stacey and Kevin divorced?

No, they are not divorced because they were never married. They remain a couple.

Where can I watch Stacey Dooley Sleeps Over?

The show is available on BBC iPlayer in the UK.

Did Stacey Dooley’s BBC show get cancelled?

This Is My House was cancelled after two series. Stacey Dooley Sleeps Over has a third series listed.