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FLEUR East has revealed she’s signed up to Strictly Come Dancing 2022. The former X Factor star, who is now a presenter on Hits Radio, announced today that she’ll be competing in the show when it returns this autumn. Speaking on Hits radio this morning, Fleur, 34, said: "I’m equally nervous and thrilled to be part of this year’s Strictly line up. "I’m excited to learn new skills and I want to soak up every moment of this magical experience. "It’s such an honour to be on the show after years of watching it with my Father who loved it so much. "Unfortunately my Dad is no longer with us but I know he will be watching over the ballroom in spirit. More on Strictly WALTZING ON This is who is taking part in Strictly Come Dancing 2022 so far DANCING QUEEN X Factor and radio star is latest celeb to join Strictly Come Dancing 2022 "I’m doing this to make him and my family proud and can’t wait to get my dancing … [Read more...] about X Factor and radio star is latest celeb to join Strictly Come Dancing 2022

Countryfile presenter Hamza Yassin has been announced as the 13th celebrity to join Strictly Come Dancing 2022 line-up. ‘I am absolutely over the moon to be joining Strictly 2022. Never in a million years did I think I’d be on such a cool show,’ he said. ‘I’ve been watching it for years and I can’t believe I’ll actually be there dancing live in front of the British public.’ The wildlife cameraman, who also stars on Animal Park and appeared on the CBeebies show Let’s Go for a Walk as Ranger Hamza, admitted that his dance skills are ‘currently at the level of “1970s disco vibe”.’ However, he added that he’s ‘ready to work hard and will be shaking it every time I get the chance’, adding: ‘Shake it ’til you make it!’ As a guest presenter on Countryfile, Hamza has become known for sharing his knowledge about wildlife with viewers. When he was younger, Hamza, who was born in Sudan, moved to Scotland. After studying at Bangor University, he earned a degree in … [Read more...] about Countryfile presenter Hamza Yassin announced as 13th celebrity to join Strictly Come Dancing 2022 line-up

Superstar Fleur East has already become the favourite to lift the Glitterball after being the latest celebrity to join Strictly Come Dancing 2022. The Sax hitmaker, 34, said she feels ‘equally nervous and thrilled’ to join the popular programme. ‘I’m excited to learn new skills and I want to soak up every moment of this magical experience,’ she said. So far, the star-studded line-up includes Coronation Street stars Kym Marsh and Will Mellor, singer Molly Rainford and footballing legend Tony Adams . While it’s a little early to guess who will be crowned Strictly winner, it seems as though Fleur is the top contenter with Ladbrokes putting the former X Factor star at odds of 7/2. Alex Apati of Ladbrokes said: ‘Our traders clearly think Fleur will have the X Factor on the dancefloor this autumn, and the current odds suggest it’ll take something pretty spectacular to stop her from taking home this year’s Glitterball Trophy.’ While actress Kym is at 5/1 and … [Read more...] about Fleur East already early favourite to win Strictly Come Dancing 2022

Fleur East has tearfully revealed she’s honouring her late dad as she dusts off her dancing shoes for Strictly Come Dancing . The singer was announced as the 12th celebrity to join this year’s line-up, saying she’s ‘excited to learn new skills’ and wants to ‘soak up every moment of this magical experience.’ The 34-year-old also revealed how much this meant to her family, as she’ll be honouring her father who was a big Strictly fan. Fleur’s dad Malcolm ‘Max’ East died from a heart attack in 2020, during lockdown. Speaking to Ranvir Singh on Lorraine today, Fleur became emotional as she remembered her dad. ‘For me it’s sentimental because my dad, who passed away in 2020, Strictly was his favourite show,’ she shared. ‘I’m just going to be doing it for him. ‘I’m gutted he can’t see me do it, but I’m going to keep him in mind when I’m doing the show.’ She added: ‘My family for that reason are going to be buzzing.’ Fleur also shared how excited her … [Read more...] about Fleur East tearfully reveals signing up to Strictly Come Dancing ‘for her dad’: ‘I’m doing it for him’

The line-up for the 20th series of Strictly Come Dancing is coming thick and fast with radio DJ Tyler West confirmed to have signed up for the flagship BBC show. The Kiss FM star joins the likes of Paralympian Ellie Simmonds , comedian Jayde Adams , Loose Women presenter Kaye Adams , Radio 2 host Richie Anderson , Hear’Say singer and soap star Kym Marsh , and former Hollyoaks actor Will Mellor . The celebs will be pairing up with pro dancers as they hit the dancefloor in front of judges Shirley Ballas , Craig Revel Horwood , Motsi Mabuse , and Anton Du Beke . As he gets ready to strap on his dancing shoes and strut his stuff, here is everything you need to know about Tyler West. Who is Tyler West and how old is she? Tyler West is a 26-year-old radio host best known for appearing on air during weekday afternoons on KISS, for which he was nominated for a prestigious ARIA for Best New Presenter in 2020. He began his broadcasting career in … [Read more...] about Who is Tyler West as he joins the Strictly Come Dancing 2022 line-up?

Strictly Come Dancing co-stars Maisie Smith and Max George are said to be dating after recently being spotted kissing on a busy flight. Their romance was exposed after the 21-year-old EastEnders actress and the 33-year-old Wanted singer were photographed on a Jet2 plane taking them on holiday to Crete. Reports of their blossoming relationship come just days after it was claimed Max had split from Ryan Giggs’s ex-wife Stacey Giggs for a second time. Onlookers alleged that Maise and Max were ‘all over each other for the entire four-hour flight’ and were snogging. A source added to The Sun : ‘They are definitely an item. My wife said it was a bit over the top at one stage. ‘They were smooching, holding hands and kissing.’ The pair were also pictured trying to keep a low profile on the flight, with Max wearing a red bucket hat and Maisie sporting a pair of oversized sunglasses. Maisie and Max both competed in the 18 th series of Strictly in 2020, with … [Read more...] about Strictly Come Dancing co-stars Maisie Smith and Max George ‘secretly dating’ after being spotted ‘kissing on flight’

Ellie Taylor is the ninth celebrity contestant confirmed for the brand new series of Strictly Come Dancing . The comedian will join the likes of Bros heartthrob Matt Goss , Kiss FM DJ Tyler West , Paralympian Ellie Simmonds , comedian Jayde Adams , Loose Women presenter Kaye Adams , Radio 2 host Richie Anderson , Hear’Say singer and soap star Kym Marsh , and former Hollyoaks actor Will Mellor . Speaking on her announcement, Ellie said: ‘Well, cover me in fake tan and roll me in sequins! I’m absolutely over the moon to be a part of Strictly 2022! ‘I’ve watched the show for years so to be able to take to the dance floor is a dream come true, for both me and mum who is a Strictly super fan! ‘At the moment I’m focusing on the excitement and glitter and choosing to ignore the fact that I have the dancing ability of a newly born giraffe. Bring it on!’ The celebs will be pairing up with pro dancers as they hit the dancefloor in front of judges Shirley … [Read more...] about Who is Ellie Taylor as she joins the Strictly 2022 line up?

CBeebies and Countryfile presenter Hamza Yassin is the 13th star to join the Strictly Come Dancing 2022 lineup. He joins an already star-studded cast including pop star Fleur East , football icon Tony Adams MBE , Britain’s Got Talent’s Molly Rainford , comedian and author Ellie Taylor , Bros heartthrob Matt Goss , Kiss FM DJ Tyler West , Paralympian Ellie Simmonds , comedian Jayde Adams , Loose Women presenter Kaye Adams , Radio 2 host Richie Anderson , Hear’Say singer and soap star Kym Marsh , and former Hollyoaks actor Will Mellor . Talking about being cast on the show, Hamza said: ‘I am absolutely over the moon to be joining Strictly 2022. ‘Never in a million years did I think I’d be on such a cool show. I’ve been watching it for years and I can’t believe I’ll actually be there dancing live in front of the British public. ‘My dance skills are currently at the level of ‘1970’s disco vibe’ but I’m ready to work hard and will be shaking … [Read more...] about Who is Hamza Yassin as he joins the Strictly 2022 lineup?

Singer-songwriter Fleur East has been announced as the 12th contestant to join this year’s Strictly Come Dancing cast. She joins an already star-studded line-up including football icon Tony Adams MBE , Britain’s Got Talent’s Molly Rainford , comedian and author Ellie Taylor , Bros heartthrob Matt Goss , Kiss FM DJ Tyler West , Paralympian Ellie Simmonds , comedian Jayde Adams , Loose Women presenter Kaye Adams , Radio 2 host Richie Anderson , Hear’Say singer and soap star Kym Marsh , and former Hollyoaks actor Will Mellor . Upon being cast, Fleur hinted Strictly would be an emotional journey for her, as her late father was a fan of the show. ‘It’s such an honour to be on the show after years of watching it with my Father who loved it so much,’ she said. ‘Unfortunately my Dad is no longer with us but I know he will be watching over the ballroom in spirit. I’m doing this to make him and my family proud and can’t wait to get my dancing shoes … [Read more...] about Who is Fleur East as she joins the Strictly 2022 line up?

Dan Walker accidentally left Matt Goss ‘very, very nervous’ after revealing the ‘most uncomfortable’ part of his Strictly Come Dancing in 2021. Dan, 45, made it all the way to the quarter-finals of last year’s Strictly with Nadiya Bychkova, so knows a thing or two about the process. On Thursday, he was joined by one of this year’s competitors, singer Matt, 53, who has returned to the UK from Las Vegas in order to take part. Chatting on 5 News, Matt asked Dan to delve further into some of the notes he’d been giving him from his time last year. The 80s hitmaker said : ‘In regards to you doing it, you told me we’d have to do a dance before the photoshoot?’ ‘Oh yes, I was saying sometimes before you actually do the show, you’re in front of the cameras and they just ask you to dance. ‘That was my most uncomfortable moment ever,’ the former BBC Breakfast presenter admitted. ‘You’ve made me very, very nervous!’ Matt responded before Dan apologised and … [Read more...] about Matt Goss left ‘very nervous’ for Strictly stint after Dan Walker reveals his own ‘most uncomfortable moment’