Strictly Come Dancing 2023: Angela Scanlon confirmed as sixth star for new series of BBC ballroom dancing competition
Strictly Come Dancing 2023: Angela Scanlon confirmed as sixth star for new series of BBC ballroom dancing competition
Angela Scanlon has been confirmed as the sixth celebrity to join the upcoming Strictly Come Dancing series.
The Irish TV presenter, 39, was announced as the latest name for the series on The Zoe Ball Breakfast Show on Monday morning.
Speaking to guest host Gaby Roslin, Angela admitted she’s both “shocked and excited” to take part in the beloved ballroom show.
Angela admitted that she hasn’t kept the secret of her participation very well, saying: I’ve told a few people, I’ve struggled myself a bit and hoped for a bit of feedback.
“If you tell me a secret and it’s super guarded, you can trust me not to tell, but this, I was ready to burst.” I’ve told 1,700 of my closest friends.’
Signed up! Angela Scanlon has been confirmed as the sixth celebrity to join the upcoming Strictly Come Dancing series
The One Show host also revealed that she has been in talks to join the show for years but had to postpone her participation after becoming a mother to daughters Ruby, four, and 18-month-old Marnie.
She said, “It’s been on the air for a few years and then I had a little kid and it just felt right this year. I believe in feelings and timing and all those things.
‘I’m not particularly fit, I have no idea how my pelvic floor will react to this dancing. I’ve never danced before, other than drunken jiving at a wedding.”
Gaby Roslin, who guest hosted Zoe’s show for the day, recalled how she first told Angela to compete on Strictly in 2016.
“If only I had practiced then!” she replied jokingly.
STRICTLY COME DANCE 2023: WHO ARE THE PARTICIPANTS?
Angela Rippon
Age: 78
Profession: Journalist
Angela says: “As a fan of Strictly since day one, and as a former Come Dancing host, this will be quite an adventure for me. A scary one, considering I’m about to turn 79. But I’m looking forward to the challenge and maybe even learning to dance the Argentine Tango.’
Amanda Abington
Age: 49
Profession: Actress
Amanda says: “I’m really glad I was asked to do Strictly. I’m actually very shy and self-conscious, so this will be a great opportunity for me to overcome those things.
Layton Williams
Age: 28
Profession: Actor
layton says: ‘Absolutely buzzing to confirm I will be taking part in THE most iconic dance competition in the UK! It’s time to take it to the ballroom. So excited to learn new skills from the best. Bring on the sequins… ALL the sequins!”
Krishnan Guru-Murphy
Age: 53
Profession: Journalist
krishna says: “I’m surprised, delighted and a little confused that I’m taking part in Strictly on a ‘you only live once!’ and I can’t wait to start learning how to dance, but I’m a little worried about my overall decline.’
Eddie Cady
Age: 40
Profession: Comedian and radio presenter
Eddie says: ‘WOW. Anyone who knows me understands that music and dance are so important and central to who I am.
“I am so incredibly proud and honored that Strictly and the BBC have asked me to join the 2023 team. I promise you, I’m going to give it all I’ve got. This will be a VIBE.