Mark reckons he can bust a move, but what do his friends think? Pop star will join Mark Wright and Scott Mills on the dance floor. ", Steve Backshall to compete on Strictly Come Dancing, Judy Murray signs up for Strictly Come Dancing, Wales announces two-week national lockdown, Instagram being investigated over handling of children's data, Five reasons record-breaking Miedema is awesome. He currently hosts the weekday early afternoon show on the station from 1pm to 4pm and the weekly Official Chart Update show. Please be respectful when making a comment and adhere to our Community Guidelines. To enjoy the CBBC Newsround website at its best you will need to have JavaScript turned on. Last updated at 01:33 From the jungle to the dancefloor With the new series of BBC's Strictly Come Dancing just around the corner, the line-up is now complete. As a young actress she appeared in the West End production of ‘Chitty Chitty Bang Bang’ at the London Palladium and as Louisa von Trapp in BBC One’s ‘Celebrate the Sound of Music’ before embarking on her successful music career. What would Simon Cowell say? We'll let Thom answer that one: "I'm really looking forward to my Strictly makeover - bring on Strictly and bring on the spandex!". Bargain Hunt presenter Tim Wonnacott is stepping away from the auction gavel and on to the dance floor. Will Caroline Flack have the X Factor on the dance floor? Showbiz reporter Alison Hammond can usually be found interviewing the biggest stars in the world, from Hugh Jackman to Will Smith. TV presenter and personality Alison Hammond is joining the Strictly line-up – a bit of a reality show upgrade from her Big Brother days. Create a commenting name to join the debate, There are no Independent Premium comments yet - be the first to add your thoughts, There are no comments yet - be the first to add your thoughts. I'm in total denial!". Pixie started her career as an actress in the West End and has gone on the have a successful pop career. However, dancing isn't something that she's used to: Judy said: "I'm a huge Strictly Come Dancing fan but a total armchair dancer. You may be able to find more information about this and similar content at piano.io, The reads book industry experts are gifting, Rochelle Humes shares stunning family photos, AJ Pritchard on watching Strictly after leaving, Strictly fans notice Jamie and Karen's resemblance, 11 soul-soothing spa hotels in the Cotswolds, Great British Bake Off's Nadiya on adoption plans, The books that shaped me: Romesh Ranganathan, Rochelle Humes shares adorable new baby photos, Good Housekeeping, Part of the Hearst UK Fashion & Beauty Network. It's going to be a big challenge for me and for whoever has to dance with me but I absolutely can't wait to get started!". I always want to push myself as a performer so can't wait to learn the routines.". Swapping the rugby ball for the glitter ball, former Scottish rugby international Thom Evans will be hitting the dance floor. Now the fun-loving presenter from This Morning will be the one having to answer the all important question: can you dance? He said: "I want to make my daughter proud and no doubt she will be teaching me a pirouette or two along the way". I always want to push myself as a performer so can't wait to learn the routines.”. Our journalists will try to respond by joining the threads when they can to create a true meeting of independent Premium. Foundations and concealers for flawless skin, The best long sleeve dresses to buy right now. Good Housekeeping participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may get paid commissions on editorially chosen products purchased through our links to retailer sites. She's made her name presenting the likes of I'm a Celebrity, Get me out of Here Now! Gregg Wallace Check out this year’s full line-up and the professional dancers they've been partnered with, Tess Daly talks Strictly Come Dancing and having a Big Idea, Strictly Come Dancing 2014: Line-up, news and gossip, Katie Piper is announced as the first Strictly Come Dancing 2018 contestant, Strictly 2019: Everything you need to know, 10 best moments of Strictly Come Dancing 2014. The singer confirmed the news in a Vine posted on the official BBC Strictly Twitter feed after teasing the news to her 1.65 million followers this morning. What does he think of his chances of winning? I am ready to immerse myself in glitter and hard work, with a dash of fun along the way! She said: "I'm so excited to be doing Strictly, it's going to be a lot of fun. The last three contestants have been confirmed as MasterChef presenter Gregg Wallace, Bargain Hunt's Tim Wonnacott and star of Mrs Brown's Boys, Jennifer Gibney. As a proud dad he isn't just doing this for himself though. Originally known for his appearances on TV show The Only Way is Essex he has gone on to become a radio DJ and regular presenter on TV. Our glittering line-up for Strictly Come Dancing 2014. The greengrocer turned MasterChef judge will be looking to cook up a few treats on the dance floor throughout the series. Independent Premium Comments can be posted by members of our membership scheme, Independent Premium. Jennifer Gibney stars in Mrs Brown's Boys so she's certainly used to the nation watching her. Judy Murray was the second celebrity to join the show. Sunetra Sarker is hanging up her stethoscope and swapping Casualty for Strictly. Actress Jennifer Gibney is best known for her role on 'Mrs Brown's Boys', Caroline Flack will be showing off her dance moves, Reality TV star Mark Wright from The Only Way Is Essex, Actor Jake Dylan Wood, known for playing Max Branning in EastEnders, Judy Murray said she "can't wait to get started", Frankie Bridge from pop group The Saturdays, Reality TV star and former Big Brother contestant Alison Hammond is set for the dancefloor, Thom Evans will be trying his hand at ballroom dancing, Blue singer Simon Webbe is confirmed to show off his dance moves. Judy Murray, mother of tennis star Andy, will be hoping that her son's success rubs off on her as she aims to serve up some impressive routines. Does Mark have the Wright stuff for victory? Four more celebrities are still to be confirmed. on 14 December 2014: Mark Wright: Former The Only Way Is Essex star Karen Hauer: Eliminated 12th on 20 December 2014: Frankie Bridge: The Saturdays singer Kevin Clifton: Runners-up on 20 December 2014: Simon Webbe: Blue singer & actor Kristina Rihanoff: Caroline Flack: Television presenter: Pasha Kovalev: Winners on 20 December 2014 He's used to dealing with numbers on his show, and he will be on the hunt for some high scores from the judges. All contestants will now enter the hit show and battle it out for the glitterball trophy. Gregg Wallace MasterChef judge. "They call me 'Markey no-moves'! Want an ad-free experience?Subscribe to Independent Premium. All the contestants for BBC One’s Strictly Come Dancing 2014 have been announced. It hits our screens on Sunday 7 September. It allows our most engaged readers to debate the big issues, share their own experiences, discuss real-world solutions, and more. Pixie Lott has been confirmed as the eleventh celebrity taking party in this year’s Strictly Come Dancing. Simon Webb is the first man in the line-up. Will her dancing be as successful as their Christmas special? Strictly Come Dancing 2014: Pixie Lott joins celebrity line-up. Are you sure you want to delete this comment? I am so excited to get started and I just want to get through the first dance with no mistakes….plus I really want to master my 'dance face'!". Check out this year’s full line-up and the professional dancers they've been partnered with. TV presenter Caroline Flack has switched allegiances, trading in her Xtra Factor gig for its BBC One rival. The 23-year-old has had two number one singles, with her debut album Mama Do selling over 1.5 million copies in 2009. The professional pop star and actress, who is likely to have a strong advantage in the dancing competition, joins a celebrity line-up including Scott Mills, Mark Wright and Judy Murray. Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? Frankie Bridge is one-fifth of girl band The Saturdays so, like many before her, has some dance training, but not ballroom. Will Radio 1 DJ Scott Mills be number one? Blonde singer Pixie Lott is one of the biggest celeb names to pick up her dancing shoes. Start your Independent Premium subscription today. We’re assuming The Only Way Is Essex star Mark Wright won’t have any trouble with the skin-tight outfits. Casualty actress Sunetra Sarker will be taking time out of the emergency room to take part in the competition. King of puddings Greg Wallace is taking a break from MasterChef. "There's always a chance of being the first Walford resident to take home the glitterball... Bring it on!". Thom Evans is bringing the handsome, rugby player element to the show this year. Who will eat all those desserts? Not happy with having 40 number ones worldwide and selling 16 million albums, Simon Webbe from boy band Blue is now hoping for one more hit. Are you sure you want to mark this comment as inappropriate? Scott says: "When I was younger, my Nan danced the foxtrot and waltz and it would be great for me to learn those dances, but I will be out of my comfort zone. What does a tough rugby player like to wear? Alison said: "I am absolutely overjoyed to be joining the Strictly team. The existing Open Comments threads will continue to exist for those who do not subscribe to Independent Premium. Whatever happens, I'm really looking forward to the weekly fake tans!". Jake Wood is best known for playing Max Branning in BBC One's EastEnders. With the new series of BBC's Strictly Come Dancing just around the corner, the line-up is now complete. All the contestants for BBC One’s Strictly Come Dancing 2014 have been announced. Tim presents the antiques auction game show Bargain Hunt. She says: "Ever since I was a presenter on CBBC and used to see the judges walking around Television Centre I have wanted to be on the show. Radio One DJ Scott Mills is going in front of the camera for once as he joins the celebrity line-up. We earn a commission for products purchased through some links in this article. Jake Wood is swapping Albert Square for the dance floor. ... Last night saw the much anticipated return of Strictly Come Dancing… Pixie joins Frankie Bridge, Judy Murray, Alison Hammond, Thom Evans, Simon Webbe, Mark Wright, Sunetra Sarker, Jake Wood, Steve Backshall and Scott Mills in this year’s battle for the ballroom. The only way is Strictly for reality TV star Mark Wright. Frankie Bridge from pop band The Saturdays will be swapping microphones for sequins as she has her eyes fixed on more than just a winning dance: She said "I'm such a huge fan of Strictly! So there you have it, your complete Strictly Come Dancing 2014 cast list all officially confirmed. You can find our Community Guidelines in full here. Please continue to respect all commenters and create constructive debates. Scott's been on BBC Radio 1 for over 15 years. She'll have to get her pixie boots on for this new dancing challenge. This content is created and maintained by a third party, and imported onto this page to help users provide their email addresses. and The Xtra Factor. Read about our approach to external linking. I'm genuinely petrified about dancing on national telly but Strictly is such an amazing show to be a part of and I can't wait to get stuck in and give it my all!". Due to the sheer scale of this comment community, we are not able to give each post the same level of attention, but we have preserved this area in the interests of open debate. 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