SIMON BARNETT, 50, MORE FM

What an honour to make the top 10. How does it feel?

I’m picking myself up off the floor. People are coming up to me and saying, “Are you sure you’ve got the right Simon Barnett? There must be two.” My wife Jodi was sweet. She said, “I’ve known it all along,” but my kids think it’s the funniest thing that’s ever happened. As for my co-host Gary McCormick, he’s convinced they’ve got the wrong guy. I’m genuinely flattered!

Is that jealousy from Gary?

He reckons the only reason he’s not in the competition is it would be too unfair on everybody else – he’s valiantly bowed out!

What’s been your campaign strategy?

I’m not campaigning – there’s something creepy and desperate about soliciting for votes to say, “Do you think I’m good-looking?” It’s like a Mormon door-knocking – I’m not expecting a hugely positive response.

Why, in your opinion, are voters choosing you?

What you’re asking is, what do I think is drop-dead gorgeous about me? I’d have to say my shoulders. No man wears an off-the-shoulder jumper quite like I do. It’s not my favourite feature – that would be my bottom. I can’t stop looking at it as I pass shop windows.

How do you rate your chances?

With the lack of campaigning, I’m really rolling the dice. But I’m hoping people remember the dad bod from DancingwiththeStars!

How do you stay in shape?

I swim three or four times a week. I have a gym set-up at home so I do a few weights and I walk lots. I definitely do take care of myself physically, but I enjoy my red wines too – it’s all about balance.

You covered up for the shoot. Was that a tactical move?

I’ve taken my leanings from George Clooney. The older you get, the less inclined you are to flash the flesh – rather, you try to look debonair. That’s my inspiration!

What might winning do for your career?

If I do get crowned, the first thing I’ll do is register as an American citizen as that puts me in good stead for the next presidential campaign. If Trump can get there, this radio hunk can get there too. Second thing is, I’ll flash my award at work for all the naysayers and thirdly, I’ll put a huge blow-up picture of myself above my bed so Jodi sees what a lucky girl she is.

I’ve taken my leanings from George ’ Clooney – Simon