WHAT THE STARS SAY..

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TOM FLETCHER, 36

“My kids were excited until I started showing them my best daddancing in the kitchen.”

ROBERT WEBB, 44 “My goal is to survive without causing serious injury to myself or innocent bystanders.”

AJ ODUDU, 33

“I am fully committed to making the most of every second of the Strictly experience.” JOHN WHAITE, 33

“I can’t wait to hurl myself around the most glamorous dancefloor on Earth.”

RHYS STEPHENSON, 28

“I cannot wait to experience it all – the costumes, the orchestra, even Craig’s glare!”

SARA DAVIES, 37

“I’m really nervous because producers keep asking me if I can dance. I haven’t got a clue!”

KATIE MCGLYNN, 28

“I’m going to give it 110% on the dancefloor. As long as I don’t fall over, I’ll be happy.”

DAN WALKER, 44

“I am definitely excited, a bit worried. A small part of me is considering going into hiding!”

TILLY RAMSAY, 19

“I’m always up for fun, new challenges and this will be my biggest adventure yet.”

GREG WISE, 55

“I’m thrilled to be dipping my toes, knees, hips and arms into this wonderful world.”

NINA WADIA, 52

“I like dancing like no-one’s watching. We just need to blindfold the judges and I’ll win!”

ROSE AYLING-ELLIS, 26

“To be the first deaf contestant on Strictly Come Dancing is a little bit scary.”

ADAM PEATY, 26

“I’m really looking forward to challenging myself away from the swimming pool.”

JUDI LOVE, 41

“I’m looking forward to pushing myself in something that I only dreamed of doing.”

UGO MONYE, 38

“What a dream come true! I love an outfit at the best of times, so bring on the sequins!”