Strictly announce X Factor star as 12th celebrity to join the 2022 line-up

2022-08-11

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X Factor singer Fleur East has been announced as the 12th contestant to land a place in this year's Strictly Come Dancing.

The Saturday Night Takeaway star is swapping her hosting duties for glitzy costumes and high heels as she makes her way to the BBC for this years epic competition.

While the singer – who found fame on Simon Cowell's talent finding programme – is "thrilled" to be part of the 2022 line-up, she is also "nervous" about her upcoming appointment.

Announcing the bombshell news on the Hits Radio Breakfast show, the songwriter said: "I'm equally nervous and thrilled to be part of this year's Strictly line up."

She added: "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."

There is also a sentimental reason behind Fleur's Strictly adventure as the I'm A Celebrity star explained, she was taking part for her late father Malcolm – who died in 2020.

Fleur explained on the show: "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 on!"

"I’m excited to learn new skills and I want to soak up every moment of this magical experience."

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