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Strictly Come Dancing 2019: Official photos see Michelle Visage, Jamie Laing and co put on the glitz ahead of launch night

Strictly Come Dancing 2019: Official photos see Michelle Visage, Jamie Laing and co put on the glitz ahead of launch night

Its almost time, folks! Strictly Come Dancing 2019 is just days away and were already ridiculously h..

adminSeptember 3, 2019 6:00 am

Its almost time, folks! Strictly Come Dancing 2019 is just days away and were already ridiculously hyped for all the drama thats about to unfold.

There have already been accidents on and off the dancefloor, but so far everyones still raring to go ahead of the first ever group performance and couple reveal this weekend.

(Weve already got our thoughts on whos getting who, if youre interested in playing the prediction game too).

To tease us just a little more about what to expect, the stars have now put on the glitz to show off their first proper fabulous outfits.

So, to remind you just what to expect this season, meet your 2019 Strictly Come Dancing contestants….

David James

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David was convinced to take part by 2008 contestant Mark Foster (Picture: PA)

Footballer David James was a surprise addition to this years series, with the star admitting that Mark Foster (who took part in 2008) was the one who convinced him to do it.

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Speaking on an Instagram video, David said: He said it was so great and I had to do it. So here I am, with the glittery balls.

Calling his signature move the YMCA, he revealed that he was hoping to lean into his classical music side.

Still no news on whether hes going to get a snazzy haircut head of the first ever official competitive dance.

Michelle Visage

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Michelle is out to prove 50 is fabulous (Picture: PA)

Michelle Visage is already used to the glitter and hairspray needed to get yourself ballroom ready.

Thanks to Drag Race, she should also be used to the sassy judges comments too.

Speaking on the announcement, Michelle said: Getting to do Strictly in my favourite place on Earth is an actual DREAM! Im so excited to show that being 50 doesnt mean life stops.

Things may not work like they did when I was 20, but 50 also means “FABULOUS!”

Chris Ramsey

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Chris is hoping he doesnt get yelled at too much in rehearsals (Picture: PA)

Stand-up comedian Chris reckons his history in dealing with utter humiliation thanks to his job will prove useful on the dancefloor.

Speaking on Instagram, he said that he hoped that he will become his own dance icon, which might prove easier said than done after his record of the first ever rehearsals.

He also told his wife Rosie on their shared podcast Shagged, Married, Annoyed that he doesnt care who hes matched with as long as they dont yell at him too much.

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Catherine Tyldesley

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Cath reckons her dancing skills are on par with Mr Bean (Picture: PA)

Corrie star Cath Tyldesley admits that dancing on live TV is the scariest thing she can think of, with her abilities around the same as Mr Bean.

Now thats a dance-off wed love to see.

She joked on Instagram her favourite move is Tragedy by Steps, with her acting skills coming in handy when covering up a multitude of ever.

But if shes anything like her on-screen persona Eva Price, we know shes going to tackle it all head on, and probably smash it.

Karim Zeroual

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CBBC presenter Karim is looking forward to putting on some cuban heels (Picture: PA)

Karim is very clearly a Strictly fan, and is sure to bring in the kids for a fun-filled family Saturday night.

On the announcement, he declared: Im so excited to be Strictlified. I want THE LOT. The skimpiest of clothes, the widest of flares, the brightest of colours and the tallest Cuban heel a guy can find!

The more flamboyant the better… sequins galore please!!

Be careful what you wish for there, Karim!

Alex Scott

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Alex Scott is already the bookies fave (Picture: PA)

Alex Scott has walked home with the Strictly for Sports Relief win last year and is already bookies favourite to take home the gold.

I am absolutely buzzing to be signed up to Strictly. Its the show Ive always wanted to do and I cant believe Im finally going to be part of it, she said on the announcement.

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Im super excited, but also terrified at the same time… The football pitch is a bit less glam than the ballroom, but Im ready to try the sequins and dresses! Bring it on!

Dev Griffin

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Dev wants everyone to know hes in it to win it (Picture: PA)

Hes faced SAS: Who Dares Wins, can talk up a storm on the radio, but can he face Craig Revel-Horwood?

I just cant believe Im doing Strictly, it just doesnt feel real yet!

Its going to be so much fun, but just to be clear, Im not doing this to take part, Im totally in it to win it!

I cant wait to meet my partner and start practicing.

Anneka Rice

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Anneka was feeling reckless after her kids left uni (Picture: PA)

Anneka Rice is a TV legend, and decided to do the show because she was feeling slightly reckless after her last son left university.

Ive been asked before but Ive said no up until now, because I cant dance, she told the cameras.

Her main hopes on the show are to get down the main staircase in a graceful way, and to perform to Dusty Springfields I Only Wanna Be With You.

James Cracknell

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James has already apologised to his kids (Picture: PA)

James Cracknell is used to showing off his skills in a rowing boat – so will that hand-eye coordination be any use to him in the Strictly competition?

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Apparently not – because James doesnt sound too sure of himself.

He said of the announcement: Having spent so many years mucking around in a rowing boat with big men in tight lycra, its time I learned a new skill.

I need to apologise to my kids in advance for the embarrassment.

Emma Barton

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Emma is hoping to improve beyond dancing around a handbag (Picture: PA)

Emma has been a leading lady in the annual dance specials for Children in Need by the Eastenders cast – but shes still worried about how shell come off on Strictly.

On her announcement, Emma said: Im very much a dance around your handbag kinda girl, but now Ive been given this wonderful opportunity to learn all the different styles of dancing from the very best in the business.

Jamie Laing

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Jamies hoping to make his mum proud (Picture: PA)

Jamie Laing has already found himself in serious trouble after getting a nasty leg injury just days before rehearsals were due to start.

At the time of writing though, hes still ready to go looking jazzy in a blue suit, and he told cameras he wants to go on the show to make his mum proud.

Im ready for everything! he declared. Lets do this!

For his dream song, he wants to perform to MMMBop by Hanson, and eventually become a good enough dancer to compete with Danny Zuko himself, John Travolta.

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