Thursday 27 August 2015

Kirsty Gallacher and athlete Iwan Thomas are revealed as Strictly Come Dancing's final two contestants

Kirsty Gallacher flashes a hint of toned tum in white two piece after she and athlete Iwan Thomas are revealed as Strictly Come Dancing's final two contestants

TV presenter and Kirsty Gallacher and athlete Iwan Thomas are the last two stars joining the upcoming series of Strictly Come Dancing.
The final additions to the celebrity line-up were announced on The One Show on Thursday evening, where Sky Sports favourite Kirsty and Welsh sprinter Iwan got the opportunity to express their excitement at the news.
Kirsty declared: 'I’ve always been a huge fan of Strictly so am very excited to be taking part in the show this year. 
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Hot favourite: Sky Sports presenter Kirsty Gallacher revealed the rumours about her participation in the upcoming series of Strictly Come Dancing were true during an announcement on The One Show on Thursday
Hot favourite: Sky Sports presenter Kirsty Gallacher revealed the rumours about her participation in the upcoming series of Strictly Come Dancing were true during an announcement on The One Show on Thursday
'Sport and fitness have always been a big part of my life but dancing is an entirely new challenge for me. I can't wait to get started.'
The 39-year-old star is one of the UK’s most respected ports broadcasters, enjoying a long and successful career at Sky Sports News and currently anchors their popular afternoon slot.
Chic: The stunning presenter showed off her incredible figure in a two-piece bandage dress as she left the BBC studios
Chic: The stunning presenter showed off her incredible figure in a two-piece bandage dress as she left the BBC studios 
Welsh sprinter Iwan represented Great Britain and Northern Ireland at the 1996 Olympic Games in the 400 metres and Wales at the Commonwealth Games, but was affected by a number of ankle injuries before his retirement from the professional sport.
'I love watching the show and I can't believe I'm swapping my running spikes for dancing shoes,' the 41-year-old star - who regularly presents features on The One Show and BT Sports - said.
Busting a move: Welsh athlete Iwan Thomas will be swapping the athletics track for the dancefloor
Busting a move: Welsh athlete Iwan Thomas will be swapping the athletics track for the dancefloor
'I used to be quick at running around the track and I'm just hoping my dance partner doesn't leave me behind.' 
The 2015 line-up is now complete and fans can tune in at 7.15pm on BBC One on Saturday 5 September for the launch show.
The news comes after Call The Midwife star Helen George was unveiled as the 13th contestant on Wednesday.
Excited: Speaking on The One Show, Kirsty declared: 'I’ve always been a huge fan of Strictly so am very excited to be taking part in the show this year'
Excited: Speaking on The One Show, Kirsty declared: 'I’ve always been a huge fan of Strictly so am very excited to be taking part in the show this year'
Ready for action: No doubt Kirsty will have no trouble keeping up with the dance routines
Ready for action: No doubt Kirsty will have no trouble keeping up with the dance routines
Ready for action: No doubt Kirsty will have no trouble keeping up with the dance routines 


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