Former Corrie star Georgia May Foote is confirmed to appear on the upcoming series of Strictly Come Dancing.
Speaking to BBC Breakfast this morning, Georgia said she has known since April and is delighted to have the opportunity to partake in the celebrity dancing competition.
“I am so excited to be part of Strictly 2015! It is something I have always wanted to take part in and now I just can’t wait to get started! I love dancing and I love a challenge so this is the perfect experience for me”.
Georgia left the popular soap earlier this year and in addition to her acting career, she’s been signed as a model with Select.
The other celebrities confirmed to appear in Strictly this year include TV chef Ainsley Harriot, Eastenders actress Kellie Bright (Linda Carter) and BBC Radio 2 DJ Jeremy Vine.
Kellie is another soap star taking part in Strictly this year