Who is confirmed for Strictly Come Dancing 2016?

BBC Breakfast's Naga Munchetty, DJ Melvin Odoom, sports presenter Ore Oduba, TV star Laura Whitmore, politician Ed Balls and pop star Will Young are among the 15-strong line-up...

Daisy Lowe

Model Daisy Lowe admits that despite her experience on the catwalk she is nervous about having all eyes on her when she hits the dance floor.

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“I am used to being on the catwalk and campaigns of major fashion brands with lots of eyes on me but this is completely different from anything I have ever done before! My family and friends and I adore Strictly, so when the chance came up to take part – I jumped at it! I am itching to get started and am so looking forward to learning a new skill.”

As well as modelling, Lowe has appeared in various feature and independent films and also has a cookery book entitled ‘Sweetness & Light’.

Danny Mac

Former Hollyoaks star Danny Mac – who played Mark ‘Dodger’ Savage from 2011 to 2015 – admits he’s “as terrified” as he is “excited” about joining the cast of Strictly Come Dancing 2016.

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“I’ve done a few bits and bobs of secret filming for the show and it’s all become very real now. I can’t believe that I am now part of the biggest show on television and I cannot wait to get started,” said Danny.