Former American footballer Jason Bell is our second celebrity for Strictly 2020!

As revealed on tonight’s The One Show Jason Bell a broadcaster and former NFL player is the second celebrity contestant confirmed for a brand new series of Strictly.

Jason said: “Strictly is the epitome of British television and this year, more than ever, I’m so proud and humbled to be participating. Strictly was the first show I ever watched when I moved to the UK and I’m a massive fan. My 6 year-old daughter never got the chance to see me run out on the field at an NFL game but she is very excited about me taking to the dance floor. I hope I can do her proud.”

A former professional American footballer, Jason played as a cornerback/safety in the National Football League for the Dallas Cowboys. He then played for the Houston Texans, where he was named a recipient of the Ed Block Courage Award, one of the league's highest honors. He finished his professional career with the New York Giants. Jason now co-hosts The Jason & Osi Podcast with fellow NFL alum Osi Umenyiora. Alongside Osi he also presents the NFL Show on BBC.

Jason joins Caroline Quentin in our line-up. For all the latest news on our reveals follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.