Introducing the Class of 2016

"I'm just going to try and get my inner latina out there for you"

"I thought if I go on the show it will help with my gymnastics"

“I get really, really bad stage fright, my palms are sweating just thinking about it”

"The adventure was the reason I wanted to take part in Strictly"

"When it comes to the costumes I need to avoid the sequins and frills"

"I'm looking forward to the spray-tan if I'm honest. I've been pasty all my life"

"My dance partner will certainly need to be very strict. I like that."

"Strictly for me is really special as I've watched it since series one"

"I want to wear the dresses, I want to wear the make-up, I want to wear the hair"

"It's been a long time since I've been able to perform"

"Give me sequins, give me a jumpsuit, whatever you need"

"I'm more comfortable on the golf course with a seven iron than a sparkly handbag"

"I've been wanting to do this for more than 20 years!"

"I love and adore the costumes. I just hope the costumes adore me and my hips"

"I'm looking forward to getting in the studio and learning to dance with my partner"