Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly return to put the sparkle back into Saturday nights with a sixth series of Strictly Come Dancing.\r\n
\r\n16 new celebs are donning sequins and spandex in the hope of becoming 2008's champion - but who'll be taking part?<\/p>","url":"2008/8/28/BBC-Strictly-Come-Dancing-Tess-Daly-Bruce-Forsyth-Aug08-2.jpg","width":570,"height":364,"alt":"Strictly Come Dancing: Tess Daly, Bruce Forsyth"},{"captionHeading":"Lisa Snowdon (partnered by Brendan Cole)","caption":"
Model, TV presenter and Strictly fan Lisa is looking forward to the experience: \"I never miss an episode. I'm honoured to be involved this year; I will put my heart and soul into it.\"<\/p>","url":"2008/8/28/BBC-Strictly-Come-Dancing-Lisa-Snowdon-Brendan-Cole-Aug08.jpg","width":570,"height":364,"alt":"Strictly Come Dancing: Lisa Snowdon, Brendan Cole"},{"captionHeading":"Phil Daniels (partnered by Flavia Cacace)","caption":"
Will former EastEnder Phil follow in his co-star Matt D'Angelo's footsteps when it comes to getting close to professional babe Flavia? He's got other things on his mind: \"I just hope I don't fall over or forget the steps!\"<\/p>","url":"2008/8/28/BBC-Strictly-Come-Dancing-Phil-Daniels-Flavia-Cacace-Aug08.jpg","width":570,"height":364,"alt":"Strictly Come Dancing: Phil Daniels, Flavia Cacace"},{"captionHeading":"Rachel Stevens (partnered by Vincent Simone)","caption":"
Singer Rachel has some dancing experience but isn't counting her chickens: \"Just because you've been on stage doesn't mean you can dance. I'm taking each training session as it comes and I'm looking forward to the sexy dances like the rumba.\"<\/p>","url":"2008/8/28/BBC-Strictly-Come-Dancing-Rachel-Stevens-Vincent-Simone-Aug08.jpg","width":570,"height":364,"alt":"Strictly Come Dancing: Rachel Stevens, Vincent Simone"},{"captionHeading":"Andrew Castle (partnered by Ola Jordan)","caption":"
Housewives favourite and GMTV presenter Andrew is getting tips from presenting pals: \"I don't usually dance for fear of being an embarrassing dad, but Fiona Phillips and Kate Garraway both said that this show was the best thing that they have ever done.\"<\/p>","url":"2008/8/28/BBC-Strictly-Come-Dancing-Andrew-Castle-Ola-Jordan-Aug08.jpg","width":570,"height":364,"alt":"Strictly Come Dancing: Andrew Castle, Ola Jordan"},{"captionHeading":"Jesse Wallace (partnered by Darren Bennett)","caption":"
Another former resident of Albert Square, Jesse's fulfilling an ambition by taking part in the show: \"I've always wanted to do Strictly, all those amazing dresses and the fantastic make-up, it's going to be masses of fun and what a great way to keep fit!\"<\/p>","url":"2008/8/28/BBC-Strictly-Come-Dancing-Jesse-Wallace-Darren-Bennett-Aug08.jpg","width":570,"height":364,"alt":"Strictly Come Dancing: Jesse Wallace, Darren Bennett"},{"captionHeading":"Austin Healey (partnered by Erin Boag)","caption":"
Rugby Union ace Austin is in this to win: \"I miss the competitive element in my life now that I've retired from rugby and this will bring that back. I will give 100%.\"<\/p>","url":"2008/8/28/BBC-Strictly-Come-Dancing-Austin-Healey-Erin-Boag-Aug08.jpg","width":570,"height":364,"alt":"Strictly Come Dancing: Austin Healey, Erin Boag"},{"captionHeading":"Jodie Kidd (partnered by Ian Waite)","caption":"
International supermodel Jodie is taking a break from presenting to take part: \"I'm a huge fan of Strictly Come Dancing and, if I'm away, my Saturday night just isn't the same!\"<\/p>","url":"2008/8/28/BBC-Strictly-Come-Dancing-Jodie-Kidd-Ian-Waite-Aug08.jpg","width":570,"height":364,"alt":"Strictly Come Dancing: Jodie Kidd, Ian Waite"},{"captionHeading":"Tom Chambers (partnered by Camilla Dallerup)","caption":"
Holby City's Tom has proved that he has his eye on winning Strictly Come Dancing by postponing his wedding and honeymoon plans: \"I had to tell my wedding guests that it was because of my Holby filming commitments! I want to become an excellent mover.\"<\/p>","url":"2008/8/28/BBC-Strictly-Come-Dancing-Tom-Chambers-Camilla-Dallerup-Aug08.jpg","width":570,"height":364,"alt":"Strictly Come Dancing: Tom Chambers, Camilla Dallerup"},{"captionHeading":"Christine Bleakley (partnered by Mattew Cutler)","caption":"
The One Show presenter insists that she'll be as nervous on Strictly as she was on her first day in front of the camera: \"I might have looked calm but I was shaking, and I suspect I will be the same on Strictly… I am looking forward to learning such a beautiful skill.\"<\/p>","url":"2008/8/28/BBC-Strictly-Come-Dancing-Christine-Bleakley-Matthew-Cutler-Aug08.jpg","width":570,"height":364,"alt":"Strictly Come Dancing: Christine Bleakley, Matthew Cutler"},{"captionHeading":"Mark Foster (partnered by Hayley Holt)","caption":"
World Champion swimmer Mark warns the Strictly judges to watch out: \"I'm sure I'll enjoy some good natured banter with them. I was an avid viewer when my friend Colin Jackson was the runner-up in 2005, and understand that this in a once-in-a-lifetime chance.\"<\/p>","url":"2008/8/28/BBC-Strictly-Come-Dancing-Mark-Foster-Hayley-Holt-Aug08.jpg","width":570,"height":364,"alt":"Strictly Come Dancing: Mark Foster, Hayley Holt "},{"captionHeading":"Cherie Lunghi (partnered by James Jordan)","caption":"
Actress Cherie can't wait for the dancing to begin: \"I think this will be tremendous fun! I hope that me doing this inspires other women to kick off their shoes and give dancing a whirl!\"<\/p>","url":"2008/8/28/BBC-Strictly-Come-Dancing-Cherie-Lunghi-James-Jordan-Aug08.jpg","width":570,"height":364,"alt":"Strictly Come Dancing: Cherie Lunghi, James Jordan"},{"captionHeading":"Don Warrington (partnered by Lilia Kopylova)","caption":"
Thespian Don isn't so confident when it comes to his moves on the dancefloor: \"The last time I danced was a very long time ago. I'm still learning to put one foot in front of the other one!\"<\/p>","url":"2008/8/28/BBC-Strictly-Come-Dancing-Don-Warrington-Lilia-Kopylova-Aug08.jpg","width":570,"height":364,"alt":"Strictly Come Dancing: Don Warrington, Lilia Kopylova"},{"captionHeading":"Gillian Taylforth (partnered by Anton du Beke)","caption":"
Gillian is the third ex-EastEnder to be taking part this year. And her brother had a premonition that she would appear on the show: \"In his dream I didn't win the show, but apparently didn't do too badly, so I'm hoping his premonition becomes a reality!\"<\/p>","url":"2008/8/28/BBC-Strictly-Come-Dancing-Gillian-Taylforth-Anton-Du-Beke-Aug08.jpg","width":570,"height":364,"alt":"Strictly Come Dancing: Gillian Taylforth, Anton Du Beke"},{"captionHeading":"Gary Rhodes (partnered by Karen Hardy)","caption":"
Spiky TV chef Gary is looking to add the Strictly trophy to his collection of Michelin stars: \"I'm very proud – and very scared! – to be taking part in Strictly this year and I hope this leads to a great social pastime for my wife and I to enjoy together.\"<\/p>","url":"2008/8/28/BBC-Strictly-Come-Dancing-Gary-Rhodes-Karen-Hardy-Aug08.jpg","width":570,"height":364,"alt":"Strictly Come Dancing: Gary Rhodes, Karen Hardy"},{"captionHeading":"Heather Small (partnered by Brian Fortuna)","caption":"
M People singer Heather is hoping her nerves don't get the better of her: \"I occasionally suffer from stage fright and, if left to my own devices, I would probably say no to anything scary. However, everyone said I should give it a go, so I thought, why not?\"<\/p>","url":"2008/8/28/BBC-Strictly-Come-Dancing-Heather-Small-Brian-Fortuna-Aug08.jpg","width":570,"height":364,"alt":"Strictly Come Dancing: Heather Small, Brian Fortuna"},{"captionHeading":"John Sergeant (partnered by Kristina Rihanoff)","caption":"
Political journalist John has interviewed Margaret Thatcher, Tony Blair and John Major. But is the thought of dancing a bit daunting? Apparently not: \"My wife is a huge fan of Strictly and thinks I'm going to be terrible, but I'm looking forward to the ballroom.\"<\/p>","url":"2008/8/28/BBC-Strictly-Come-Dancing-John-Sergeant-Kristina-Rihanoff-Aug08.jpg","width":570,"height":364,"alt":"Strictly Come Dancing: John Sergeant, Kristina Rihanoff"},{"captionHeading":"The Celebrity Contestants","caption":"
Which one of them will steal 2007 winner Alesha Dixon's crown and dance their way to become this year's champion?<\/p>","url":"2008/8/28/BBC-Strictly-Come-Dancing-Group-Aug08.jpg","width":570,"height":364,"alt":"Strictly Come Dancing: Group"}];