We can hear the iconic theme music now and that can only mean Strictly Come Dancing is closer to returning to our screens after a memorable 2021 series. And with just weeks to go until the launch episode is filmed, the first contestant of Strictly 2022 has been revealed.
Will Mellor is the first big name to sign up for the BBC One dance contest. His decision to sign on the dotted line was revealed on Thursday (August 4) on BBC Breakfast. The news programme's hosts Naga Munchetty and Charlie Stayt excitedly welcomed Will, who made his name as part of the cast of Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps, onto the show to confirm his latest TV role.
The actor, 46, starred as Gaz in cult Noughties sitcom Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps, also landing roles in the likes of Line Of Duty and Broadchurch. More recently, he joined the cast Coronation Street in 2021 as "out-and-out baddie", drugs lord Harvey, and also starred in Hollyoaks in the early days of his career.
