Helen Skelton's family are said to be delighted to see the TV presenter "back to her old self".
The star, who has young children, had a tough year which saw her marriage with ex husband break down. The father of her children Richie Myler also moved on with his new girlfriend - who is the daughter of Leeds Rhinos boss.
Despite the emotional strain, Helen said her family said Strictly Come Dancing has been her "comeback", Chronicle Live reports. Former Blue Peter presenter Helen was tipped to do well in the Strictly ballroom, with her the narrow favourite to win going into the first live show back in September.
