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Charlotte Tutton

Strictly's Craig Revel Horwood teases who might win ahead of 2022 launch

Strictly Come Dancing star Craig Revel Horwood teased his thoughts on this year's show line-up, as he shared his excitement over one contestant in particular.

While revealing he had not yet seen any of the stars dancing or training so had nothing to go on, he hinted he was in the know about some of the group performances.

Strictly kicks off next month, with a whole host of names taking part from soap stars to comedians and TV favourites.

Speaking about the new cast, Craig said he was looking forward to seeing what Will Mellor had to offer, while he also spoke of cast members who had left the show.

He told The One Show on Tuesday when asked who might win: "I don't know. I am looking forward to seeing Will, I've got to say. I think he's got a real charm about him.

Strictly Come Dancing star Craig Revel Horwood teased is thoughts on this year's show line-up (BBC)

"I haven't seen anybody dance but I just love the plethora of characters in there, because they are all so different and I think that's what is so great about it.

"Four new dancers as well coming into it, and they are just amazing, so I can't wait. Of course I am gonna miss the old lot as well and Bruno [Tonioli] as well and all that, but you know things move on darling don't they.

"It's gonna be fantastic and the energy this year is something fierce. I have had a little sneak preview... I'm super excited about it."

It comes amid news of a change to the format, with the introduction of new special themes.

Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood spilled all about the looming series (BBC)

The celebrity dance show typically follows a week by week dance format as the couples are whittled down and the finale creeps closer, but there is a new themed week being added to the proceedings this autumn.

Alongside the likes of Halloween, Blackpool and Musicals Week there will be a round of dances dedicated to the BBC, which will see this year's celebs sashay to theme tunes from the Beeb’s most famous shows.

There will also be two BBC-themed professional routines starring Strictly Come Dancing's professional dancers, one of which will be dedicated to the broadcaster's natural history shows while another will see pro dancers "crashing" its flagship programmes.

Strictly executive producer Sarah James said: “We know how much viewers love the Strictly themed weeks so it’s fantastic to be able to announce a new one, celebrating the BBC’s centenary.

The show judge spilled all on the series ahead of it's return to BBC One (BBC)

"It’s the icing on the cake to be able to confirm that we are returning to the iconic Blackpool Tower Ballroom this year, we can’t wait to get back to Blackpool!”

The show has been unable to visit its northern home as normal for two years due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Earlier this month the complete line-up was officially announced with Kym Marsh, Will Mellor and Helen Skelton all set to take part, as well as James Bye and Tony Adams.

Joining them are Hamza Yassin, Fleur East, Molly Rainford, Ellie Taylor and Matt Goss. Also on the bill are Tyler West, Ellie Simmonds, Jayde Adams, Kaye Adams and Richie Anderson.

The One Show airs weeknights at 7pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.

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