Gyles Brandreth has said he decided not to swap Gogglebox and This Morning for an appearance on Strictly Come Dancing because he “ain’t got rhythm”.
The Sun revealed the full line-up of Strictly on Friday, with EastEnders ‘ James Bye and Countryfile ‘s Helen Skelton set to take to the dance floor.
However, Gyles, who appears alongside Carol Vorderman on the Channel 4 show Gogglebox, said he turned the musical show down.
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The 74-year-old tweeted: “Yes, I have been approached about doing #Strictly (and I’m flattered because I love the show), but sadly it’s not for me for this compelling reason – “I ain’t got rhythm… I REALLY ain’t got rhythm.”
One fan responded with: “It must be the only talent you don’t possess Gyles. However they do like an ex-politician or politico to provide maximum entertainment like Ed Balls, Anne Widdecombe & John Sergeant.
“Three of the most memorable contestants ever! You’re depriving us of more joy & rocket launching!”
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Another insisted: “I’m sure I’ve seen you dance on stage – though a few years ago. I thought you were great. Do it!!”
A third commented that the Strictly costume team would work wonders with the many hand-knitted sweaters the star wears on screen. Another opined: “But how wonderful would you look if the fabulous @bbcstrictly team got their hands on your jumpers! How great would they look with sequins added?!?!?!”
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