Les Dennis has admitted he struggled to getout of bed after his first Strictly Come Dancing rehearsals.
The 69-year-old actor, who underwent a knee replacement surgery two years ago, got off to a rocky start in preparation for his stint on the BBC dancing show.
It’s all in the hips, as they say, but Les has been having a tough time with “hip action” and has been left nervous after trying to lift himself from under the sheets.
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He told the Mirror: “There’s a little bit of hip movement in our opening dance – we did it yesterday and today I couldn’t get up.
“But I got myself fitter in the last month or so. It’s a great challenge.
“I’ve made sure I got my steps in – I can’t run anymore, I’ve got a new knee a couple of years ago.”
Amanda Holden’s ex explained his objective was to remain in the competition until he reaches his 70th birthday next month.
He said: “I’m 70 this year and I thought why not – it’s a big challenge. It’s the same day as Angela Rippon’s.
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“We both have birthdays together.
“I was nervous, we all were until we got together and those nerves have become excitement.”
As one of the most prominent figures in British television, the father-of-three is set to become the series’ second-oldest contestant, following Angela.
Les acknowledged that his time on the show might pose a challenge, but that he was ready for it.
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The former Coronation Street actor has stayed away from primetime television for seven years following a significant health upheaval.
While on tour as a part of The Addams Family in 2017, Les did something he had never done in his 50-year career – taking a break to prioritise his own well-being and health.
Now, approaching the age of 70, the comedian has decided to share details about his past challenges.
Les said: “I was wearing make-up and you can’t go out and you order in Deliveroo and you just eat pizza.
“Wagamama’s was a favourite and it meant that not only was I piling on the pounds, I was not getting any fresh air.“
The Corrie star proceeded to disclose that he had developed laryngitis but expressed gratitude for it, as it served as the “biggest wake-up call” in his life.
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