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Countryfile presenter Hamza Yassin announced as 13th celebrity to join Strictly Come Dancing 2022 line-up-Sabrina Barr-Entertainment – Metro
The line-up is shaping up!
The show’s 13th star is here! (Picture: BBC)
Countryfile presenter Hamza Yassin has been announced as the 13th celebrity to join Strictly Come Dancing 2022 line-up.
‘I am absolutely over the moon to be joining Strictly 2022. Never in a million years did I think I’d be on such a cool show,’ he said.
‘I’ve been watching it for years and I can’t believe I’ll actually be there dancing live in front of the British public.’
The wildlife cameraman, who also stars on Animal Park and appeared on the CBeebies show Let’s Go for a Walk as Ranger Hamza, admitted that his dance skills are ‘currently at the level of “1970s disco vibe”.’
However, he added that he’s ‘ready to work hard and will be shaking it every time I get the chance’, adding: ‘Shake it ’til you make it!’
As a guest presenter on Countryfile, Hamza has become known for sharing his knowledge about wildlife with viewers.
The cameraman is ready to ‘shake it’ on the dancefloor (Picture: Hamza Yassin Photography)
When he was younger, Hamza, who was born in Sudan, moved to Scotland.
After studying at Bangor University, he earned a degree in Zoology with Conservation, before studying for a Masters in Biological Photography and Imaging at the University of Nottingham.
What we know about Strictly Come Dancing 2022 so far
Who are the judges?
Head judge Shirley Ballas will be joined once again by fellow judges Craig Revel Horwood and Motsi Mabuse.
Anton Du Beke will also be returning to judge, after it was confirmed that he would be officially replacing Bruno Tonioli.
Who are the new professional dancers?
There are four new pros joining the line-up: Vito Coppola, Carlos Gu, Lauren Oakley and Michelle Tsiakkas.
Which professional dancers have left?
After the 2021 season, it was announced that fan-favourite pros Oti Mabuse and Aljaž Škorjanec would not be returning for the 2022 series.
Will there be a studio audience?
Yes – following past restrictions put in place due to the pandemic, the full studio audience is set to return this year, while the see-through dividers between the judges will also be removed.
When is the show returning?
The BBC has revealed that the launch show for the 2022 series is due to be recorded on Wednesday September 7.
Therefore, it’s likely that it will air a few days later on Saturday September 10, although the exact date of the first episode is yet to be disclosed.
Find out more about Strictly 2022 here.
Having pursued his dream to become a wildlife cameraman and film Scottish wildlife in the Highlands, he recently took part in the Channel 4 documentary Scotland: My Life in the Wild, as well as Scotland, Escape to the Wilderness.
While he may not think much of his own dancing skills at before training begins, Hamza does have impressive physical achievements under his belt, having competed in the Highland Games.
Earlier today, singer and radio presenter Fleur East was announced as the 12th celebrity to join the cast this year, alongside fellow celebrities singer Matt Goss, former Britain’s Got Talent star Molly Rainford, Paralympic swimmer Ellie Simmonds and Ted Lasso actress Ellie Taylor.
Also joining them will be comedian Jayde Adams, actress Kym Marsh, Loose Women panelist Kaye Adams, TV and radio presenter Richie Anderson, former England footballer Tony Adams, Kiss FM presenter Tyler West and actor Will Mellor.
Strictly Come Dancing returns later this year on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
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