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Strictly’s full line-up revealed – and bookies have already called the winner

Which of these contestants have the most chance of becoming champion?

The One Show celebrated the life of Sir Bruce Forsyth on last night’s show in a special hour-long edition.

And – fittingly – hosts Matt Baker and Alex Jones also revealed the final three contestants signed up to this year’s Strictly Come Dancing.

William Hill are already starting to predict who could be crowned Strictly champion.

And it looks like former X Factor winner Alexandra Burke is the current favourite to take the crown.

Musical star Alexandra is ready to get her dancing shoes on and is already very familiar with performing in front of a huge audience.

The singer said: “I am so excited to be joining this year’s Strictly cast!”

Odds: 4/1

As for the others, William Hill have also puts odds on their chances of success.

Paul Daniels’ lovely widow Debbie McGee who was announced last night has odds of 25/1.

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Joining Debbie and Alexandra is sporting legend Jonnie Peacock and he’s definitely ready to swap the track for the dancefloor!

Odds: 14/1

Yesterday it was announced that former Holby City star Chizzy Akudolu will be getting her shimmy on.

Odds: 40/1

Good Morning Britain’s Charlotte Hawkins is also ready to get her game face on.

She has glamour in buckets but does she have the talent to match?

Odds: 16/1

Is comedian Brian Conley this year’s joke act?

Odds: 25/1

But Brian won’t be the only comedian taking to the dancefloor.

Susan Calman is ready to waltz into the competition and revealed she hasn’t worn a dress since she was a kid!

Odds: 40/1

Former JLS star Aston Merrygold will more than likely have some moves up his sleeve.

He revealed: “I’m so happy to be joining Strictly. It is such a brilliant show and I’ve followed it for years.”

Odds: 11/4

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Telly chef Simon Rimmer is also ready to give it his all.

Simon said: “I am so excited, terrified and proud to be invited to be part of Strictly 2017. I’ve always been a HUUUUGE fan of the show.”

Odds: 50/1

Joining his former Holby co-star Chizzy is Joe McFadden.

The Holby hottie admitted he’s excited but also terrified in equal measure.

Odds: 16/1

Super-fit former Emmerdale star Gemma Atkinson will definitely have the necessary stamina!

She said: “I am honoured to be asked and so thrilled to be joining Strictly Come Dancing 2017!”

Odds: 13/2

This Morning’s Ruth Langsford will be taking to the Strictly floor – but will hubby Eamonn Holmes be jealous?

Ruth revealed: “I have dreamt about doing Strictly for so long, I can’t quite believe my dream has come true!”

Odds: 50/1

EastEnders Davood Ghadami will DEFINITELY look good on the dance floor.

The actor said: “Having the opportunity to take part in this year’s Strictly is such an honour. It’s going to be exciting!”

Odds: 10/1

The Saturdays singer Mollie King has beauty, grace and experience. Will she be the perfect contestant for the show?

She said: “I’m a huge fan of Strictly Come Dancing so I can’t actually believe I’m lucky enough to be taking part in it this year!”

Odds: 9/2

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Last but no means least is Rev Richard Coles.

This year’s Ed Balls? He’ll definitely bring the fun!

“Cometh the hour, cometh the overweight Vicar with arthritis in his knees,” said Richard.

Odds: 33/1

But who will be crowned the champion?

Strictly Come Dancing 2017 returns later this year.


Rebecca Carter
Associate Editor (News)

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