Strictly Come Dancing 2017 start date confirmed
It's not far off!
Last updated 25th Aug 2017
Finally after weeks of announcing contestants the start date of Strictly Come Dancing 2017 has been revealed and we won't have to wait too long.** **
TV presenter Charlotte Hawkins revealed the start date of the popular TV show this morning (25th August) during Good Morning Britain, which she presents weekday mornings. The former Sky News presenter told the viewers the new series would be starting on the 9th September.
The date is believed to be accurate as the first episode where the celebrities are paired with professionals is pre-recorded during the preceding week.
Charlotte Hawkins was announced as the 11th contestant to join the new series of the ballroom dancing show just a few days ago.
The fantastic line-up for the new season includes radio presenter Gemma Atkinson, former JLS singer Aston Merrygold and former The Saturdays singer Mollie King.
Earlier this week the final four contestants for the TV show were revealed which include former Holby City actress Chizzy Akudolu, Paralympic champion Jonnie Peacock, Debbie McGee, and The X Factor winner Alexandra Burke.
Davood Ghadami
Davood Ghadami was the second celebrity to be confirmed by Strictly bosses.
Speaking ahead of his time on the dance floor, he said, "Having the opportunity to take part in this year's Strictly is an honour."
The actor is mostly known for his role as Kush Kazemi in EastEnders and has also starred in TV shows such as The Bill and Law & Order.
Mollie King
Former The Saturdays singer Mollie King was the first contestant to be revealed for the 2017 series.
Speaking ahead of her time on 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! I'm literally so excited to learn latin and ballroom dancing, and of course I can't wait to get into the sequins."
Mollie first shot to fame when she joined girl band The Saturdays and enjoyed great success with hits such as 'Work', 'Up' and 'What About Us'.
Ruth Langsford
This Morning star Ruth Langsford was the third celebrity to be revealed for the 2017 series.
Ruth expressed her 'excitement' and 'nerves' when her husband Eamonn Holmes announced the news during an episode of This Morning!
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Gemma Atkinson
Radio presenter and former Emmerdale actress Gemma Atkinson was the fourth celebrity to be announced for Strictly Come Dancing.
Despite Gemma describing herself as 'bambi on ice' when she hits the dance floor, she said, "I'm hoping to get a good partner and I'll graft on the lessons and I do pick things up quickly!"
Reverend Richard Coles
Reverend Richard Coles is the fifth contestant to be announced for this year's Strictly Come Dancing.
The former 80s pop star had hits with his group The Communards with 'Don't Leave Me This Way' and 'Never Can Say Goodbye'.
Joe McFadden
Joe McFadden was the sixth celebrity to be revealed for this year's Strictly Come Dancing. He is best known for playing the role of Raffaello 'Raf' di Lucca in Holby City.
Simon Rimmer
Celebrity chef and co-presenter on Channel 4's Sunday Brunch, Simon Rimmer was revealed as the seventh contestant on Strictly Come Dancing. He says he has never tried ballroom dancing, but he is a massive fan of the show.
Aston Merrygold
Former JLS singer Aston Merrygold was the eighth celebrity to be confirmed for the show.
Speaking about the show, Aston said he's both nervous and excited to be joining Strictly.
Susan Calman
Scottish comedian and TV presenter Susan Calman was the ninth celebrity to be announced for the show.
Susan admitted to not wearing a dress and heels since she was 17 and said Strictly was a'dream come true'.
Charlotte Hawkins
Good Morning Britain presenter Charlotte Hawkins was the 11th celebrity to be confirmed for this year's series.
Charlotte admitted she's 'thrilled' to be on the show and can't wait to follow in the footsteps of her Good Morning Britain colleagues.
Chizzy Akudolu
Actress Chizzy was the 12th celebrity to be confirmed for the show.
The actress left her role in Holby City back in June after five years on show. She's also starred in shows such as Hollyoaks, The Inbetweeners, EastEnders and Twenty Twelve.
Alexandra Burke
Alexandra Burke won the fifth series of The X Factor back in 2008.
Debbie McGee
Debbie McGee is the widow of magician Paul Daniels, and starred as his glamorous assistant during his routines.
Jonnie Peacock
Jonnie Peacock, MBE, is an English sprint runner who won gold at the 2012 and 2016 Summer Paralympics.
Strictly Come Dancing first aired in 2004 and this series will be the first without head judge Len Goodman who, after twelve years on the show, decided to make last series his last. Shirley Ballas will join the judging panel alongside Darcey Bussell, Bruno Tonioli and Craig Revel Horwood.
Strictly Come Dancing returns on Saturday, 9th September on BBC One.