Alongside Nina Wadia, Robert Webb and more

Judi Love has been named as the latest celebrity to join Strictly Come Dancing.

The comedian and presenter is the 14th name to be revealed, joining the likes of Goodness Gracious Me star Nina Wadia, Peep Show’s Robert Webb and  BBC Breakfast's Dan Walker

Love  said: ‘I think I am still in shock that I will be part of this amazing show. I’ve watched it for many years and admired the phenomenal abilities of these dancers and celebrities that have taken part and dedicated themselves to learning a new craft.

‘I’m truly looking forward to pushing myself in something that I could have only dreamed of doing and now it’s actually coming true!! I can’t lie I’m so nervous but excited at the same time!’

The news was revealed today on ITV’s Loose Women, where the comic is a regular panellist.

Love has also made appearances on The Jonathan Ross Show, The Graham Norton show, 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown,  The Stand Up Sketch Show, The Big Narstie Show and more. She also has a regular column in OK Magazine.

Published: 13 Aug 2021