Krishnan Guru-Murthy is the fourth celebrity confirmed for 'Strictly Come Dancing'.
Krishnan Guru-Murthy named as fourth Strictly contestant
The 53-year-old journalist and broadcaster - who is best known as the main anchor of Channel 4 News, as well as reporting for the foreign affairs series 'Unreported World' - admitted he is "surprised, delighted and slightly confused" about being asked to compete in the BBC dance show.
He said: "I’m surprised, delighted and slightly confused to find myself taking part in Strictly on the basis of ‘you only live once!’ and I can’t wait to start learning to dance, but I am slightly worried about my general decrepitude. I know I’m going to love it and have a brilliant time and just hope I’m not the only one enjoying my participation.”
News of Krishnan's participation in the upcoming series was revealed on Saturday (05.08.23) on Claudia Winkleman’s show on BBC Radio 2.
He joins previously announced contestants Layton Williams, Angela Rippon and Amanda Abbington on the show.
Layton said: "Absolutely buzzing to confirm that I will be taking part in THE most iconic dance competition in the UK! It's time to bring it to the Ballroom. So excited to learn new skills from the best. Bring on the sequins… ALL the sequins!"
Angela commented: "Having been a fan of 'Strictly' since day one, and as a former presenter of Come Dancing, this will be quite an adventure for me. A scary one, considering I’m about to be 79. But I’m really looking forward to the challenge, and perhaps being able to learn to dance the Argentinian Tango!!”
And Amanda said: "I’m thrilled to have been asked to do 'Strictly'. I’m actually really shy and self-conscious so this will be a great opportunity for me to overcome those things! Plus, I get to learn to dance which I am incredibly excited about. I’m really looking forward to the training too, I’m quite competitive as my family and friends will tell you. I can’t wait to start!”
The trio were announced on 'The One Show' on Friday (04.03.23).
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