Gordon Ramsay's daughter Matilda has signed up for 'Strictly Come Dancing'.

Gordon and Tilly Ramsay [Instagram]

Gordon and Tilly Ramsay [Instagram]

The 19-year-old cooking star - who is known as Tilly - was due to take part in the BBC dance show last year but pulled out after breaking her arm and show bosses are thrilled that she has decided to compete this year.

A source told The Sun on Sunday's Biz on Sunday column: "It’s a great sign-up as Tilly has proved a hit with youngsters and 'Strictly' bosses are desperate to attract more young fans to the show.

"It will be great to have Gordon sitting in the audience supporting as well, though he’s bound to scare off any pros hoping for a 'Strictly' romance.

"Tilly’s really excited and can’t wait to throw herself into rehearsals."

Tilly was forced to pull out of the show last year after falling off a seesaw and breaking her arm.

A source said at the time: "Tilly was geared up for this year's show but won't be better in time for filming. It's a huge blow for her as she was hugely excited about taking part.

"And it's a headache for BBC bosses, who thought signing Tilly was a coup, with her famous dad and his pals bound to back her.

"Tilly has been told by doctors her arm won't be fixed in time. There was talk of her taking it day-by-day, but ultimately it's not worth pushing her if she's not going to be healed. She's been assured next year talks will resume if she is still up for taking part."

It had been thought that 'Strictly' would be a chance for Tilly - who previously hosted 'Matilda and the Ramsay Bunch' and appeared alongside her famous father on 'This Morning' - to make a name for herself.

A source said: "Tilly wants to be known as more than just her dad's eldest daughter.

"'Strictly' would be the perfect platform to give her a name in her own right and the chance to take home a trophy that Gordon doesn't have."

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