First celebrities announce for Strictly Come Dancing Tour - Kicking off in Birmingham
Presenter and singer Louise Redknapp, model Daisy Lowe and actor Danny Mac are the first celebrity contestants announced to appear on the 10th anniversary Strictly Come Dancing Live UK Tour, which kicks off in Birmingham on January 20 at the Barclaycard Arena.
Louise, Daisy and Danny will join new tour host, Anita Rani and the new live tour judging panel of Len Goodman, Craig Revel Horwood and former Strictly professional dancer and winner of the 2006 series, Karen Hard.
TV presenter, singer and fashion blogger Louise Redknapp first rose to fame as part of the pop group Eternal, before embarking on an extensive TV presenting career including shows such as The Clothes Show and ITV documentary The Truth About Size Zero.
Louise said: "I really can't wait to dance my way around the UK! I'm loving every minute of Strictly, so continuing my journey into 2017 is going to be a brilliant way to kick off the New Year!"
Daisy Lowe has worked alongside the likes of Chanel, Vivienne Westwood, Burberry, Louis Vuitton and Marc Jacobs.
Daisy said: "I'm so lucky to be joining the tour and keeping my Strictly dream alive. I loved my time on the TV series, but now I'm really looking forward to getting out on the road to keep dancing and improving. Roll on January!"
Danny Mac, best known as Mark 'Dodger' Savage in Hollyoaks, has been acting since the age of 10.
He has been nominated three times for a National Television Award, and twice been voted 'Sexiest Male' at the British Soap Awards.
Danny said: "Wow - what an amazing opportunity to perform in front of the huge arena audiences all over the country. I've heard how amazing the live tour is and I can't wait to get out there!"
Tickets for the show are on sale now
