Ex Love Island Star Signs Up For Strictly Come Dancing

It seems we’re getting a bit of a crossover!

Strictly bosses have reportedly signed on their first-ever Love Island alum in a bid to attract a slightly younger audience than usual.

Zara McDermott has reportedly been chosen to compete against 15 other contestants for the coveted glitter ball trophy later this year.

The 26-year-old rose to fame after her 10 day stint on the fourth series of the reality dating show back in 2018.

BBC bosses are reportedly hoping that her appearance on the show will “attract more younger people to watch the show,” while also “furthering her career” with the BBC.

 

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A source speaking to the Daily Mail said: “Zara is the perfect signing for Strictly, not only is she beautiful and glamorous but she is hardworking and will take being on the show very seriously.”

They continued saying: “She absolutely loved the experience of documentary making and is over the moon to further her relationship with the BBC by signing up to Strictly.”

Adding: “It is a dream come true for her and becoming the first former Love Island star to do so is the icing on the cake.”

We can’t wait to see Zara throwing some shapes on the dance floor.

We’ve no doubt she will win us all over immediately!

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