Strictly Come Dancing 2023 lineup in full: Meet the contestants
The IndependentSign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Zara McDermott – ELIMINATED open image in gallery Zara McDermott The 26-year-old reality star found fame on ITV’s Love Island, appearing on the show in 2018. Adam Thomas open image in gallery Adam Thomas - Strictly Come Dancing Known to many for his role as Adam Barton in Emmerdale, the 34-year-old actor isn’t the only recognisable face in his family: elder brother Ryan played Jason Grimshaw in Coronation Street from 2000 to 2016, while his twin Scott came third with Kady McDermott in the second season of Love Island. She said: “I have always loved watching Strictly and can’t quite believe I’m going to be part of this magical show – swapping tennis balls for glitter balls and looking forward to finding some joyfulness in the process.” Croft is paired with pro dancer Johannes Radebe. Nikita Kanda – ELIMINATED open image in gallery Nikita Kanda - Strictly Come Dancing Nikita Kanda, 28, hosts BBC Asian Network’s Breakfast show and previously hosted the station’s Saturday afternoon show.