July 26th 2023.
Layton Williams, the star of Bad Education and Billy Elliot, is reportedly joining the upcoming season of Strictly Come Dancing and has made a special request to be part of the show's fifth same-sex coupling. This follows the success of the show's previous pairings, such as Jayde Adams and Karen Hauer, and Richie Anderson and Giovanni Pernice.
A source from the show has said that they are hoping to have a same-sex couple make it to the end of the competition this season. They added that Layton is a "phenomenal performer" and that the professional dancers are sure to be queuing up to work with him. Possible partners for Layton include Graziano Di Prima and Johannes Radebe.
Back in 2020, Nicola Adams and Katya Jones became the first same-sex pairing on the show, and their success was followed by John Whaite and Johannes later that year. Layton's experience on stage is speculated to "ruffle a few feathers", as his professional training and experience with difficult choreography could put him ahead of the other contestants.
Aside from Layton, other celebrities rumoured to be taking part in this season include This Morning host Josie Gibson, former Love Island star Zara McDermott, and Wham! legend Andrew Ridgeley. Angela Ribbon, a presenter from the 80s who hosted the show that provided inspiration for Strictly Come Dancing, is also said to be in the mix.
The Agency has contacted the BBC and representatives for Layton Williams for comment, and Strictly Come Dancing is streaming now on BBC iPlayer. Who would you like to see on the show next season? Let us know in the comments!
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