Angela Scanlon is back on the dance floor this year, taking part in the 2023 edition of Strictly Come Dancing. This marks her first appearance on the show since she began her television career in 2001. Her participation is eagerly anticipated by fans, given her previous performances on other dance-related shows.
Paired with the Chinese national champion Carlos Gu, the Irish television personality is gearing up for an exciting season on this renowned BBC dancing competition. Carlos Gu, who has a track record of winning multiple international championships, will surely bring a wealth of experience to their partnership. [Suggesting link: Meet the Professionals]
However, not all things on the show are covered insparkles and glitters. Scanlon, 39, humorously shared a snapshot of herself from the launch of the show earlier this week, giving fans a taste of what’s to come in the live shows this weekend. This candid behind-the-scenes look at Strictly Come Dancing provides a unique perspective that viewers don’t often see.
On her Instagram page, Scanlon shared two contrasting images: one glamourous shot of herself ready for a night of dance, and another mid-action snapshot in one of the group performances, where she was captured making her “focused” face. This duality showcases both the glitz and glamour as well as the hard work and dedication required to compete in such a prestigious dance competition.
With a dash of humour, the television presenter captioned her post: “Instagram Vs Strictly Reality Turns out the tongue is not a one off, it’s my unique focus face!! @gkx_carlos is miffed”. This humorous take on the intensity of dance practice speaks to the lighter side of the competition, reminding fans that while the stakes are high, fun is still at the heart of it all.
The exciting pairing of Carlos and Angela was officially unveiled over the weekend on the BBC show. This pairing brings together a seasoned professional with a charismatic television personality, making it one of the most anticipated performances this season.
In a conversation with PA News, the host of popular chat programme Ask Me Anything joyfully shared her reaction, saying: “I was absolutely thrilled. I ran in quite a dramatic fashion.
“I had always silently observed people on the show who would excitedly exclaim ‘woah!’, and then found myself doing exactly the same. But yes, I’m extremely pleased.
“Just like everyone else, I watched how well Carlos performed last year with Molly (Rainford) and he is an incredible dancer. But more importantly, the atmosphere he brings to the show… I feel connected to him, as if I know him from another lifetime.” This sentiment echoes what many participants feel when they discover their dance partner – a connection that transcends mere partnership and develops into a deep bond over time.
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