Cheryl and two other MAJOR celebs tipped to appear on Strictly Come Dancing

Cheryl will be great!

Cheryl

by Alex Ross |
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She has a brand new album on the way and recently went through the heartbreak of a break-up when she split from Liam Payne, but it looks like Cheryl could be about to take her mind off things by appearing on the new series of Strictly Come Dancing.

According to the Mirror, the former Girls Aloud singer is hotly tipped to appear on the new series, which is due to return in September.

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Although none of this year's contestants have been officially unveiled, head judge Shirley Ballas has previously stated that Cheryl would be her 'dream contestant'. She told the Radio Times, "I think Cheryl would be amazing."

Of course, Cheryl is no stranger to the dance world. From a young age, the Geordie girl joined the Royal Ballet School and she's since shown off her incredible dance moves in her music videos for the likes of 'Fight For This Love', 'Call My Name' and 'Parachute'.

Despite the rumours, Cheryl reportedly turned down a judging role on this year's X Factor so she could appear on Simon Cowell's brand new show The Greatest Dancer. Cheryl filmed a pilot episode of the show back in February alongside Britain's Got Talent judge Alesha Dixon, Diversity star Jordan Banjo and Glee actor Matthew Morrison, so watch this space.

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Meanwhile, Cheryl isn't the only new name rumoured to be appearing on this year's Strictly Come Dancing. Reports are also suggesting that bosses are keen to secure Olympic diver Tom Daley and former Gogglebox star Scarlett Moffatt.

Scarlett recently teased her fans by admitting she has an exciting project coming up. Speaking in a Q&A, Scarlett said, "I can’t announce anything yet but let’s just say the end of the year is going to be great fun."

Tom Daley, who recently became a father for the first time, is also a massive fan of the show, with the diver being spotted a number of times in the audience in the past.

See the full rumoured line-up below:

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Strictly Come Dancing 2018 rumoured line-up (radio slider)

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Coleen Rooney

After welcoming her fourth child into the world in January, Coleen Rooney is reportedly 'in talks' with Strictly bosses to appear on the show.

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Michelle Keegan

Bosses are reportedly keen to 'break the bank' for former Coronation Street actress Michelle Keegan. The Our Girl star will be able to get a few tips from her husband Mark Wright after he appeared on the show back in 2014.

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Rylan Clark-Neal

This Morning presenter Rylan Clark-Neal recently expressed his interest in taking part in the popular dancing show. He said, "I'm a big fan of Strictly. Last year, I got the chance to go down there for the first time as previously I've always been on The X Factor.** It was nice to go down and support Ruth. Never say never."

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Joey Essex

Former TOWIE star Joey Essex is also a keen favourite with bosses as they think he is 'TV gold'.

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Piers Morgan

Good Morning Britain presenter Piers Morgan hinted that he could be appearing on the show this year. Piers's rival Lord Alan Sugar even said he would donate £25,000 to charity if Piers does take part, and an additional £25,000 if he gets past week five!

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Les Dennis

During a recent appearance on Sunday Brunch, Les Dennis said, "When I was doing Coronation Street I was approached but we weren't allowed to do it, we had a policy. I wouldn't mind doing it, I always like a challenge."

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Maya Jama

Stormzy's girlfriend Maya Jama is also a hot favourite to appear on the show.

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Gemma Collins

TOWIE star Gemma Collins is a firm favourite to land a place on this year's show. However, speaking about her potential signing, Craig Revel Horwood recently said, "Gemma Collins would be fun on the show but it's not very often that we have reality stars take to the ballroom. We generally have people of a higher calibre than that."

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Nadiya Hussain

Great British Bake Off winner Nadiya Hussain attended a number of Strictly live shows last year, where she reportedly expressed her love for the show.

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Jake Quickenden

He may have won Dancing On Ice earlier this year, but Jake Quickenden has sparked rumours he's heading to Strictly too.

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Cheryl

Former X Factor judge Cheryl is hotly tipped to appear on the show. Head judge Shirley Ballas has previously stated that Cheryl would be her 'dream contestant'. She told the Radio Times, "I think Cheryl would be amazing."

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Tom Daley

Olympic diver Tom Daley is said to be a massive fan of the show, with bosses keen to sign him up.

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Scarlet Moffatt

Scarlett recently teased her fans by admitting she has an exciting project coming up. Speaking in a Q&A, Scarlett said, "I can't announce anything yet but let's just say the end of the year is going to be great fun."

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Faye Tozer

Steps singer Faye Tozer has reportedly signed up for the show, with bosses tipping her to be a 'strong contender'.

Although no official start date has been confirmed, if previous years are anything to go by, Strictly Come Dancing will make a return to our TV screens in September.

According to certain reports, filming for the official launch show is scheduled for Friday 31st August, where all of this year's cast will meet their celebrity partners. However, this show will not be shown live and will air at a later date.

Earlier this year it was confirmed that all four of last year's judges would be returning to the show. These include head judge Shirley Ballas, Craig Revel Horwood, Bruno Tonioli and Darcey Bussel.

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The new series of Strictly Come Dancing is expected to return later in the year.

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