Strictly Come Dancing's Sam Quek risks 'fix row' after hinting she was going to have dance lessons before appearing on the show Have YOU got a story? Email [email protected] By Amelia Wynne For Mailonline Published: 19:47 EDT, 14 August 2024 | Updated: 19:53 EDT, 14 August 2024 e-mail 12 shares View comments Strictly Come Dancing's Sam Quek has risked sparking a 'fix row' after hinting she was going to have dance lessons before appearing on the show. The GB hockey sensation, 35, will be taking part in this year's series on the BBC but has previously teased she was going to get lessons.
She will join the likes of Nick Knowles , Paul Merson and Pete Wicks on the show which has been hit by and abuse and bullying scandal in recent months. Sporting star Sam appeared on ITV 's I'm A Celebrity in 2016 with former Strictly pro Ola Jordan . And in an interview with HELLO! after the show she divulged that she and husband Tom Mairs were going to do dance classes.
Strictly Come Dancing's Sam Quek has risked sparking a 'fix row' after hinting she was going to have dance lessons before appearing on the show The GB hockey sensation, 35, will be taking part in this year's series on the BBC but has previously teased she was going to get lessons Sam said: 'I got to know Ola and James over in Australia so they gave us the dancing bug, and Wayne Bridge and Frankie knew how to dance. 'It's a good thing for us to get out and get more active rather than socialising on the sofa, so we're going to start taking classes on the corner.' A representative for Sam has been contacted by MailOnline for comment.
Sam was announced to be taking part in Strictly's on Monday's episode of The One Show, alongside Nick and Paul. Sam, MBE, is a television personality and former field hockey player. She was also a team captain on A Question of Sport.
She played as a defender for both the England and Great Britain teams, wearing squad number 13, and won gold as part of the British team at the 2016 Summer Olympics. She said on the show: 'I am so relieved it is out there now it has been hard to keep a secret! 'The rumours were spreading and I had to lie! I am used to dancing on a girls night out but I will give it my all. I hope to get to Blackpool!' Sporting star Sam appeared on ITV 's I'm A Celebrity in 2016 with former Strictly pro Ola Jordan And in an interview with HELLO! after the show she divulged that she and husband Tom Mairs were going to do dance classes (Ola seen on I'm A Celeb) Sam said: 'I got to know Ola and James over in Australia so they gave us the dancing bug.
It's a good thing for us to get out and get more active rather than socialising on the sofa, so we're going to start taking classes on the corner' (Ola and James seen on Strictly in 2012) DIY SOS star Nick, 61, Sam, and former footballer Paul, 56, appeared on Monday night's The One Show as the announcement was made. Read More FINAL three Strictly Come Dancing contestants confirmed: DIY SOS star Nick Knowles, former footballer Paul Merson and GB hockey sensation Sam Quek set for new series Presenter Nick said: 'I danced in Rio last year doing an Argentine Tango and I thought this is great. My elder sister was a ballroom dancer so I am the least talented person in the family! 'I am going to really go for it I will throw myself at it 100 per cent!' Nick is a television presenter, writer and musician.
He is best known for his presenting roles on the BBC, including game shows Who Dares Wins, Break the Safe and 5-Star Family Reunion. Meanwhile Paul is an former professional footballer, manager, commentator and sports television pundit for Sky Sports. Originally a forward, Merson found success as an attacking midfielder and playmaker later in his career.
He said on The One Show: 'I won't worry about it until it starts but when it does I will be nervous - I have only danced three times in my life. But I will have a go - I play to win and it won't be through lack of trying.' Love Island's Tasha Ghouri, JLS star JB Gill and opera singer Wynne Evans are the other big names taking part.
The show will return in the autumn to the BBC. Sam was announced to be taking part in Strictly's on Monday's episode of The One Show, alongside Nick and Paul Sam, MBE, is a television personality and former field hockey player. She was also a team captain on A Question of Sport STRICTLY LINE-UP 2024 Chris McCausland Age: 46 Profession: Comedian Chris says: 'If anybody out there is thinking - How the hell is he going to do that? - then rest assured that I am thinking exactly the same thing.
' Dr. Punam Krishan Age: Unknown Profession: GP and broadcaster Punam says: 'I have watched Strictly every year and it feels extra special that it’s the 20th year, I can’t believe I will be the one getting Strictly-fied.' Toyah Willcox Age: 66 Profession: Singer, actor, presenter Toyah says: 'I'm super excited and love this show.
To be a part of it, the spray tan the glitter. Its a landmark year for me I came a pensioner, Glasto and now I get spray tans.' Pete Wicks Age: 36 Profession: Reality star Pete says: 'Dancing live in front of the nation every Saturday? Absolutely terrifying.
' Shayne Ward Age: 39 Profession: Actor and singer Shayne says: 'I'm no stranger to live TV, but dancing Latin and Ballroom in front of millions is a whole new level.' Tom Dean Age: 24 Profession: Olympic medal winning swimmer Tom says: 'Now I can officially talk about how excited I am to get stuck into something new, meet some brilliant people and get dancing' Nick Knowles Age: 61 Profession: TV presenter Nick says: 'I am going to really go for it I will throw myself at it 100 per cent!' JB Gill Age: 37 Profession: Singer JB says: 'A lot of the ballroom styles are very alien to me - I didn't do those dances growing up. I am not a trained dancer.
' Wynne Evans Age: 52 Profession: Opera singer, presenter Wynne says: 'The stuff I'm nervous about is the ones that involve jumping, I don't really want to do the jive, I'm nervous about that. Tasha Ghouri Age: 25 Profession: Model and reality star Tasha says: 'I’ve been watching the show since I was little – it's a firm Ghouri family favourite - so this is a total dream come true.' Sarah Hadland Age: 53 Profession: Actress Sarah says: 'I feel particularly excited to be part of such an iconic show in its 20th year.
' Jamie Borthwick Age: 30 Profession: EastEnders star Jamie says: 'I had a ball doing the Christmas special, so when I was asked to join it was the easiest yes!' Sam Quek Age: 35 Profession: Former GB hockey player and presenter Sam says: 'I am so relieved it is out there now it has been hard to keep a secret! The rumours were spreading and I had to lie! I am used to dancing on a girls night out but I will give it my all' Paul Merson Age: 56 Profession: Former footballer Paul says: 'I won't worry about it until it starts but when it does I will be nervous - I have only danced three times in my life!' BBC Strictly Come Dancing Share or comment on this article: Strictly Come Dancing's Sam Quek risks 'fix row' after hinting she was going to have dance lessons before appearing on the show e-mail 12 shares Add comment.
