80s icon Toyah Willcox has “signed up for the new series of Strictly Come Dancing”, it was reported on Saturday.
The singer, 66, is said to be donning her dancing shoes for the BBC competition which starts in September.
She hopes to follow in the footsteps of her friend Angela Rippon, who starred in the series last year, according to Sun.
Toyah could join other rumored celebrities; Nicola Roberts, Dave Fishwick, Chris McCausland, Gladiator Nitro, Coronation Street actress Helen Worth and Olympian Laura Kenny.
Speaking in April, he admitted Mirror He would love to participate in the program “in the next few years.”
80s icon Toyah Willcox has ‘signed up for new series of Strictly Come Dancing’, it was reported on Saturday (pictured August 2023)
Toyah revealed: “I’d have to do it sooner rather than later because I won’t be able to move.” I understand how hard they work. I am friends with Angela Rippon and she was extraordinary.
‘If I’m going to do it, it’s going to have to happen within the next few years because I don’t think I’ll be able to move like that in two years. But you know, everyone wants to do it. Strictly, I wouldn’t say no.’
MailOnline has contacted Toyah’s representative and the BBC for comment.
Toyah saw eight top 40 singles and released over 20 albums throughout her brilliant career.
Strictly Come Dancing has been rocked by scandals lately, with the series receiving several complaints about professional Giovanni Pernice.
A male celebrity has reportedly joined the group of women complaining about his behavior during his time on Strictly Come Dancing.
Last month, it was confirmed that three women, including Amanda Abbington, had hired £700-an-hour lawyers at top London law firm Carter Ruck to bring claims against Giovanni and the BBC.
The BBC launched an investigation after the dancer, 33, was accused of “threatening and abusive behaviour” while working with Amanda, 52, Good Morning Britain presenter Ranvir Singh, 46, and the former Love Island presenter Laura Whitmore, 39, on the show. – something he vehemently denies.
Despite the furore, head judge Shirley Ballas has supported the under-fire pro and will join him in hosting a series of dance classes in London next month.
The singer, 66, will don her dancing shoes for the BBC competition which starts in September (pictured in 1982).
She hopes to follow in the footsteps of her friend Angela Rippon, who starred in the series last year, according to The Sun.
Called Ballando, the one-day event is led by Shirley, Giovanni and Anton Du Beke as they share their experience with fans.
In the latest twist to the bitter legal battle, the unnamed star, who worked with Giovanni during his time on the show, is said to have shared his experiences with the law firm.
‘After three women came forward, now a man has joined their ranks. “He has personally reached out to the women who are at the center of this unfolding crisis, offering them his full support and backing,” a source said. Sun.
‘He was also in contact with Carter Ruck and told them what he knows and shared his experiences. These experiences were, at times, very complicated.’
Giovanni launched a counterattack by hiring rival law firm Schillings. His case is being handled by Joelle Rich, 39, who represented Johnny Depp in his 2020 defamation trial.
A spokesperson for Giovanni told the publication: “Schillings is working with BBC Studios to provide evidence from Giovanni to firmly refute the claims being made about him and confirm that Giovanni is cooperating fully.”
“As with any reality television show, when decisions are made for entertainment purposes, producers have a duty of care to all participants.”
MailOnline has contacted Giovanni’s representatives. He strictly declined to comment.
Amanda quit the competition midway through the series, citing personal reasons after weeks of rumors about a feud with Giovanni.
The Sherlock star said he was diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder and demanded to see footage of rehearsals.
Over the weekend, Amanda denied reports that Giovanni had asked the BBC to film his rehearsals with the actress due to growing concerns about her behaviour, claiming that she had requested that her dance practices be filmed, not him. .
‘I asked them to record them, it was me. Giovanni is unpleasant. He was terrible to some of us, to a group of us.
Giovanni previously shared a post on Instagram detailing that he was “totally shocked” by the allegations, which he denies.
Strictly Come Dancing has been rocked by scandals lately, as the series has seen a series of complaints about professional Giovanni Pernice.
Last month, it was confirmed that three women, including Amanda Abbington (pictured), had hired £700-an-hour lawyers at top London law firm Carter Ruck to bring claims.
Despite the furore, head judge Shirley Ballas has backed the under-fire pro and will join him in hosting a series of dance classes in London next month alongside Anton Du Beke.
Other former partners have also come out to support him, including Debbie McGee, the widow of magician Paul Daniels, who was paired with him in 2017.
Giovanni also had a positive relationship with deaf contestant Rose Ayling-Ellis, 29, whom he led to a triumphant victory in 2021, with the pair winning a TV BAFTA for their silent dance routine.
Shortly after Amanda’s accusations, Debbie shared a beaming photo of her and Giovanni taken backstage during their period together. “Happy memories, Giovanni and I had the best times on Strictly,” she said in the caption.
However, he has not completely cut ties with the BBC, and another source revealed that the BBC is considering commissioning another travel series with Anton Du Beke following strong feedback from viewers.
