 The playlist features over 140 songs which Les said was a heavy mix of The Beatles, James Taylor and other 'real old school' music. It's also not the first time Les said he had been approached for Strictly as he had been contacted by producers while he was on Coronation Street. However, he said actors currently starring on the ITV soap are forbidden from taking part, so was unable to say yes at the time. Les blamed the slip-up on his 'fat fingers' (Picture: ITV/Shutterstock) In a statement following his official reveal, Les said he was 'thrilled' to be taking part. He said: 'I'm thrilled to be doing this iconic wonderful show as I approach my 70th birthday! 'In my career I've always gone for challenges outside my comfort zone and this is the ultimate one! Can't wait.' Les said he was 'thrilled' to be taking part in Strictly(Picture: Shutterstoc){kind=link}
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Les Dennis made a colossal blunder and let the cat out of the bag he had joined Strictly Come Dancing 2023.
The Family Fortunes star, 69, was the 15th and final contestant revealed for the BBC show, alongside the likes of Bobby Brazier and Amanda Abbington.
But while the Death In Paradise actor was officially announced on Friday’s Good Morning Britain, he accidentally let slip he was polishing off his dancing shoes the week prior.