Be a part of my 'Strictly' journey by contributing whatever you can in aid of Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation, the UK's only charity solely dedicated to improving outcomes for people affected by lung cancer.

Having held 5 successful Strictly Ballroom events in Liverpool, raising over £150,000 for the charity, the team is now doing a `quick step’ across to Manchester for the Foundation's very first event here! The whole journey launches in November, which is lung cancer awareness month.

As a novice (but enthusiastic!) dancer, I will be working with talented dancers and choreographers from Topaz Dance School in Stretford, undertaking 10 hours of dance tuition to practice and perfect our routine.

On Saturday 17th February, I'll be one of the Strictly 'stars' to take to the dance floor in front of a live audience (gulp!) at The Emirates Old Trafford Cricket Ground to be in with a chance to lift the coveted Glitterball Trophy!

Thank you! I'm really grateful for your support. Be assured, I'll be giving it my all and putting my best foot forward on the dancefloor in February!!

Just wanted to update that I will be dancing the samba with my partner Sam! Training has begun and we hope to bring the carnival vibe to Manchester in February!!! Thanks for your support!