Fans of ‘Strictly’ will recall that last year’s line-up was announced on a one-contestant-per-day basis, through a variety of different inventive ways, such as with an announcement on ‘This Morning’, through a Vine post or on Radio 1.
This year is clearly no exception, with Ainsley revealing the news that he was taking part in ‘Strictly’ on Tuesday night’s ‘The One Show’.
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Ainsley Harriott
The celebrity chef, and former ‘Ready Steady Cook’ presenter, excitedly said: “I must admit that I do love to dance, but doing it in front of the nation is a whole different matter!
"In my day job the only type of salsa I know about is the one in my recipes so I am looking forward to rising to the challenge, bring it on!"
He added that the ‘Strictly’ experience should be a challenge, given that his dancing ability is mostly limited to "dancing around the kitchen with Suzy Salt and Percy Pepper".
“But I truly, madly, deeply want to learn to dance.”
Here are a handful of the other celebrities rumoured to be taking part in ‘Strictly’ this year:
'Strictly Come Dancing' Rumours 2015
Michelle Heaton(01 of10)
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Just weeks after Michelle revealed that she'd love a stint on 'Strictly', the Beeb were in touch, reportedly offering her a spot on the upcoming series. (credit:Jonathan Short/Invision/AP)
Jamelia(02 of10)
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Despite reports claiming that Jamelia was planning a stint in the 'I'm A Celebrity' jungle, the 'Loose Women' panelist looks more likely to get her dancing shoes on, and remain in the UK. (credit:Joel Ryan/Invision/AP)
Dermot O'Leary(03 of10)
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In late July, fans who thought Dermot might be getting ready to don a sequin vest were being offered odds of 6/4. (credit:David M. Benett via Getty Images)
Alan Titchmarsh(04 of10)
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Alan's previously admitted that 'Strictly' is "the only reality TV show I'd consider", and with his ITV chat show coming to an end, there's never been a better time for him to sign up. (credit:Max Mumby/Indigo via Getty Images)
Hetti Bywater (05 of10)
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Could former 'EastEnders' star Hetti be returning to BBC1? (credit:Joel Ryan/Invision/AP)
Jamie and Louise Redknapp (06 of10)
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Jamie and Louise Redknapp are both believed to be in advanced talks with BBC bosses. (credit:ASSOCIATED PRESS)
Natalie Anderson(07 of10)
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After leaving 'Emmerdale', Natalie has revealed that she's keen to try something new, stating that the show would work well with her busy life as a mum. (credit:Karwai Tang via Getty Images)
Richard Madeley(08 of10)
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Richard is another bookies' favourite. (credit:Joel Ryan/Invision/AP)
Antony Cotton(09 of10)
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'Strictly' bosses have no shortage of willing soapstars this year, but sadly, while Antony did once want to nab a spot on the show, his new 'Corrie' contract makes things difficult. (credit:Anthony Harvey via Getty Images)
Sarah-Jane Crawford(10 of10)
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The former 'Xtra Factor' presenter will be following in Caroline Flack's footsteps if she hotfoots it to the BBC - and it didn't exactly do Flacko any harm. (credit:Vianney Le Caer/Invision/AP)