The journalist, author and presenter was announced as the first star to be taking to the dancefloor during The Chris Evans Breakfast Show on BBC Radio 2.
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Jeremy Vine
The Radio 2 morning presenter joked that he was looking forward to getting dressed up in sequins and admitted he was doing it for his two daughters.
“How could I say no to the biggest show in TV? Yes, yes,yes and yes again to the sequins and the Samba,” he said.
“Now I just need to find some dancing shoes and identify my left foot. I am doing it for my two young daughters who jumped behind the sofa when I told them.
“It seems Dad on Strictly is more scary than Doctor Who.”
As well as his Radio 2 show, the 50-year-old also presents BBC One's ‘Points of View’ on Sundays, as well as ‘Eggheads’ on BBC Two.
A seasoned broadcaster, Jeremy has also been one of the presenters for the BBC’s election coverage since 2006, including overseeing the famous Swingometer.
More celebrity contestants for the new series of ‘Strictly’ are set to be announced over the coming weeks.
Find out who has been rumoured to be taking part below...
'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)