CLARA AMFO has quickly become one of the most popular stars taking part in this year's series of Strictly Come Dancing. Today, she revealed how she had turned down the show several times before becoming a part of this year's line-up.

The pair have been the subject of much speculation since the BBC ballroom show began last month.

The programme, broadcast on Remembrance Sunday, showed a stunning performance filmed on the White Cliffs of Dover

'Strictly Come Dancing' star Neil Jones has joined the video messaging site Cameo

Keith Lemon turned down the chance to star in 'Strictly Come Dancing' as he was told it was "hard"

The 'Strictly' champion said not having a live audience supporting contestants meant they were at an added disadvantage.

The 'Strictly' champion said not having a live audience supporting contestants meant they were at an added disadvantage.

The 'Strictly' champion said not having a live audience supporting contestants meant they were at an added disadvantage.

The 'Strictly' champion said not having a live audience supporting contestants meant they were at an added disadvantage.

The singer insisted that the pair are 'just good friends'.

He sprained his wrist in October.

The ultimate Christmas prezzie.

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"Is the show still the show I signed up for?"

Any guesses as to who's dancing to The Sugarhill Gang?

Give the pair a break, folks.

"I could’ve gone my whole life without seeing Marge Simpsons knickers but apparently Strictly Come Dancing had other plans for me."

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