Iain Lee reveals first three Strictly contestants

Iain Lee has let slip the first three \'Strictly Come Dancing\' contestants.

The 46-year-old TV presenter leaked the news that Sam Allardyce, Jamie Laing and Anneka Rice have reportedly signed up for the ballroom dancing show, hours before the BBC is set to announce the line-up on Wednesday\'s (31.07.19) episode of \'The One Show\'.

Speaking to Ben Shephard on \'Good Morning Britain\', Iain said: "They are going to announce the first three people on a show called The One Show - it\'s going to be Sam Allardyce, Jamie Laing and Anneka Rice."

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A shocked Ben replied: "They are announcing it later and you have already announced it?"

However, Iain did not appear to be too worried about the leak and feigning surprise, he said: "Oops, sorry."

\'EastEnders\' actress Emma Barton - who plays Honey Mitchell on the BBC soap - has also reportedly signed up for the new series of \'Strictly\'.

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A source said: "She is very musical, has natural rhythm, and is sure to do well. She\'s also come from a bit of a dance background, so is hopeful this could open new doors."

Meanwhile, Motsi Mabuse was recently confirmed as the new \'Strictly Come Dancing\' judge.

The South African star - whose sister is \'Strictly\' pro Oti Mabuse - was announced as Dame Darcey Bussell\'s replacement for the upcoming series of the show, meaning she will sit on the panel alongside Craig Revel Horwood, Shirley Ballas and Bruno Tonioli.

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She said: "I am absolutely overjoyed to be joining the \'Strictly\' judging panel.

"I have so much respect and admiration for the other three judges and hope to add my own bit of sparkle to the show. I can\'t wait to get started!"