The latest twist on Strictly Come Dancing sees the addition of its youngest-ever professional dancer, social media star Maddie Ingoldsby, who recently turned 21
With a sizable following of 43.5k on Instagram, Maddie is not only a six-time World Amateur 10 Dance Champion but also an actress, making her a formidable presence among the five new pros joining the show
As the BBC programme prepares for a major revamp this September, excitement is palpable following a recent culling of professionals and the exit of long-standing hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman
However, some fans have expressed discontent regarding fellow new signings, particularly Love Island's Cach Mercer, questioning his suitability given his reality TV background.