Strictly's Zara McDermott determined to be show's 'hottest contestant ever'
12.08.2023 - 12:13
/ dailyrecord.co.uk
Zara McDermott is said to be determined to rise to the challenge of becoming Strictly's sexiest contestant yet.
The Love Island star, 26, joined the likes of Bobby Brazier, Amanda Abbington, and Les Dennis, in the upcoming BBC ballroom dancing series. Zara, who is currently dating Made in Chelsea's Sam Thompson, has reportedly not shied away from the skimpiest costumes the Strictly Come Dancing wardrobe has to offer.
An insider said: “Zara is absolutely stunning and puts in the work at the gym so she’s rightly proud of her body. Plus she’s young, fun and into fashion so she’s told the team she’s up for anything they throw at her - the shorter and skimpier the better, really."
They added to The Sun: “Zara knows she is the glam girl in this year’s cast and is up for the challenge of being the show’s sexiest star yet.”
The source added: “Zara is out to prove what you wear has nothing to do with your work or your intelligence, so owning the Strictly wardrobe is just part of that.”
Zara shot to fame after starring on the ITV2 dating show but has moved on to fronting hard-hitting documentaries on revenge porn and eating disorders. Announcing the news this week on BBC Radio 1 with Vick Hope and Jordan North, Zara said: "I grew up watching it every year with my nan and she was the biggest Strictly fan.
"We would dance around the house and I have such fond memories of that time in my life. I even remember the first ever series, and being mesmerised by all the beautiful dresses. I can’t wait to throw myself into this experience and start training."
She added: "I have zero dance experience. I don't even dance in a nightclub - I'm that petrified of dancing."
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