STRICTLY: CBBC's Rhys REACTS to being a contestant | Newsround

Newsround can exclusively reveal that Rhys Stephenson is the latest celeb to be announced as a contestant on Strictly Come Dancing 2021.

Rhys presents on the CBBC channel, where he hosts from ‪@cbbc‬ HQ often with ‪@HackerTDog‬

"I am BUZZING to be a part of Strictly Come Dancing 2021. I have dreamt about being on this show, and I know for a fact that it is going to exceed every expectation," he said.

"I cannot wait to experience it all: the costumes, the orchestra, even Craig's glare! I am READY!"

Rhys has appeared on lots of shows including ‪@bluepeter‬ Saturday Mash-Up, Dengineers and of course, Newsround!

Away from presenting on CBBC, Rhys is also an ambassador for Place2Be, a charity which provides mental health help in schools.

Now the news is out there, he says he needs to get in touch with fellow CBBC presenter Karim Zeroual - who also appeared on Strictly back in 2019 - for some tips on learning the dances and dealing with the pressure.

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