Model and influencer Ellie Goldstein has become the latest celebrity to join the Strictly Come Dancing line-up ahead of this year’s series.

Ellie has already been a trailblazer in her work, notably becoming the first model with Down syndrome to appear on the cover of British Vogue, and partnering with Barbie to help create the brand’s first doll with the genetic condition.

On Wednesday morning, Ellie revealed during an interview with BBC Breakfast that she will be the first contestant with Down syndrome to compete on a series of Strictly.

“I’m absolutely over the moon to be joining the cast and pros of Strictly Come Dancing this year,” she later enthused. “It’s a show I’ve loved watching for so long, and the chance to now be part of it feels like a dream.”

She added: “I know

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