For series nine, Anton is partnered by the glamorous Italian property lawyer, entrepreneur and TV personality Nancy Dell'Olio. Hot property indeed... but after a constricted ballroom debut due to a feather boa, will the audience remain charmed? Tune in to find out!

Already impersonating Sir Bruce, as well as some of the judges, dancers and other celebs, Erin's much loved series nine partner is Rory Bremner, widely regarded as Britain's sharpest impressionist... but will he make as big an impression on the dancefloor? Tune in to find out!

In series eight, Anton was paired with the inimitable and renowned ex-Conservative Party matriarch, Ann Widdecombe. From the outset the pair caused quite a stir with their flamboyant and quite unexpected performances! The voting public took both Ann and Anton to their hearts, saving them through to week ten.

Legendary England soccer star Peter Shilton switched his focus from football to the glitter ball in series eight. Unfortunately dancing didn't come naturally to Peter and he struggled amidst stiff competition. Despite fancy footwork with his Quickstep, the couple only made it through to week four in the competition.

Anton was paired with former model and 'Footballer's Wives' actress Laila Rouass in series seven. The pair made it through to week twelve in the competition before being eliminated. The week four Foxtrot proved to be their best performance of the series, with a combined score of 34 points.

In series seven, Erin was paired with Eastenders actor Ricky Groves. Ricky won over the nation and fellow contestants with his sense of fun, but unfortunately his charm didn't work on the judges! The couple stayed in the competition right up until week ten when they were eliminated after dancing the Tango.

In series six Anton was paired with Eastenders actress Gillian Taylforth. Unfortunately due to a lack of rehearsal time, and Gillian's resultant nerves on the opening show, the pair found themselves second from bottom on the leaderboard and were voted out of the show on the very first week.

England Rugby star Austin Healey swapped the pitch for the dance floor in series six. The pair made quite an impression with high scores from the outset and were a bookies' favourite to win! Unfortunately for Erin & Austin, the standard of dancing was exceptionally high this year and they were eventually eliminated in week twelve.

Kate Garraway swapped the GMTV studio for the ballroom in series five. Sustaining an injury during rehearsals, Kate continually found herself at the bottom of the leader board and under the judges' scrutiny. Fortunately they won over the voting public who saved them up until week seven.

Erin was paired with former professional snooker ace Willie Thorne in series five. Unfortunately Willie, who holds the world record for the highest number of breaks, didn't get any break from the judges' feedback for his dancing and was voted out of the show after the week two Tango.

Anton danced with 'Dead Ringers' comedienne Jan Ravens in series four. Despite a flair for dancing, nerves got the better of her in the live broadcasts. The couple performed a wonderful Viennese Waltz in week five, but were dealt a cruel twist of fate when they were voted out in the very same show.

In series four, Erin found herself in the safe arms of former Manchester United goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel. Whilst they glided through the ballroom rounds, the latin dances proved more challenging. Peter’s enthusiasm and growing love for dancing endeared him to the audience and the couple left the competition in week seven.

In series three, Anton was paired with former Eastenders actress Patsy Palmer. Suffering from nerves Patsy found both training and performing equally challenging… Nevertheless, the couple delivered many successful ballroom dances and made it though to the quarter-finals, finishing in fifth place.

Erin danced with Olympic hurdler and former world record holder Colin Jackson in series three. Colin’s snake-hips, latin flair and beautiful ballroom dancing made them early favourites. Despite their consistently high marks and public popularity the couple were pipped to the post and finished second... though came back to score 40 and win the Christmas special!

Much-admired television presenter and charity campaigner, Esther Rantzen, O.B.E. took to the dance floor in series two. Esther clearly enjoyed every minute on the dancefloor with Anton, but their time together was unfortunately short lived as they were voted out of the show in week three of the competition.

Comedian Julian Clary conquered his nerves and lack of confidence - surprising himself and his competitors - by reaching the finals in series 2! When faced with criticism from one judge in particular, Julian revelled in his famous camp retorts and quick wit, much to the enjoyment of the voting audience!

In series one Anton partnered the popular operatic singer, Lesley Garrett C.B.E. Charming the judges and audiences with Lesley’s rapid improvement — and their blossoming friendship — they received consistently high scores and reached the semi-final. Anton and Lesley also danced together on the Strictly Christmas special.

In the first series Erin was partnered with England Rugby league legend Martin Offiah M.B.E.. Martin initially struggled with the ballroom dances but soon found his feet in the latin rounds. The pair went on to reach fourth place in the competition and returned for the Christmas special to dance the Jive.