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E4's The Real Dirty Dancing: Full celebrity line up for the new series of the reality show

A brand new series of the iconic toe-tapping 'reality' show, The Real Dirty Dancing, is finally set to air on E4 on Monday, February 21 after much anticipation.

A fresh-faced set of famous faces are once again set to put their best foot forward and attempt to learn all the legendary moves from the film that started it all.

Comedian Keith Lemon and former Pussycat Doll Ashley Roberts will be hosting the latest instalment, which was filmed at a picturesque lakeside spot, just like in the movie.

Read more: Gemma Collins: On-screen romances, tragic miscarriages, weight loss transformation and self-harm revelation

Patrick Swayze impressions and Jennifer Grey quotes at the ready, let's get the popcorn out and see who's the best Dirty Dancer this year...

The cast of The Real Dirty Dancing (Pete Dadds/Channel 4)

Anthea Turner

One of Blue Peter's most widely-adored presenters and now a common household name, Anthea Turner is no stranger to the reality television spotlight.

The 61-year-old previously featured on the first ever series of Celebrity Big Brother all the way back in 2001, and has since made appearances on Hell's Kitchen, The Jump and Celebrity Antiques Road Trip.

She might also be able to put her Dancing On Ice experience to good use when trying to master the movie's jaw-dropping lift!

James 'Arg' Argent

TOWIE alumni Arg is also amongst the squad of big names set to take part in the dance show.

James Argent (James Argent Instagram)

After first taking to our screens almost 12 years ago, the reality star, like Turner, has also taken part in physically demanding series such as The Jump, and has also appeared on the likes of Family Fortunes, Celebs Go Dating and Celebrity Coach Trip.

Marnie Simpson

Why aye! Geordie Shore girl Marnie Simpson is also prepping to get down and dirty.

The Newcastle lass shot to fame back in 2013, becoming one of the UK's best-loved reality stars.

Marnie Simpson is seen entering the Celebrity Big Brother house in 2016 (PA)

Simpson, who became a mum for the first time in 2019 and is currently expecting her second child with fiance Casey Johnson, has made appearances in Ex On The Beach, as well as Celebrity Big Brother during her time in the spotlight. Whether she can dance however, is yet to be established...

Tom Malone Jr

Gogglebox fans will recognise our next dancer as Manchester lad Tom, who has featured on our screens from the comfort of his living room sofa on an almost-nightly basis since 2015.

You might be suprised to learn however, that the nationally-recognised telly-watcher is in fact a choreographer. We're predicting he'll do extremely well as the TikTok dancing superstar has performed in the past with the likes of Rita Ora, Fergie and Wiley.

Chelsee Healey

Original Waterloo Road actress Chelsee Healey, who is currently playing Goldie McQueen on Hollyoaks, is also set to join the line-up.

The actress has shown her face on reality shows such as Celebs Go Dating in the past, however it might be her stint on Strictly Come Dancing back in 2011, where she triumphed as runner-up, that will allow her to impress the audience.

Darren Harriott

Stand-up superstar Darren Harriott is also hoping to bring the 'wow' factor to The Real Dirty Dancing.

The 33-year-old funny-man, who was nominated for the Best Newcomer Award and Best Show Award at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in both 2017 and 2019, recently wrote on his Instagram, "Could I be Johnny Castle? Or more like Johnny Bungalow?

"I was lucky enough to be part of such a fun show based around a iconic film."

Saffron Barker

YouTube sensation Saffron Barker, will likely be going head-to-head with fellow Strictly alumni Chelsee Healey, having competed on the show herself back in 2019.

Saffron is a very popular online influencer (Instagram/Saffron Barker)

The 21-year-old, who shot to fame through her popular videos across social media, took part in the 17th series of Strictly and danced with AJ Pritchard, finishing the competition in sixth place in week 10.

Let's hope she's been practising ever since...

Lee Ryan

Now onto another star who MUST have tried his hand at some (extremely cringe) choreo at some point during his career.

Lee Ryan, a.k.a Lee from Blue, has become something of a reality TV veteran since his singing days came to an end. As well as appearing on EastEnders, the former boyband member has taken part in Celebrity Big Brother, Celebs Go Dating and... Most Haunted?

We're unsure on his ability to pull shapes however, as his 2018 stint on Strictly Come Dancing came to an end after just TWO WEEKS.

Verona Rose

Radio DJ Verona Rose will also be stepping into the on-screen spotlight amongst her fellow celebs tonight.

The host of ITVs Secret Crush will be exchanging the presenting for some pirouette-ing when she hits the dancefloor.

Bobby Seagull

University Challenge champion and undisputed brainbox Bobby Seagull is set to join the line-up tonight in what will be his first television appearance since the question show win.

He now hosts teatime quiz series, The Answer Trap.

Last week saw him post a trailer for his newest project on his Instagram account with the caption, "Nobody puts Bobby in the corner!"

The Real Dirty Dancing airs on E4 on Monday, February 21 at 9pm.

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