EXCLUSIVE Gemma Collins eyes up a spot on Strictly and vows to become the BBC show's first ever plus size winner By Sarah Packer, Chief Showbiz Reporter Published: 10:00 BST, 13 June 2024 | Updated: 10:16 BST, 13 June 2024 e-mail View comments Gemma Collins is targeting a place on Strictly Come Dancing 's 2024 line-up and believes she can become the dance show's first ever plus-size winner. The former TOWIE star, 43, is believed to be under consideration by show bosses due to her strong links with the BBC , having recently filmed an episode of genealogy series Who Do You Think You Are ? as well as fronting a podcast on BBC Sounds. She has previously been a ratings hit on rival show Dancing On Ice and Gemma believes she could do likewise on Strictly, while also proving to doubters that larger competitors can succeed.
But she fears there will still be 'outrage' among the general public because of 'misconceptions' someone with her body type can't move despite the fact Gemma, with a background in musical theatre, can do the splits. Speaking exclusively to MailOnline, Gemma said: 'It would be the dream, who wouldn't want to do Strictly? Gemma Collins is targeting a place on Strictly Come Dancing's 2024 line-up and believes she can become the dance show's first ever plus-size winner The former TOWIE star is believed to be under consideration by bosses due to her strong links with the BBC, having recently filmed an episode of Who Do You Think You Are? She fears there will still be '.
