Strictly star Amanda Abbington's life off-screen including showbiz romance
ok.co.ukWith just weeks left to go until the return of Strictly Come Dancing for its 21st season, the first celebrity revealed to be competing in the 2023 series was announced on Friday as Amanda Abbington.
Announcing the news on BBC’s The One Show, a delighted Alex Jones revealed that Amanda would be taking part in the show, as she said: “I’m really excited and incredibly nervous!” Amanda is well known for her role as John Watson’s wife in the BBC series Sherlock, with the popular star having been keen to participate in the show for a number of years before finally getting the chance to compete in hopes of securing the coveted glitter ball trophy.
With the potential for victory now set firmly in their sights, let’s take a closer look at Amanda Abbington’s life off-screen ahead of the competition.
Early Life Born in North London back on February 28th 1974, Amanda Jane Smith was an only child who despite starting her life in the English capital, was primarily raised in leafy Hertfordshire.
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