Strictly Come Dancing Line-Up Completed By Unexpected Game Of Thrones Star

Kristian Nairn in 2019Game Of Thrones actor Kristian Nairn has become the final celebrity confirmed for the upcoming season of Strictly Come Dancing.Kristian is best known to fans of the long-running fantasy drama for his performance as Hodor, which marked his first professional acting job.He played the iconic character in the first four seasons of Game Of Thrones, before returning for the sixth, and has since appeared in the likes of Ripper Street and Our Flag Means Death.Looking ahead to his unexpected stint on the Strictly dance floor, Kristian – who stands at 6’10”, not shy of his Game Of Thrones character – admitted: “This will be a huge challenge for me physically, but I’m ready to rise to it!”He added: “It’s a surreal and wonderful opportunity to shed one of my left feet!”View this post on InstagramA post shared by BBC Strictly (@bbcstrictly)Kristian’s additional on-screen credits include the folk horror Unwelcome and the horror-centric US drag competition Dragula, in which he appeared as a guest judge in 2021.The Northern Irish performer was one of three new Strictly contestants to be announced on Friday morning, completing the line-up for this year’s series.Also unveiled on Friday were daytime star Ross King and former Lioness Karen Carney.Karen said taking part in Strictly was a “dream come true” as “such a huge fan of the show”.“I can’t believe I’m finally getting the chance to take part,” she admitted. “I’m so excited to meet everyone and get dancing!”View this post on InstagramA post shared by BBC Strictly (@bbcstrictly)Ross added: “From the bright lights of Hollywood to the glittering ballroom – it’s a dream come true to be part of such an iconic show.“I can’t wait to learn from the best, meet my fellow contestants, and, most importantly… try not to step on too many toes! Let’s give this the best that I can! As my mum always said: ‘You’ll never know till you give it a go!’.”View this post on InstagramA post shared by BBC Strictly (@bbcstrictly)Prior to that, a mix of other stars were also confirmed for this year’s competition – which is due to kick off in the autumn – over the last week, including Gladiators star Harry Aikines-Aryeetey (AKA Nitro), Love Island winner Dani Dyer, Doctor Who actor Alex Kingston, Drag Race UK favourite La Voix and controversial former Apprentice candidate Thomas Skinner.Check out the full line-up here.MORE STRICTLY:Here Are All The Stars Who've Been Confirmed For This Year's Series Of Strictly Come Dancing So FarStrictly Come Dancing's Latest Signing Could Well Be About To Ruffle Some FeathersStrictly Pro Nadiya Bychkova Speaks Out After 'Really Scary' Rehearsal Accident Leads To Hospital Dash

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