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Helen Flanagan Says She Turned Down Strictly for I'm a Celebrity, Now Wants a Shot

She highlights ongoing PMDD struggles, praising Vicky Pattison's openness.

Overview

  • The former Coronation Street actress confirmed she previously declined a Strictly Come Dancing offer to join ITV’s I’m A Celebrity in 2012.
  • Flanagan said the jungle stint boosted her profile despite struggling with several trials at the time.
  • She now says she would “absolutely love” to compete on Strictly and describes the show as a longtime ambition.
  • Flanagan disclosed that she lives with PMDD and credited Strictly contestant Vicky Pattison’s candor with helping her manage the condition.
  • Her remarks were published in exclusive interviews carried by the Mirror, Manchester Evening News and Wales Online in partnership with WhichBingo, as Strictly returns tonight at 6:55pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.