Sequin fest a bit of let-down

Strictly Come Dancing was back for a new series at the weekend and I was so excited I turned down the chance to sip cocktails at a posh wine bar.

Instead I grabbed some tasty nibbles, a bottle of wine and prepared for an onslaught of sequins and step-ball-changes all from the comfort of my own sofa.

To be brutally honest, the first show on Friday was a real let down. Perhaps my expectations were too high but no-one got my heart racing—not even the handsome TV presenter Dan Lobb.

Instead I had to wait until Saturday night for some excitement in the shape of Harry from McFly, Jason Donovan and little Chelsee Healey.

I am being harsh, I know that and to be fair it was week one—most of them did well to remember the routine. That in itself is a triumph.

Nerves were no doubt a factor but the sooner the celebrities let themselves go the more fun they will have.

Early favourite for me is Harry from McFly. First to go: Nancy or Robbie.

Hero of the week: Russell Grant for his amazing sparkly eye shadow.