Strictly’s Tasha Ghouri forced to defend her dancing experience after being announced as latest recruit

STRICTLY star Tasha Ghouri has been forced to defend her dancing experience after announcing she was joining the competition.

The 25-year-old, who was dating former professional dancer Giovanni Pernice, performed at a number of major dance events before finding fame on Love Island.

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This raises concerns that she will have an unfair advantage over her co-stars – just like her competitors JB Gill and Sarah Hadland.

As she was revealed as the sixth contestant on the BBC dance show, Tasha said: “Pinch me, I can’t believe I’m going on Strictly Come Dancing.

“I’ve been watching this show since I was little – it’s a Ghouri family favourite – so this is a dream come true.

“I know it will be an unforgettable experience and I hope to represent and make everyone proud on that dance floor.”

The reality star then defended her stance on the show despite being a professional dancer – saying: “I haven’t danced for a number of years, since Love Island, my career is so different.

“It’s such a different style of dance, maybe I’m not good at it, like ballet – I’m not good at ballet.

“I am trained in commercial street style, it will be very hard but I am looking forward to this challenge.”