Who is JB Gill? Meet Strictly Come Dancing 2024 contestant and pop star

In the show's opening episode, the JLS band member was paired with Amy Dowden — who triumphantly returned to the ballroom on Saturday after missing last year due to her breast cancer diagnosis.

This isn't Gill's first time in the Strictly ballroom, as he previously danced in the Christmas special over a decade ago — but this pop-star-turned-farmer loved it so much, he's back again!

So, who is JB Gill and how does he feel about appearing on Strictly Come Dancing 2024? Read on to find out.

Who is JB Gill?

Age: 37

Job: Singer

Instagram: @jbgill

Strictly partner: Amy Dowden

JB Gill is a singer best known for being a member of boy band JLS, who were the runners-up of The X Factor in 2008.

While the group disbanded in 2013, they reunited in 2020 for a reunion tour, and have since been filling everyone will nostalgia with their performances.

Gill previously appeared on and won the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special in 2012 following his jive with former Strictly pro Ola Jordan.

Beyond JLS, Gill has appeared on Countryfile, The Jump and Celebrity MasterChef.

What has JB Gill said about joining Strictly 2024?

"I danced in the Strictly Christmas special over a decade ago and LOVED it, so when I got the call to join Strictly this year, it was an immediate yes from me," Gill said.

"I'm raring to go and looking forward to showing off some new skills to the JLS boys. From muddy wellies on the fields of my farm to sequins and Glitterballs - I'm here to embrace it all!"

Strictly Come Dancing continues on Saturday 21st September at 7pm on BBC One.

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