Tom Dean Confirms Strictly Come Dancing Role

Tom Dean, the Olympic gold medal-winning swimmer, accidentally revealed that he would be participating in the next series of Strictly Come Dancing during a radio interview on Capital Breakfast, breaking BBC rules. Despite the slip-up, during the interview, he attempted to downplay the announcement, stating he was focused on enjoying his Olympic experience and spending time with teammates. Co-hosts Jordan North and Chris Stark teased him about the awkwardness of the situation, with Kemi Rodgers commenting on his reluctance to share more. Dean's earlier comment came after his team's victory in the freestyle relay at the Summer Olympics in Paris. He expressed excitement about the opportunity while trying to maintain a professional demeanor despite the pressure to confirm the rumors. The hosts jokingly referenced speculation about their own participation, adding to the lighthearted atmosphere of the interview.