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Welsh TV Presenter Alex has had a whirlwind 18 months, fast becoming a household name as a presenter of The One Show and one the most recognisible faces on the ´óÏó´«Ã½. Alex started her career in TV production as a researcher, but was sacked from two jobs before finding that her forte lay in front of the camera. After a number of years presenting programmes in her native Wales Alex got her big break when she joined The One Show. With her One Show co-host Matt Baker having set the bar high as a finalist in last year's series, will she be able to give him a run for his money?

What made you decide to do the show?

I think mainly because I've watched Strictly since it began and it's every girl's dream to wear the dresses they wear on the show – the ultimate girlie glamour! I also want to take part because we don't get to move around much on The One Show so it will be nice to stretch my legs. It is the ultimate dream come true!

What are you looking for from your professional partner?

More than anything I'm looking for someone to have fun with but also someone who has the patience of a saint. A good looking partner wouldn't go amiss but overall I'd like someone who is going to make the journey fun.

What advice has co-host of The One Show Matt Baker, last year's runner up, been giving you so far?

Matt has not shut up since the day I told him I was taking part in Strictly. He has a line of advice for absolutely everything from what to eat, who to be partnered with, to hopping on one leg for balance! I go to bed hearing Matt Baker's voice. I think when I'm practising with my partner we'll see Matt's head bobbing at the window taking notes on me.

What will you be doing to get Wales and the rest of the nation behind you?

Bribing them! I think on a show like this you have to be yourself. Hopefully The One Show viewers will support me but short of paying people I'm not sure.