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Harry is the drummer in the Brit award-winning band McFly, who first found fame with their number one single Five Colours In Her Hair, making them the youngest band to have a number one single – a title they took from The Beatles, no less. Harry had a successful first experience on the dance floor last year, when he won the Children in Need version of the show with partner Ola Jordan. Although one of this year's youngest contenders, he's an expert with rhythm and responsible for keeping the beat, so hopefully he'll be able to keep his feet in time with the music.

What made you decide to take part in Strictly?

I love a challenge and this will certainly be the biggest challenge I've taken on. It's a once in a lifetime opportunity that I couldn't turn down.

What are you looking for from your professional partner?

Someone who will push me and be able to cope with my obsessive nature. I'd also like someone I can have good fun with.

You're used to performing on stage in front of thousands – will you be more nervous taking to the dance floor?

Yes! Way more nervous. I'm used to using my hands on stage and not my legs!

How do you feel about going solo without the rest of your band mates? And what do they think about you taking part in the show?

I would certainly feel a lot better if they were doing it with me! I would love to see Dougie trying to dance. They are excited and nervous for me and they are also happy that their Saturday night entertainment is sorted for at least a week.