BBC Strictly Come Dancing star Annabel Croft has shared her joy at becoming a grandmother for the first time
Annabel Croft, aged 58, has shared the delightful news that she's soon to become a grandmother, as her daughter Amber, 31, is expecting a baby this year.
The Strictly Come Dancing star, who partnered with Johannes Radebe on the show, revealed that the new arrival is due in September, describing it as "it's something positive to look forward to".
She expressed her excitement, saying: "I'm really excited to become a grandmother. When you have children yourself, it's such a whirlwind and you spend your life sort of treading water, and you don't enjoy the good bits. But now I'm looking forward to just enjoying every second."
Annabel participated in 'Strictly' following the loss of her husband Mel Coleman to colon cancer. As she prepares for milestones like becoming a grandmother, she admits missing him more than ever.
However, speaking to Hello! magazine, she affirmed that the family will continue to move forward and focus on the future: "When you deal with what we've dealt with as a family, you start to live in the moment, and that's our motto."
Later this year, Annabel is set to embark on a tour where she'll likely share updates and insights into her new role as a grandmother, reports OK!.
In other news, speculation is rife about who will participate in the upcoming series of 'Strictly Come Dancing', with footballer Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink rumoured to be hitting the dance floor.
While the BBC has yet to confirm the official line-up, the 53 year old could potentially follow in the footsteps of Alex Scott and Tony Adams.
An insider disclosed: "Jimmy has a huge fanbase from his years playing in the Premier League and is a very likeable character.
"Show producers are always keen to book a retired footballer as it gets footie fans tuning into the series and becoming unlikely fans of the show."
The source further told The Sun: "Jimmy has a competitive edge and is going to get his head in the game."
Viewers won't have to wait too long for the new series, which typically kicks off in September. Last year, comedian Chris McCausland clinched the trophy with Dianne Buswell.
Strictly Come Dancing airs on BBC One.
