ANTON du Beke says he's "pert and ready" to replace Motsi Mabuse as a judge Strictly Come Dancing. The Sun revealed the veteran dance professional is stepping into Motsi's shoes as she isolates at home.
She was forced to make an urgent trip to Germany and will now spend two weeks at home. Anton appeared to be the obvious choice after he was booted out in the first week with former Home Secretary Jacqui Smith.
Before his new role was announced, Anton was asked if would consider being a judge on podcast Driven Celebrities. "In a heartbeat," he said. "I wouldn't hang up the shoes at all, because I love being out in front and performing. "I do have a bit of time on my hands now, so I don't know of a better way to fill it quite frankly.
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