Strictly Come Dancing' star Will Mellor has revealed that he is doing the BBC competition for his mum after a "rough" few years.
The former Coronation Street and Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps actor will take to the famous ballroom next Friday night, September 23, and says he wants to make her "proud" after what has been a difficult time for his family, reports The Mirror.The popular show, which is celebrating 20 years this year, was supposed to launch this Saturday, September 17, but has been postponed until next week following the Queen's death.Speaking to New magazine, the 46-year-old said: “For years I’ve always been worried about doing big reality shows because of what affect it can have...
but my mindset changed when my dad passed away in 2020.“You realise life is short so I decided to just say “yes” to more things.
You’ve got to grab life and make memories and do new things and challenges.”The actor continued: “It’s my mum’s favourite show too.
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