EastEnders actress Rose Ayling-Ellis will make history as the first deaf contestant to take part in Strictly Come Dancing. The soap has scored two of their stars to join the upcoming series, with Rose being announced on Thursday night- hours after her former co-star Nina Wadia was revealed as the 11th celebrity to be taking part in the dance competition.
The actress, 30, who plays Frankie Lewis, said she hopes by taking part in Strictly she will 'break down barriers' for the deaf community. 'To be the first deaf contestant on Strictly Come Dancing is sooooo exciting. .
and a little bit scary,' Rose said. 'It is the hardest secret I have ever had to keep so it feels amazing to finally have this out in the open. 'I hope I will do the deaf.
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