Loose Women panellist ‘turned down’ Strictly in favour of I’m A Celebrity [Video]

A Loose Women newbie reportedly shunned Strictly Come Dancing in favour of another ITV show.

GK Barry – an influencer and podcast phenomenon – was rumoured to have signed up for the BBC dance show’s 20th series, with her name repeatedly mentioned in speculative line-ups earlier this year.

However, with no sign of the social media star – real name Grace Keeling – in the cast list so far, it’s now been said that she turned Strictly down.

Grace, 24, is now being eyed by I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! bosses for a stint Down Under this autumn.

According to a source, signing Grace – whose hit podcast is called Saving Grace – could be a great way of attracting younger viewers.

‘GK is hugely popular with the younger generation and is sharp and quick-witted which would translate well to chats around the campfire with other celebs,’ an insider told The …