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The 34-year-old television presenter and former model will take to the dance floor each week until Christmas with professional dancer Gorka Marquez. Speaking to BBC Breakfast, Katie said she
has no rhythm and can't even clap in time. She said: "I don't have that natural rhythm but I like the fact there's a challenge. "I already know how much of an
amazing experience it will be for me and I can't wait to show my girls some of my new dance moves. “I’m nervous to put on my dancing shoes but can't wait to learn a new skill and
have the Strictly tan and makeover!" Katie will join fellow celebrities Faye Tozer, Lauren Steadman, Graeme Swann, Charles Venn and Ashley Roberts for the 2018 series of the dancing
show. WHO IS GORKA MARQUEZ? In Saturday's launch show, Katie was paired with dance partner Gorka Marquez. The 28-year-old is a Spanish dancer and choreographer who has also appeared
on live dance show Burn the Floor. Gorka began dancing at 12-years-old and represented Spain at the World Latin Championships in 2010. His partner last year was former X Factor winner
Alexandra Burke. WHO IS KATIE PIPER? Katie was born in Andover, Hampshire, on October 12, 1983, and after leaving school she trained to be a beautician. While she was an aspiring model in
March 2008, she was attacked with acid by her ex-boyfriend and another man. This caused major skin damage and blindness in one eye and both men were given life sentences. She gave up her
anonymity to raise awareness and appear in a documentary called Katie: My Beautiful Face on Channel 4 in 2009.