Will Best, one of the 15 celebrities competing on this year’s Strictly Come Dancing, has a packed schedule beyond the show, including co-hosting Greatest Hits Radio’s breakfast show and presenting ITV’s Big Brother. Despite his experience in front of the camera, Best admitted to feeling nervous about joining the Strictly WhatsApp group, where he had previously only observed the conversations. He has developed a close relationship with fellow contestant Chris Appleton, whom he calls his "older brother," and he acknowledges that his performance on Strictly will be closely watched by AJ Odudu, a presenter on Big Brother, and Fleur East, his Greatest Hits Radio co-host. Both Odudu and East had successful runs on Strictly in the past, and Best admits their success could add pressure to his own journey. This season of Strictly Come Dancing marks a new chapter, with five new professional dancers replacing some of the show’s beloved stars. The hosting duties this year are being shared by Emma Willis, Josh Widdicombe, and former professional Johannes Radebe. Best is confident in the new team and encourages viewers to wait and see how the show unfolds. He is preparing for the unique challenges of being a contestant rather than a host, noting that it is “very different” and “you’re just less in control.” Best also admitted he might get emotional during the show and is determined to give it his all and experience everything the show has to offer. Best recently filmed his Strictly debut, which was a pre-recorded launch show, and he is now focusing on training for the upcoming episodes. He admitted to having a traumatic dancing experience in the past when he hired a Gen Z social media specialist to help with his Instagram and TikTok content. While he is excited about the Latin dances, he feels less confident with the faster-paced styles, particularly the jive. He is also concerned about being "flatfooted," a term used to describe poor footwork, as diagnosed by the Strictly physio. While many celebrities aim to reach Blackpool Week, a key milestone in the competition, Best is considering Halloween as a potential goal. He appreciates the added flair and theatricality that Halloween could bring to his performance. As he prepares for the challenges ahead, Best is focused on enjoying the experience and giving his best on the dance floor.