Joe Calzaghe

He is Britain's undefeated Boxing World Champion.

He actually retired from Boxing this February - he is the longest reigning world champion in recent years.

Joe began boxing when he was 9 yrs old and has had a career packed with awards.

He was awarded an MBE in 2003 in the Queens' Birthday Honours List.

In 2008 he received a CBE.

In 2007 he was BBC's Sports Personality of the Year.

He says he is naturally fit from his training in Boxing - but the training for the competion has been a challenge.

Learning to Dance is something he has always wanted to do.

His partner is going to be - Kristina Rihanoff - best wishes to both of you.

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