Reality TV

Connolly 'will do Strictly if Pamela wins'

Published Tuesday, Dec 14 2010, 06:21 GMT | By Adam Silverstein

Billy Connolly has reportedly said that he will appear on next year's Strictly Come Dancing if his wife Pamela Stephenson wins this weekend's final.

The 68-year-old comedian is thought to have been practising with Stephenson at home over the last few weeks and is strongly considering an offer from the BBC to feature on the 2011 series.

A source told The Sun: "Billy is amazed at what this has done for Pamela. She's changed in front of his eyes. She's lost two stone and gone from being a professional psychologist to a sizzling salsa sexpot - and he loves it!

"He is amazed at her transformation and is keen to get in on the action."

Connolly is apparently interested in partnering Ola Jordan, the wife of Stephenson's professional partner James.

The insider added: "Billy thinks the Jordans are lovely. If he were partners with Ola it would be just great. It would be fun rather than hard work for him."

Stephenson is up against Kara Tointon and Matt Baker in this weekend's Strictly final.