Richard is delighted to be taking part in the 10th tenth series of the hit show, where celebrities are put through the grind as they pair up with professional dancers to compete in the ballroom dancing competition.

Erin is a strong, vivacious Kiwi whose speciality is Ballroom.  And she seems delighted with her partner this year, tweeting:
Great first training day with @RichardAArnold He is an absolute sweetheart. Just sorting his left foot from his right then we'll be off!

Strictly Come Dancing 2012 started on BBC One on 15th September with a launch show, which you can watch again here.

The live shows begin in a few weeks.  You can show your support for Richard via the official Twitter account for his Strictly fans @TeamRichErin
Good luck Richard!

Click here to check out Richard’s interview on the Strictly Come Dancing website.