BBC presenter Clive Myrie tipped for Strictly after unveiling hidden dance skills

BBC presenter Clive Myrie has been tipped to star on the next series of Strictly Come Dancing after showing off his hidden dance abilities in a clip from his show. Clive, 59, is currently starring in his own show Clive Myrie's Caribbean adventure which sees him explore his family roots as well as immersing himself in everything the Caribbean culture has to offer.

In the latest episode, the journalist was taught how to dance by an instructor who said: "Signature move! Are you ready to go with me? So you gotta put this foot out, lay your back, hands up and you rolled the hands like this."

Clive began making the same gestures and movements as the instructor as he excitedly added: "So we do side to side." After the performance, he enthusiastically said to the camera: "I think I nailed it."

Clive took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to share the clip in question and pitched himself for the next series of Strictly. He wrote: "What do you say @bbcstrictly? Are my moves up to par? #RollTheHands #NailedIt @bbctwo @bbciplayer @Alleycatstv #caribbeanadventure."

The journalist's loyal followers flocked to the comments section and eagerly expressed their enthusiasm for him doing the show one day. One social media user said: "I'd say YES! I was even more impressed by your moves in the evening. And I haven't even seen your ballet moves in full yet. Love the series!"

Somebody else penned: "Just watched the first two episodes Clive, just a joy to watch, stunning scenery and the natural rapport you have with people you meet.

"With those dancehall moves, only one place for you next - Strictly," to which he responded: "Ha!! Thank you. @Alleycatstv @BBCTwo."

Another viewer wrote: "@CliveMyrieBBC you certainly have the dance moves. Fantastic programme, thank you."

While a fourth added: "Really enjoying the series @CliveMyrieBBC. So... is tonight's dancing a bit of practice before you get your name down for this year's Strictly?"

The well-known journalist and broadcaster has been at the forefront of current affairs on the BBC since the 1990s.

Clive previously announced his Caribbean travel show, as it began airing this week on BBC Two.

Teasing the show, Clive posted a video on his X account whilst in the BBC studio. He said: "Wagwan, Clive Myrie here, my Caribbean Adventure is coming soon."

Clive Myrie's Caribbean Adventure airs weekdays from 6:30pm on BBC Two and BBC iPlayer.