I do look in the mirror and wonder what's happened to my face!

A dad of eight-year-old twins with wife Hannah Summers, Anton says fatherhood, as well as continuing to dance and sing on tour (his Anton Du Beke at the Musicals tour runs until mid November) helps keep him active.

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"I'm very lucky," says the dancer and writer - who has just published his latest novel, The Winter Ball.

"I've had what I call 'a lucky body' throughout my life. When I was competing back in the day, lots of people had to retire because of injuries - the back's gone, the knees don't work like they should. I've never had any of those problems, I've been very fortunate with my body. But I've always looked after it.

"I've always stayed in shape, I've never in my life been out of shape. I've always eaten well, I don't smoke, I don't drink, I'm not a pizza or burger man.

"The big adjustment I've made over the last few years - and this comes from knowledge, really, information - is we've got to get rid of ultra-processed food. So I've reduced all that from my diet - that's made a huge difference as well."

Nicknamed 'The King of Ballroom,' Anton rose to prominence in the dance world with partner Erin Boag (also a former Strictly professional), winning many national and international titles. He joined the hit show as a professional dancer, paired with celebrity partners - including Lesley Garrett, Ann Widdecombe and Judy Murray - for the very first series in 2004, before joining the judging panel in 2021.