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Alex Kingston on Breaking Down Barriers in Reality TV

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Renowned actress Alex Kingston, best known for her roles in ER and Doctor Who, has finally signed up for the popular BBC reality show Strictly Come Dancing. With a career spanning over three decades, Kingston has often been typecast in "serious" roles, but now she's eager to challenge this perception. In an exclusive interview, she reveals that her agent initially vetoed her participation in the show, fearing it would harm her reputation. However, after two decades of hesitation, she's finally ready to take the plunge.

Key Takeaways:

  • Alex Kingston has been a fan of Strictly Come Dancing for years and has finally signed up for the show after 20 years of hesitation.
  • Her agent initially banned her from participating due to concerns about the show's reputation and its potential impact on her career.
  • Kingston believes that the stigma around reality TV is slowly disappearing, especially among actors, and that her participation will help break down these barriers.
  • She credits her close friend Sarah Hadland, who made it to the final of the show last year, for encouraging her to take part.
  • Kingston is excited to bring her theater background to the show, focusing on expression and storytelling through movement rather than dialogue.
  • With her own personal experience in the entertainment industry, she emphasizes the importance of staying true to oneself and challenging preconceived notions.

Statistics:

  • 20 years: The amount of time Kingston has been eager to participate in Strictly Come Dancing before finally signing up.
  • 62: Kingston's current age, which she believes has helped her in making the decision to join the show.
  • 90s: The decade when Kingston used to dance in clubs and now enjoys dancing at home to her favorite music.
  • 24: The age of Kingston's daughter Salome, who will be cheering her on during the competition.

Sources:

  • Nearly 10 years ago - Alex Kingston's agent wanted her to join classic production of Shakespeare's Cymbeline
  • 2015 - Alex Kingston married her third husband Jonathan Stamp
  • 1996 - The Fortunes and Misfortunes of Moll Flanders (BBC series)
  • 2006 - One Flew over the Cuckoo's Nest (theater production)
  • ER (TV series)
  • Doctor Who (TV series)
  • Strictly Come Dancing (BBC show)

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