PERSONAL DETAILS:
My name is Tom Lewis, I'm 42 and Head of Drama at a secondary school. My Strictly partner is Lisa Lewis.
REASON FOR JOINING STRICTLY:
I'm obsessed with Strictly and have always wanted to try a bit of dancing.
WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FORWARD TO ABOUT TAKING PART?
Learning the routine, maybe getting a bit fitter and having a right laugh with my partner.
ANY CONNECTION TO WILLOW WOOD?
My father-in-law passed away at the Hospice in 2018 and the time we all spent there was very special.
HOBBIES/INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT YOURSELF:
I play the drums and like to make music. My wife Lisa and I have appeared on the TV show Pointless - twice!
ANYTHING ELSE?
I'm a father of two and obsessed with music of all genres. Spent four years as a professional drummer touring the UK and Europe before becoming a teacher.