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Ariane Sohrabi-Shiraz

Are Strictly Come Dancing contestants Tony, Jayde and Kaye Adams related to each other?

Fifteen celebrities have been confirmed for the Strictly Come Dancing line up 2022, and they are all excited to be paired up and take to the floor for the live shows this weekend.

When the line up was announced, Strictly fans were quick to realise that three of the contestants – Jayde, Kaye and Tony all have the same surname – Adams.

One fan took to Twitter to say: "Three people with the same surname Adams, what are the odds?!".

Another said: "Is there a reason why Strictly have at least three contestants with the surname Adams".

Now the three have even joked about being related – but is there any truth to it?

Are Tony, Jayde and Kaye Adams related?

Strictly Come Dancing 2022 full cast (PA)

No, Tony, Jayde and Kaye Adams are not related, and the fact they all have the same surname is a complete coincidence.

When first joining the official line-up, comedian Jayde commented on the official BBC post saying: "Daddy?"

And recently, the Bristolian shared a picture taken with Kaye Adams, and jokingly captioned it: "Love a little family reunion with Strictly mummy Kaye Adams during my Edinburgh Fringe run. Can't wait to be reunited with daddy Tony Adams."

Her followers expressed their excitement about the "Adams family", saying they "couldn't wait" to see them "dancing their wee hearts out".

One follower said: "The Adams Family... Where have I heard that before?!"

Another added: "If you guys don't do a Halloween group dance to the Adams family then Strictly will have seriously dropped the glitter ball."

Who is Jayde Adams?

Jayde Adams will be taking part in Strictly 2022 (BBC/PA)

Strictly 'superfan' Jayde Adams is an award-winning stand-up comedian who has also appeared on TV shows like Good Omens and Alma's Not Normal.

She received a nominee for Best Newcomer at Edinburgh Fringe in 2016, and also received rave reviews for her Amazon Prime special Black Jumper.

Jayde is also a TV presenter, and has hosted Channel 4's Snackmasters and Radio 4 podcast Welcome to the Neighbourhood.

She also stars in the upcoming ITV2 sitcom Ruby Speaking, which she also co-created.

Who is Tony Adams?

Tony Adams is a former professional footballer (PA)

Tony Adams MBE is a former professional footballer who used to serve as captain for both Arsenal and the England team.

He boasts 66 caps for England, as well as 10 major trophy wins and four major tournament wins.

One of his many feats is leading England to the 1996 Euros final.

Tony also founded and is the president of Sporting Chance Clinic, a charity which helps athletes with mental health issues and addiction.

Who is Kaye Adams?

Kaye Adams is one of the panellists on Loose Women (PA)

Kaye Adams is a broadcaster best known for being a panellist on ITV's Loose Women. She also hosts the morning show on BBC Radio Scotland, and previously appeared on Channel 5's The Wright Stuff.

She started her career as a political journalist, with one of her biggest scoops being an interview with then-Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher.

Kaye also hosted discussion show Scottish Women for six years from 1993.

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