Former Olympic hockey player Sam Quek is one of the 15 celebrities who have signed up to Strictly this year.
Since winning gold at the 2016 Rio Olympics, Sam has remained a regular face in entertainment and has continued to branch out into television. As she makes a new career move, Sam could be the next star to life Strictly’s glitterball trophy.
She said in a statement: “As a former hockey player I’m used to playing as part of a team, but the thought of dancing on the ballroom floor in front of a live audience is quite daunting!
“I’m chuffed to be a part of this legendary show and quickstep into the shoes of a performer. It feels absolutely surreal but I’m ready for every bit of the adventure.”
So is Sam married? How old is she? And how much is she worth? Keep scrolling to find out…
Sam is one of 15 celebs who have signed up for this year’s Strictly (Credit: BBC)
Who Sam Quek is, how old she is, her height and where she’s from
Athlete Sam Quek is a British former field hockey player and television presenter.
Sam was born on October 18, 1988, making her 35 years old. Sam Quek is 5ft 6 ½in, according to Celebrity Heights.
She was born in Liverpool at Mill Road Hospital.
Her mother, Marilyn Quek, is English while her father, Albert Quek, is Singaporean and Chinese. She has a twin brother named Shaun Quek.
Sam earned her degree in Sport & Exercise Science at Leeds Metropolitan University.
Strictly’s Sam and her husband Tom got married in 2018 (Credit: Splashnews.com)
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