These footballers weren't afraid to show off their footwork to millions of TV viewers.
And another season of Strictly Come Dancing on BBC One has begun, and this year is no exception.
2022 - Viewers will get the chance to see Arsenal legend Tony Adams' version of Pasha his doble and foxtrot.
Unjustly nicknamed 'The Donkey' for his rambunctious style, the England centre-back wasn't famous for his elegance on the pitch.
But having won his four league titles with the Gunners, he may be fantasizing a chance to win his Glitterball trophy.
Adams, 55, is not the first footballer to appear on Strictly. Here are some other household names and how they fought. 24} and BT Sports pundit Savage enjoyed his time in the ballroom in 2011.
The former Leicester City midfielder partnered Ora Jordan to reach the quarterfinals. After advancing, he finished in a respectable 6th place.
However, his time on Strictly is best remembered for dramatically sliding his knee towards the camera and breaking his nose.
It wasn't murder on the dance floor, as another former contestant Sophie Ellis-Bextor said.
Peter Schmeichel
5 years ago ,Manchester United legend Schmeichel appeared alongside sports stars like Matt Dawson and Mark Lamprakash.
A highlight of his time on the show was an impressive tango. He scored 31 out of 40 from the normally harsh judges.
However, television audiences were less impressed, placing him seventh in the polls.
Peter Shilton
At the age of 60,England legend Shiltoncame up with Crack in 2010 with Strictly.
He was paired with Erin. He began competing in boags and waltzes.
However, as the judges noted, he was not a natural dancer and struggled with balance and posture.
Musician Goldie and magician Paul Her Daniels were eliminated before the 'Shilts', with EastEnders actress Kara Tointon winning that year.
Alex Scott
BBC commentator Scott said that in 2019 he placed fifth in Strictly, alongside dancer Neil Jones, and no other former member. I got better grades than a soccer player.
But all good things come to an end - and she dropped out her 11 weeks after the musical week.
Their performance from Sister Act's Samba to Joyful Joyful was not recognized by the judges and was left to his last two.
Viewers took sides with the judges and she was gone.
John Burns
History-making Burns A rare feat in history. He got salsa.
However, the Liverpool legend only finished seventh in 2007 despite the accolades alongside his dance partner Nicole Cutler.
Alesha Dixon dominated his Strictly that year, but it was John's Tango that finally saw him leave the show.
David James
James said in 2019 he was eager to do well at Strictly.
Unfortunately, something was lost in translation due to his brilliant footwork and dancing ability.
He was partnered with Nadiya Bychkova, but was his fourth celebrity to drop out.
Prior to the show, he revealed: I need to get a hint.
