The 11th contestant in Strictly Come Dancing 2021 was announced to be Nina Wadia.
Nina is a British actress and comedian, mainly known for playing Zainab Masoob in the BBC soap EastEnders. She has also featured in other famous movies, such as Bend It Like Beckham and Aladdin.
Who is Nina Wadia’s husband?
Nina Wadia is married to composer and producer Raiomond Mirza.
Raiomond Mirza is known for multiple famous movies such as Four, Manorama: Six Feet Under, and Vincent.
The couple has been married since 1998, and they’re still going strong 23 years later, living in Staines-upon-Thames.
The pair have two children together. Their firstborn is Tia Nina Mirza, who is 17 years old, and their secondborn, Aidan Mirza, who is 14 years old.
Twitter users react to the Nina Wadia announcement!
Strictly fans have taken to Twitter to discuss their thoughts on this year’s lineup, and they seem to be thrilled about having Nina Wadia on their screens!
@RosieLoft is excited to see Nina in action!
Fantastic!! Go @Nina_Wadia! Can't wait to see you in action!!
— Rosie Loft (@RosieLoft) August 12, 2021
@AnujRadia is thrilled to see the “adorable” Nina on Strictly!
Absolutely thrilled that the adorable @nina_wadia is set to participate in this year's #StrictlyComeDancing. Such wonderful news as dance has always been an integral part of her life. My story via @FilmeShilmy. #NinaWadia @BBCOne
— Anuj Radia (@AnujRadia) August 12, 2021
Strictly’s announcement of Nina appearing on the show has changed some people’s minds about watching the show! Go, Nina!
omg nina wadia is gonna be on strictly maybe i will watch 🥰🥰
— faith ✿ honsuki era (@janinessuki) August 12, 2021
Who else is on the Strictly Come Dancing lineup?
Each day, more of the contestants are being announced. But who are the first eleven? Find out below!
Nina Wadia (British actress/Comedian)
Greg Wise (British actor/producer)
Tilly Ramsey (Chef/Social Media Influencer/CBBC Presenter)
Dan Walker (Journalist/TV Presenter)
Katie McGlynn (Actress)
Sara Davies MBE (Businesswoman/TV Personality/Entrepreneur)
Rhys Stephenson (Actor/Children’s TV Presenter)
John Whaite (Chef/Author/TV Presenter)
AJ Odudu (TV Presenter)
Robert Webb (Actor/Comedian)
Tom Fletcher (Singer/Musician/Songwriter/Composer/Author/Youtube Vlogger)
This year’s lineup is a great mix of people, and Strictly fans are loving it!
Great #Strictly lineup so far!
— N A T H À N🏴🇪🇺🏳️🌈 (@Nath_2389) August 9, 2021
Fans were already loving it, but loved it, even more, when Nina was announced!
This year's lineup just gets better and better
— No Context Strictly Come Dancing (@nocontextSCD_) August 12, 2021
