You know summer’s over when we start talking about glitzy sequin-themed talent shows. Strictly Come Dancing is back, doddery Brucie at the helm again – loyal accomplice Tess Daly at his side, discretely supporting his weight. Check out this year’s list of people whose names you slightly recognise. Marvel as these 16 once-celebrated faces stare out of your screen again, with glassy desperation in their eyes…

The ladies:

Christine Bleakley
Jodie Kidd
Cherie Lunghi
Heather Small
Lisa Snowdon
Rachel Stevens
Gillian Taylforth
Jessie Wallace

The men:

Andrew Castle
Tom Chambers
Phil Daniels
Mark Foster
Austin Healey
Gary Rhodes
John Sergeant
Don Warrington

I have high hopes for Phil Daniels.