Jason Bell was confirmed as the second contestant taking part in Strictly Come Dancing 2020 on tonight’s instalement of The One Show (Tuesday, September 1) . Who is Jason Bell? Express.co.uk has everything you need to know including his age, job, dance experience and more.
Who is Jason Bell?
Jason Bell is an American broadcaster and former NFL player.
He plauyed as a cornerback/safety in the National Football League for the Dallas Cowboys.
Bell then played for the Houston Texans, where he was named a recipient of the Ed Block Courage Award, one of the league’s highest honors.
He finished his professional career with the New York Giants.
Today, he co-hosts The Jason & Osi Podcast with fellow NFL alum Osi Umenyiora.
He also hosts the NFL Show on BBC.
Jason said: “Strictly is the epitome of British television and this year, more than ever, I’m so proud and humbled to be participating. Strictly was the first show I ever watched when I moved to the UK and I’m a massive fan.
“My 6 year-old daughter never got the chance to see me run out on the field at an NFL game but she is very excited about me taking to the dance floor. I hope I can do her proud.”