Paul Merson
Footballer, pundit, addiction recovery advocate
Paul Merson is a former English footballer and sports pundit, best known for playing for Arsenal and later becoming a commentator for Sky Sports. Born in 1968, he had a successful football career but struggled with gambling and addiction, later using his experiences to advocate for mental health and addiction recovery. While he has not competed on Strictly, he remains a well-known figure in football commentary and frequently appears on talk shows discussing the impact of addiction in sports. More on Wikipedia.
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Appearances as a Celebrity
Paul appeared as a celebrity in Season 22 (2024). where they were partnered with Karen Hauer. They danced 5 dances, earning points with an average score of 4.65, finishing in 12th place.