BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Anton Du Beke 'thrilled' as he makes career announcement with help of rarely-seen twin children

Anton Du Beke has told fans he's 'thrilled' as he shared his latest career news with the help of his children. The Strictly Come Dancing star shares twins six-year-old twins George and Henrietta with his wife Hannah Summers.

While Anton tends to keep his private life out of the spotlight, he did enlist George and Henrietta's help as he revealed his latest news away from the ballroom. The dancer is no stranger to putting pen to paper having released six novels as well as two other books sharing his love of dance.

But taking to Instagram on Wednesday (May 8), Anton teased he had news “very dear to my heart” to reveal as he told how he would be releasing a children's book.

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George and Henrietta joined him as they shared clues from a briefcase about the project, including a paper document file, binoculars, a ration book and an ID card. "They look like they were made in the 1940s," George said to which Anton explained: "[The project] involves my love of history and my love of adventure and a dash of ballroom dancing as well."

As he revealed his book, Code Name Foxtrot, for the first time, Anton captioned his post: "Hello my loves! I am thrilled to announce my debut children’s book, Code Name Foxtrot, available from 29th August!

"It’s an exciting adventure, set on the Homefront during WW2, full of great friendships, bravery and - of course - a dash of ballroom dance. With stunning illustrations from @elisapaganelli_illustration.

"I’ve also partnered up with the wonderful @Waterstones to give you the chance to win an afternoon tea with me if you