Matt Goss: I was like a deer in the headlights on Strictly Come Dancing

Bros singer Matt Goss has described his appearance on Strictly Come Dancing as emotionally challenging.

The 54-year-old was eliminated from the dancing competition after the third public vote with partner Nadiya Bychkova, losing the dance-off to soap star Kym Marsh and her professional Graziano Di Prima.

He told Red magazine: “If I’m honest, it was a bit challenging emotionally for me. I was like a deer in the headlights.

“It took a while for me to start feeling comfortable, but I was rooting for everyone and I really am grateful for the experience.”

Goss, who suffers from Poland syndrome, said Strictly’s wardrobe department were “very considerate” of his feelings.

“I didn’t mention it initially because it’s not a disability, but it’s still something that absolutely obliterates your confidence,” he said.

“I avoided swimming when I was younger, and a lot of the Bros shots had me with a towel on or covering my side.

“It was very emotional when I found out what it was because I was like, ‘Wow, I’m not a weirdo’ – that was how I’d been made to feel.

“Since Strictly, I’ve had so many messages from people saying they have it too, and I feel privileged to be in that club now.”

The full interview with Matt Goss is available in the January issue of Red, now on sale.