Bobby Brazier has revealed that he ‘spent a lot of money’ after suddenly becoming a household name during his appearance on last year’s Strictly Come Dancing.

The EastEnders actor, 21, also joked that his newfound fame left him ‘thriving’ off the attention of older ladies, who he said were fans of his gyrating hips.

Bobby finished in second place behind ex Ellie Leach and won plaudits for his routine in memory of late mother Jade Goody. 

Speaking exclusively to MailOnline about his time on the show, Bobby insisted that he remained the same person despite the attention, including rumours of a move to Hollywood, but laughed: ‘I spent lots of money’

‘You kind of just takes it as it comes and nothing really changes, there’s what everyone see and then there’s your life and I’m too invested in my own life to get wrapped up in what everyone else says and is talking about’.

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Bobby Brazier, 21,  has revealed he ‘spent a lot of money’ after suddenly becoming a household name during his appearance on last year’s Strictly Come Dancing

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The EastEnders actor also joked that his newfound fame left him ‘thriving’ on the attention of older ladies, who he said were fans of his gyrating hips (pictured with platonic dance partner Dianne Buswell)

Before quipping: ‘But I did see that a lot of older ladies liked my hips and I loved that and thrived on so that’s cool’.

Bobby also revealed that he hopes despite his celebrity status brother Freddie, 19, will still think of as ‘just his older brother’.

Freddie, who works as a model, will soon appear alongside dad Jeff in Celebrity Race Across The World. 

Asked if his younger sibling could follow in his footsteps into acting Bobby said: ‘I don’t’ know Freddie has lots of qualities that I don’t’

‘Freddie has some incredible qualities and different desires too, so I think when he finds a place he can honour those qualities he will do really well in whatever field he’s in and wherever that takes him’.

Elsewhere in the interview Bobby broke his silence on the Strictly scandal as he recalled his time competing alongside pro partner Dianne Buswell.

The beloved BBC series is currently embroiled in controversy over how the professional dancers teach the celebs, with multiple accusations emerging of bullying and abusive behaviour. 

Bobby said his own experiences did not reflect the reports but 12-hour days of training did sometimes lead to ‘bickering’.

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Speaking exclusively to MailOnline about his time on the show, Bobby insisted that he remained person despite the attention, including rumours of a move to Hollywood, but laughed: ‘I spent lots of money’

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Before quipping: ‘But I did see that a lot of older ladies liked my hips and I loved that and thrived on so that’s cool’ (pictured with ex Ellie Leach, age 23)

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He finished in second place behind ex Ellie Leach and won plaudits for his routine in memory of late mother Jade Goody (pictured)

Telling MailOnline: ‘My own experience was great and was everything I wanted it to be and I didn’t expect it to be as great as it was’.

‘[Me and Diane would] bicker here and there but we’d laugh it was just a real balance’.

‘It was real, you spend so much time with someone doing something you’ve never done, thats really hard in a competition… so it’s never going to be completely one thing. I was so grateful it was everything to such an intense extent’.

He also shared advice for the latest batch of contestants, including EastEnders co-star Jamie Borthwick, 30, ahead of training.

Saying: ‘Take your lunch breaks and when your professional doesn’t want to stop and you do, take that nap’.

‘And request “humbly request” politely request that they wake you up nicely so you’re in a good mood ready to dance instead of tired and angry’.

Bobby spoke to MailOnline on behalf of Mentos to encourage people to rediscover their summer flavour by exploring new tastes and flavours, following the launch of Mentos discovery with 14 delicious fruity flavours in one roll.

The brand conducted new research that revealed 64% of Gen Z need excitement to get them through the week however this drops to 28% for over 45s.

69% of Gen Z feel like they have lost certain character traits over time and would be keen to re-discover them, including creativity and adventurous, but are still keen to try new flavours with 79% identifying as adventurous eaters

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Bobby also revealed that he hopes despite his celebrity status brother Freddie, 19 (L) will still think of as ‘just his older brother’

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Freddie, who works as a model, will soon appear alongside dad Jeff  in Celebrity Race Across The World

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Bobby told MailOnline of his Strictly experience: ‘My own experience was great and was everything I wanted it to be and I didn’t expect it to be as great as it was’ (pictured with Carlos Gu, Angela Rippon and Kai Widdrington)

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He added: ‘It was real, you spend so much time with someone doing something you’ve never done, thats really hard in a competition… so it’s never going to be completely one thing’

Bobby said: ‘I’ve been fortunate to have had the opportunity in my career so far to explore different parts of myself and what makes me happy, from modelling on some of the world’s biggest catwalks to acting and dancing. I’m exciting to partner with Mentos to discover their new tastes and flavours and encourage people to do the same.

‘We can get so bogged down in everyday life, that we often forget the excitement and butterflies that come with putting ourselves out there and trying new things’.

The Strictly scandal erupted in January when actress Amanda Abbington accused her Strictly partner Giovanni Pernice of abuse after she unexpectedly quit the programme just five weeks in.

Then, in July, it emerged that Graziano Di Prima had been sacked from Strictly for ‘kicking’ his partner, Love Island star Zara McDermott.

Bobby will be making an appearance at Mentos’ event August 17, where the brand will transform 15 Bateman St, Soho into a vibrant playground of taste, colour, and music with a free ‘Pick n Mix’ pop-up. 

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Chris McCausland

Age: 46

Profession: Comedian

Chris says: ‘If anybody out there is thinking – How the hell is he going to do that? – then rest assured that I am thinking exactly the same thing.’

Dr. Punam Krishan

 Age: Unknown

Profession: GP and broadcaster

Punam says: ‘I have watched Strictly every year and it feels extra special that it’s the 20th year, I can’t believe I will be the one getting Strictly-fied.’

Toyah Willcox

Age: 66

Profession: Singer, actor, presenter

Toyah says: ‘I’m super excited and love this show. To be a part of it, the spray tan the glitter. Its a landmark year for me I came a pensioner, Glasto and now I get spray tans.’

 Pete Wicks

Age: 36

Profession: Reality star

Pete says: ‘Dancing live in front of the nation every Saturday? Absolutely terrifying.’

 Shayne Ward

Age: 39

Profession: Actor and singer

Shayne says: ‘I’m no stranger to live TV, but dancing Latin and Ballroom in front of millions is a whole new level.’

Tom Dean

Age: 24

Profession: Olympic medal winning swimmer

Tom says: ‘Now I can officially talk about how excited I am to get stuck into something new, meet some brilliant people and get dancing’

Nick Knowles

Age: 61

Profession: TV presenter

Nick says: ‘I am going to really go for it I will throw myself at it 100 per cent!’

 JB Gill

 Age: 37

Profession: Singer

JB says: ‘A lot of the ballroom styles are very alien to me – I didn’t do those dances growing up. I am not a trained dancer.’

 Wynne Evans

Age: 52

Profession: Opera singer, presenter

 Wynne says: ‘The stuff I’m nervous about is the ones that involve jumping, I don’t really want to do the jive, I’m nervous about that.

 Tasha Ghouri

Age: 25

Profession: Model and reality star

Tasha says: ‘I’ve been watching the show since I was little – it’s a firm Ghouri family favourite – so this is a total dream come true.’

 Sarah Hadland

Age: 53

Profession: Actress

Sarah says: ‘I feel particularly excited to be part of such an iconic show in its 20th year.’

Jamie Borthwick

Age: 30

Profession: EastEnders star

Jamie says: ‘I had a ball doing the Christmas special, so when I was asked to join it was the easiest yes!’

Sam Quek

Age: 35

Profession: Former GB hockey player and presenter

Sam says: ‘I am so relieved it is out there now it has been hard to keep a secret! The rumours were spreading and I had to lie! I am used to dancing on a girls night out but I will give it my all’

Paul Merson

Age: 56

Profession: Former footballer

Paul says: ‘I won’t worry about it until it starts but when it does I will be nervous – I have only danced three times in my life!’

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Source: Tampa Bay Times