The former "Pop Idol" winner and "Leave Right Now" singer will be taking to the ballroom to compete in this year's series, reported Digital Spy.
Young will join ex-Labour MP Ed Balls in the confirmed cast so far .
"As a fan of Strictly for years, I have always imagined myself on the show, but the timing has not been right... Until now!" Young said.
"Music is my passion and the dancing I have done has always been with a microphone in hand. Now there will be no microphone or band, just me, my partner and the dance floor.