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Claire Ford
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Personal Details…
Birthday: 5 September
Lives: Cumbernauld
Years on Squad: 2nd Season
Occupation: Drama and Dance Teacher
Height: 5'2"
Eye Colour: Blue
Hair Colour: Blonde
Nickname: Fordie or Wee Claire
Star Sign: Virgo
Questions & Answers…
Been dancing since: I could walk.
Dance Experience: I trained in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Majorettes and have my BATD associate teaching qualifications. I have performed in various professional productions and was North Lanarkshire's Dancer of the Year twice.
Favourite style of dance: I love them all but jazz is my favourite. I also do a mean robot which, if you're lucky, can be seen on a Saturday night. It's a rare treat!
What advice would you give to aspiring dancers? Dance not because you want to but because you have to!
Best advice ever given to me: Follow your heart.
What is your earliest childhood memory? The night I cut my hair to look like Jason Donovan… My mum was not pleased.
What I do to keep fit: Dancing with the Rockettes keeps me fit. I also enjoy going to the gym, swimming and recently gymnastics.
Three words that describe me are: According to Lindsey 'positive, energetic and friendly'. Eccentric and drama queen tend to pop up every now and again - I have no idea why!
How would friends sum you up in one sentence? Well I asked my friend and this is what she said 'A magical little package full of surprises'. Thanks Mosey!
I'm happiest when: Dancing, on holiday, spending time with my favourites, having afternoon tea and going on adventures.
My claim to fame is: Performing for the Queen when I was at university.
My most unusual job: Making a line dancing video with Sydney Devine.
If I had a different job I'd be: Starring on Broadway!
My hobbies are: Dancing, drama and singing.
Pets: I was never allowed one :(
Most people don't know this about me: I can play the tenor horn… badly!
What would your Gladiator name be? Athena (the goddess of wisdom).
I've never been able to: Eat my dinner without spilling it all down me.
Things that really annoy me: Traffic jams, parking tickets, being late, when my sat nav loses its signal.
Favourite food: Pasta.
Favourite joke: I'm rubbish, I can never remember jokes.
Favourite movie: Moulin Rouge.
What song will definitely get you up on the dance floor? This changes all of the time but right now it's Sexy Chick. Most Girls Aloud tracks enable me to bust a groove!
What CD do you have in your car stereo at the moment? James Morrison. His voice is magical!
What was your favourite TV show as a child? Rainbow - George, Bungle Zippy and Geoffrey were the best!
If you could have a walk on part in any TV show, what would it be? It would have to be Gossip Girl - it's set in New York.
What is your feel good DVD that is guaranteed to cheer you up? High School Musical - I'm so sad!
What would be your ideal weekend? Paris with Mark x
Favourite location in Scotland: Aberdour beach or the top or Arthur's Seat - you can see for miles, it's so pretty!
Favourite quote: Dancing is like dreaming with your feet :)
Favourite colour: Red.
Favourite flower: Daffodils.
Favourite perfume: Femme by Hugo Boss.
Favourite colour of nail polish: Red.
Favourite sport: Badminton.
Favourite chocolate bar: Galaxy Hazelnut.
Favourite cake: My friend Lindsey makes an amazing key lime pie.
Is a Jaffa Cake; a cake or a biscuit? Biscuit.
Favourite pizza topping: Ham and pineapple.
What's your signature dish? I make a really good corned beef hash. That may sound disgusting to some but actually it's really good.
What would your last meal be? My mum's lasagna - nobody makes it quite like her.
Favourite cartoon character: Spongebob Squarepants - he makes me laugh.
Favourite Super Hero: Wonder Woman, she has the best costume!
What is your favourite word? Amazing. Apparently I say it all the time.
How would you spend £1million? In record breaking time! Probably on lots of clothes, shoes, handbags and holidays!
If you were to be Prime Minister for the day, what law would you pass? Mmm lets see… I'd abolish tax and give everyone the day off on their birthday. Oh and when it's sunny too!
If you met God, what would you ask him? What happens now?
If aliens landed, what would you show them or teach them first? I'd teach them how to iron so I wouldn't have to do it.
What or who do you think you were in a previous life? I was definitely a mermaid. I love the sea.
What do you think the Meaning of Life might be? Wow that's a bit deep! What happened to the light hearted questions like what's your favourite nail polish colour? I dunno… I'd like to think that we all discover our own meaning along the way.
If you could time travel to the past and the future; where would you visit and why? I'd travel to the fifties, learn how to jive and go out dancing. I love the style too!
If you could have a super-power for a day what would it be and how would you spend your day? I would fly to all of the places on my 'to see' list.
If you looked in the trunk of my car you would find? My drama props and costumes.
What ringtone do you have on your mobile phone at the moment? The most annoying one that comes with the phone. I keep meaning to change it.
What's your 'handbag essentials'? My diary, pen, phone, keys, perfume, lip gloss and some chewing gum.
How many pairs of shoes do you own? Too many!
Heels or trainers? Heels.
Favourite outfit: Right now it's my black and gold sequin dress that I got for my birthday.
You are stranded on a desert island; you can only take 3 items, what would they be and why? My iPod, bikini and toothbrush.
Best beauty tip: Cleanse, tone and moisturise everyday, drink lots of water and get a good night sleep.
Hottest new fashion tip: Mismatch.
Biggest hair trauma: Probably the time I dyed it orange. It was not a good look!
If you could re-style any celebrity; who would you choose, and how would you make them look better? I would restyle Jordan. I think she would be pretty if she toned it down a bit and wore some funkier clothes.
Worst male fashion mistake: Diamond earrings.
Worst chat-up line: They are all bad.
If your life was made into a movie what would it be called and who would play you? 'Calamity Claire' starring ME! If I wasn't available, I guess I could settle for Reese Witherspoon.
Who would you want as your lead man in your movie? Zac Efron - I'm a tiny bit obsessed with him. Those who witnessed my attempt to steal the cardboard cutout of him from Tesco understand!
If you had to appear in a musical on Broadway which one would it be? Wicked - I'd be Elphaba!
The person/people I most admire are: My mum and dad. They are pretty special.
What is the best gift you have ever received? My rocking chair, I'm an old lady at heart.
If your house was on fire, what objects would you save? Charlie and my photographs.
What is your most cherished item? Charlie.
If you were on the run and had to change your name to ANYTHING at all, what would you choose? Eva Longoria - Her name is as sexy as her!
Who would your ideal car passengers be? Zac Efron - no explanation required, James Morrison and Beyoncé for entertainment purposes and Frankie Boyle for the chat!
What is the best thing about being a Rockettes Dancer? Everything: travelling the world, the amazing events and promos, performing to thousands at Hampden and dancing alongside a group of lovely girls. This is my first year on the squad and I'm loving every minute of it!
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