Joe Sugg reveals debut acting role after Strictly Come Dancing success

JOE Sugg has revealed his debut acting role following his success on Strictly Come Dancing.

The 27-year-old YouTube star has signed up to play the lead role in the second romance story released by mobile app unrd.

He plays the main protagonist in the tale and will attempt to track down the owner of a lost mobile phone, with a very sweet twist along the time.

Unrd’s format allows viewers to experience to the story as it happens and is a first in its kind in real time fiction.

Speaking exclusively to The Sun, Joe said: “I am so excited to be acting in my first ever story with unrd.

“It has all of the heart of a traditional love story, set in London, whilst incorporating a new way of storytelling for a digital audience.”

Readers will be able to access Joe Sugg’s phone and live his story through a series of messages, media and live video sent by Joe, his friends and family.

Over a series of days, readers receive new content as the story unfolds.

Joe filmed his scenes for the story ahead of the Strictly tour, where he danced with his professional partner turned girlfriend Dianne Buswell.

The pair won every single tour date, beating off competition from stars including Stacey Dooley and Faye Tozer.

Joe confirmed their romance after he missed out on the Glitter Ball trophy, telling fans he had “won” his relationship with Dianne.

He said: “I may not have won the glitter ball, but I've won something a million times more special.”