Jessica Grist

Jessica Grist is an actress, model, and music video/commercial dancer. She is best known for her work on shows like The X Factor and Strictly Come Dancing. She has also appeared in music videos for artists like Alicia Keys and Jack White.

Before launching her professional career, she studied for three years with the Royal Ballet and later studied dance and musical theatre at Performers College. In 2008, she had a small role dancing in the film adaptation of Inkheart. She has worked as a backup dancer for both Justin Bieber and Jason Derulo.

Born in Crawley, West Sussex, England, the British performer has an on-and-off relationship with pop singer James Arthur.