The festive line-up for this year’s Strictly Come Dancing Christmas Special is taking shape, as the BBC confirms Scarlett Moffatt, Melanie Blatt and newly announced competitor Jodie Ounsley.
Radio host Scott Mills is unveiling the names throughout the week, with more celebrities set to be revealed on Strictly: It Takes Two.
Tess and Claudia’s Final Festive Show
Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman will host the Christmas Special for the final time, wrapping up their long-running partnership at the helm of the show.
They’ll be joined by Head Judge Shirley Ballas, along with Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse and Anton Du Beke, who will guide the couples before the studio audience decides who takes home the Christmas trophy.
A Festive Spectacle for Viewers
This year’s special promises a “winter wonderland” of seasonal performances, group dances and live music, designed to give viewers the perfect post-Christmas lift on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
Scarlett Moffatt Ready to ‘Live Her Best Life’
Presenter and TV personality Scarlett Moffatt, best known for Gogglebox and winning I’m A Celebrity in 2016, said the show “feels truly magical” and is a “career highlight”. She will dance with professional Vito Coppola.
Melanie Blatt Joins the Ballroom Fun
All Saints singer and cook Melanie Blatt said she’s thrilled to be involved, adding, “If you can’t have a dance at Christmas, when can you?!” Melanie will partner with Kai Widdrington.
Jodie Ounsley ‘Buzzing’ to Join the Christmas Line-Up
The latest celebrity to be confirmed is Jodie Ounsley, the athlete, broadcaster and advocate for the deaf community, who also stars as “Fury” on Gladiators.
“I’m absolutely buzzing to be doing the Strictly Christmas Special,” she said. “Being the first female rugby player means a lot to me too. I’m used to smashing into people so this is definitely going to be a challenge!”
Jodie will take to the floor with professional dancer Neil Jones.
More Celebrities to Come
Further names will be announced across the week on Strictly: It Takes Two, airing at 6.30pm on BBC Two and available on BBC iPlayer.
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