Strictly Come Dancing stars Katya Jones and Nigel Harman looked very cosy as they finished their rehearsals ahead of performing a routine inspired by the world of musical theatre on the BBC series this weekend

Strictly’s Christmas special will air on 25 December 2023 on BBC One and BBC iPlayer

The presenter is 6/4 to depart the show on Sunday despite scoring a personal best of 38 points last week – the first time she’s been the favourite to be voted off for the entire series.

"It doesn't really work that way."

Strictly Come Dancing's Ellie Leach has fuelled romance rumours with Vito Coppola, describing rehearsals as "intense" and "very close" after the Italian dodged questions about their relationship

The BBC Strictly Come Dancing star said it 'feels strange' to return after finish her chemotherapy treatment earlier this month

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Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse, Anton Du Beke and Shirley Ballas will all be running the rule over the dancers this Christmas once again

BBC star Giovanni has gushed over his new perfume, with Strictly Come Dancing fans rushing to reply to him as he launched a Black Friday offer.

BBC star spoke out on Instagram, after concluding the autumn leg of his tour this week - with fans of the show rushing to reply and wish him well.

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Carlos spoke out on Thursday night's edition of the companion and spin-off show, which presenter Janette Manrara presented, as he appeared alongside celebrity partner Angela Scanlon.

The BBC EastEnders star spoke out over her ongoing romance with Tyler, who she competed against on BBC Strictly Come Dancing last year, eventually reaching the final with pro Carlos Gu.

It comes after the dancer was overwhelmed with emotion earlier this month as she finished chemotherapy

Danny and Jowita were seen together on Wednesday night just hours after meeting for the first time for their opening four-hour rehearsal session.

In pictures obtained by The Sun , the former rugby star was seen gazing at his dance partner after the pair finished a day of training for the upcoming Christmas Special.

Carlos and his celebrity dance partner Angela Scanlon gave a beautiful performance in Blackpool last Saturday wowing all the judges - except for Craig Revel Horwood