Strictly Come Dancing line-up revealed for Christmas special

Some famous faces are returning to the dancefloor! ๐Ÿ’ƒ

STRICTLY COME DANCING CHRISTMAS SPECIAL

by Alex Ross |
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As we continue to enjoy the drama and amazing choreography on this year's Strictly Come Dancing, bosses have delighted fans by announcing the line-up for this year's Christmas special.

We may only be a few days into November, but Christmas is fast approaching and we can't wait to sit down in front of the TV and watch this year's festive episode of the popular dancing show. This year, bosses have decided to bring back a number of past contestants, including Love Island host Caroline Flack and former Conservative MP Ann Widdecombe.

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Strictly Come Dancing 2018: Christmas special line-up

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Caroline Flack

Love Island host Caroline Flack was crowned the winner of the show in 2014.

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Ann Widdecombe

Former MP Ann Widdecombe made a massive impact with viewers during her time on the show in 2010.

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Aston Merrygold

Former JLS star Aston Merrygold was booted off the 2017 series of Strictly in the early stages, so he will sure have a point to prove.

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Anita Rani

TV presenter Anita Rani appeared on the 2015 series of Strictly and reached the semi-final.

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Jake Wood

EastEnders actor Jake Wood took part in the 12th series of Strictly in 2014, losing out in the semi-final.

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Michael Vaughan

Former England cricketer Michael Vaughan is also back on the dancefloor. He last took part on the show in 2012.

As the impressive line-up for the Christmas Day special was announced, the celebs taking part have been expressing their excitement on social media.

Taking to Instagram, Caroline Flack shared a snap from her time on the show, writing, 'Start training for Strictly tomorrow with my new partner !!! Itโ€™s good to be back โค๏ธ'. [sic]

Aston then shared a video, writing, 'Iโ€™m baaaaack ๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿ˜‹๐ŸŽ…๐Ÿฝ see you on the floor Christmas Day!! @bbcstrictly '. [sic]

Although no further details about the Christmas special have been announced, it will air on BBC ONE on Christmas Day.

We can't wait! ๐Ÿ’ƒ๐Ÿ’ƒ๐Ÿ’ƒ

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