STRICTLY Come Dancing’s full festive line-up can be revealed tonight – so let’s meet the people we’ll all be spending Christmas day with.
It’s a bumper Christmas special with a crop of soap stars, sports personalities and even a pop legend.
Here HOAR reveals the six celebs who will be cha-cha-chasing Strictly‘s famous glitterball trophy.
Rosie Ramsey
Rosie Ramsey is taking part in Strictly’s Christmas special
Rosie Ramsey was the first star confirmed for the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special on BBC show Morning Live.
The former redcoat and wife of funnyman Chris Ramsey revealed her professional partner is Neil Jones.
She said: “I am thrilled to be dancing in this year’s Strictly Christmas special!
“After watching my husband Chris compete a few years ago, I’ve been desperate to get on that dance floor myself!
“I also absolutely LOVE Christmas, and my partner Neil is lovely, so this is just perfect. Best. Christmas. Ever!”
Rosie’s husband Chris – who she hosts a podcast with – will be giving her tips after he appeared on Strictly in 2019 alongside pro Karen Hauer and made it to the semi final.
Rickie Haywood-Williams
Rickie Haywood-Williams, 42, will take to the famous dance floor
Radio One DJ Rickie Haywood-Williams, 42, will be put through his paces by pro dancer Luba Mushtuk for the festive competition.
He said: “I have watched Strictly over the years and always said I’d be too scared to do it. But here I am ready to go for it, sequins n’ all.”
Rickie previously presented the KISS FM breakfast show for 10 years before moving to the BBC, where he currently presents BBC Radio 1’s iconic Live Lounge show with Melvin Odoom and Charlie Hedges.
He’ll be able to ask best pal Melvin for tips, given he starred in the 2016 series with Janette Manrara.
In September Rickie became a dad again and will need to balance cha-cha-changing nappies with learning his routines.
Coronation Street actor Alexandra Mardell
Ex Coronation Street actor Alexandra Mardell is also part of the all-star line-up.
Alexandra, known to millions as Emma Brooker in Corrie, said: “I’ve grown up with Strictly Come Dancing, and my Mum always said she’d love to see me on the show so this really is the best Christmas present I could give her.
“I can’t wait to get into the training room and see what festive moves I can bring to the table!”
Alexandra will be paired with Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer Kai Widdrington.
In 2019, she won the British Soap Award for Best Newcomer and was nominated for both Best Newcomer and Serial Drama Performance at the National Television Awards.
Since leaving Corrie she has starred in The Family Pile for ITV.
Nicola Roberts
Nicola will be paired with Giovanni Pernice for this year’s Christmas special
Girls Aloud singer Nicola Roberts will take the stage for the ballroom in an attempt to be crowned this year’s festive champion.
Best known as a member of the hugely successful Girls Aloud, Nicola scored 20 consecutive top 10 singles alongside bandmates Cheryl, Kimberly Walsh, Nadine Coyle and the late Sarah Harding.
Nicola said: “It’s truly an honour to be part of Strictly, but to be invited on to the prestigious Christmas day episode is something very special indeed.
“They’ve promised me extra glitter, sparkle and frosting all wrapped
up together with a big bow on top. What more could a girl wish for?”
Larry Lamb
EastEnders legend Larry Lamb has signed up for Strictly’s Christmas Special
Nicola will face stiff competition from another showbiz legend in the form of actor Larry Lamb.
The TV and film star is best known for playing Mick Shipman in Gavin & Stacey, and evil Archie in EastEnders.
Speaking to the BBC, Larry said: “Christmas has come early! I can’t wait to get on the dance floor and learn a brand new skill ready for all those festive parties.
“I am excited yet incredibly nervous but I know Nadiya will look after me, and I look forward to adding a bit of extra sparkle to Christmas day.”
He is paired with Strictly pro Nadiya Bychkova.
Georgie Webster
CBeebies presenter George Webster is the final celebrity confirmed for the Christmas special
TV presenter George Webster from Leeds is the sixth and final celebrity confirmed for the Christmas special.
The 22-year-old recently made history when he became the first presenter on CBeebies with Down Syndrome.
The Mencap ambassador, who will be paired with pro Amy Dowden. said: “I love Strictly and have watched it every year.
“I’ve always dreamed of being on the show one year and I’m so excited to be on this year’s Christmas Special!
“To be partnered with Amy is such an honour, we get on so well, she’s so lovely and an amazing dancer. Bring on the glitter and everything else. I can’t wait to perform on the Strictly dancefloor.”
Last year’s Christmas special was won by pop star Anne-Marie, who was paired with Graziano di Prima.
They scored a perfect 40 for their cha cha.
Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special will air on BBC One and BBC iPlayer on Christmas Day.
