THE festive season just wouldn't feel right without the annual Strictly Come Dancing Christmas Special.
The line-up for this yuletide edition of the show has been revealed and includes a member of Girls Aloud, a Gavin & Stacey star, a Radio 1 DJ, and more.
Who is in the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas Special 2022 line-up?
Nicola Roberts
Girls Aloud singer Nicola Roberts will take to the ballroom in an attempt to be crowned the Strictly Come Dancing festive champion.
Speaking to the BBC, 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?"
Nicola is paired with pro dancer Giovanni Pernice.
Read more on Strictly
Strictly’s Kym Marsh returns TONIGHT after Covid & deals fellow star MAJOR blow
UK pop legend revealed as fifth celeb to sign up for Strictly Xmas special
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.
In 2020 she won the first series of The Masked Singer UK.
Larry Lamb
Legendary actor Larry Lamb has also signed up for the show.
The TV and film star is best known for playing Mick Shipman in Gavin & Stacey, and evil Archie in EastEnders.
Most read in Reality
Strictly viewers fear for this week's contestants after 'unfair' shake-up
The FULL line-up for ITV's Britain Get Singing
Towie confirms huge news about future of show
Made In Chelsea star Maeva D'Ascanio gives birth and reveals adorable name
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.
Rickie Haywood-Williams
Radio 1 DJ Rickie Haywood-Williams 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.”
Rosie Ramsey
Podcast star Rosie Ramsey will also be battling for the glitterball trophy.
The wife of funnyman Chris – who hosts a podcast with him – will be showing off her moves over the festive period.
The news was announced on BBC's Morning Live, where Rosie 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 appeared on Strictly in 2019 alongside pro Karen Hauer and made it to the semi final.
Alexandra Mardell
Corrie star Alexandra Mardell is also competing on the Strictly Christmas special.
The actress is best known for the role of Emma Brooker in the ITV soap, and also playing Kelly Horton in Vera.
She told the BBC: “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.
Read More on The Sun
Inside China’s eerie abandoned knock-off Disneyland with half finished castle
I’m a savvy mum and make Christmas dinner for £2.50 a head – here’s my list
"I can’t wait to get into the training room and see what festive moves I can bring to the table!”
Alexandra is paired with Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer Kai Widdrington.
Source: Read Full Article