The 22nd series of Strictly Come Dancing may be coming to an end in just a matter of weeks, but fear not Strictly fans, as there's also a Christmas special to look forward to before the year is over.
The list of celebrity contestants taking part in the 2024 Christmas special have been announced and we absolutely cannot wait to see them take to the ballroom floor.
Last year's Christmas spin-off show saw Eastenders actor Jamie Borthwick take home the glitterball trophy with dancer partner Nancy Xu. Clearly he did something right as Jamie is now taking part in the current series where he is dancing with newcomer Michelle Tsiakkas.
As we wait to see if Jamie will beat the likes of TOWIE star Pete Wicks and Love Island finalist Tasha Ghouri, here are the latest celebs who have been confirmed to take part in the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special.
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Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special 2024 line-up
1 of 6Josh Widdicombe
Comedian, podcaster and author Josh was the first star to be revealed and has opened up about the challenge.
'I am utterly terrified this will end in humiliation and worried I’m going to be so bad,' he confessed, 'I will ruin Christmas for the nation. Why have I done this?”
Nothing like a bit of positivity, Josh.
2 of 6Tayce
Another celeb that has been announced is drag artist, presenter and model Tayce. Reaching the final of RuPaul's Drag Race UK season two, Tayce is often referred to as 'the Naomi Campbell of drag' and has worked on the likes of BBC Radio 1, MTV and Sky.
Taking about the battle for the glitterball trophy, Tayce revealed, 'I cannot wait to sleigh on the Strictly Ballroom floor. My partner and I are going to dance for our lives! In all seriousness, it’s an incredible honour to be the first drag artist to be taking part in Strictly Come Dancing. I hope I do all of my Drag Race and Welsh fans proud! Sign me up for all the glitz, glam and disco balls.'
3 of 6Vogue Williams
Irish presenter, podcaster and DJ Vogue Williams is the latest celeb to taking part in Strictly's Christmas special.
'I’m so excited to join the Strictly family,' Vogue confessed before adding, 'Carlos would have more of a chance of winning a Nobel prize than turning me into a good dancer but I am determined to try my very best! I’m loving it so far, bring on the Ballroom floor.'
4 of 6Harry Aikines-Aryeetey
Gladiator and Olympian, Harry Aikines-Aryeetey, will be following in the footsteps of Montell Douglas and taking part in the Christmas special.
Chatting about taking part in Strictly, Harry is clearly excited, 'I’m swapping my trainers for dancing shoes, and trust me, I’m bringing the power, the energy and the moves! This December I'm gonna light up that dancefloor and crank the Christmas spirit all the way UP. Let’s do this!'
5 of 6Tamzin
Eastenders actress Tamzin Outhwaite will be joining the likes of Harry and Tayce to take part in the Strictly Christmas special.
'I’m so excited to swap the stage for the Strictly Ballroom this Christmas,' Tamzin gushed, 'I’m used to performing in front of a live audience, but this is a whole new experience. I can’t wait to immerse myself in all things glitter and sequins.'
6 of 6billy monger
The final celeb to confirmed for Strictly is racing car driver and TV presenter Billy Monger.
The British Formula 3 has confessed there is one thing in particular he is nervous about as she confessed, 'I've spent the last 12 months training 20 hours a week for an Ironman world record attempt, but the thought of donning sequins in front of Craig Revel Horwood fills me with a fear I've never experienced before.'
Safe to say you're not the only one, Billy.
When is the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special on TV?
Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special will air on BBC One and BBC iPlayer on Christmas Day.
Who are the judges on the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special?
Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse, Anton Du Beke and Head Judge Shirley Ballas are all returning to judge the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special.
Which professional dancers are taking part in Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special?
Two dancers who didn't take part in this year's original series have been selected; Kai Widdrington is matched with Tayce and Carlos Gu, who is matched with Vogue Williams. As for the other four confirmed professionals; Karen Hauer will be putting Josh through his paces, Nikita Kuzmin will be dancing with Tamzin, Nancy Xu is be matched with Harry and it has just been revealed Nadiya Bychkova will be teachingg Billy.
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Emily Vierke is a digital writer who has dabbled in the world of celeb, beauty and fashion. She has a slight crush on Gorka Marquez and watches Jay McGuinness’ and Aliona Vilani’s Pulp Fiction inspired Jive dance at least once a week.