Melanie Blatt 'Deeply Uncomfortable' on Strictly
All Saints star Melanie Blatt opens up about feeling 'deeply uncomfortable' while filming the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special. Discover her challenges and the festive line-up.
All Saints star Melanie Blatt opens up about feeling 'deeply uncomfortable' while filming the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special. Discover her challenges and the festive line-up.
TV personality Scarlett Moffatt explains her past dance experience bars her from the main Strictly Come Dancing show, but she's thrilled to star in the Christmas special. Read her emotional story.
Strictly Come Dancing's finale was overshadowed by a rumoured feud as Carlos Gu broke down in tears and Nancy Xu's reaction spoke volumes. Discover the details and fan reactions here.
Get a sneak peek at the six celebrity couples competing in the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas Special 2024, featuring Brian McFadden and Scarlett Moffatt. Airs Christmas Day at 5:30pm on BBC One.
Get a first glimpse of the six celebrity couples, including Brian McFadden and Scarlett Moffatt, competing in the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special 2025. Host Tess Daly will also perform a final dance.
Strictly Come Dancing professional Luba Mushtuk has revealed she will be spending Christmas Day alone, painting walls and eating ice cream. The dancer made the admission on Loose Women ahead of the festive special.
Strictly Come Dancing professional Luba Mushtuk reveals she'll be spending Christmas Day by herself, painting walls and watching movies. Find out more about the festive TV special.
A Strictly Come Dancing star was asked to leave the set of The Wheel after revealing his 7pm Christmas Day present routine. Watch the festive special on BBC One.
Forgot to order the turkey? This stress-free, two-hour roast chicken Christmas dinner menu with a one-trolley shopping list is your festive safety net. Get all the trimmings with minimal fuss.
Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman host their final Strictly Come Dancing Christmas Special, featuring a surprise tribute from Queen Camilla. Get the emotional details.
The BBC's Beyond Paradise Christmas Special airs 21 December 2025. Kris Marshall returns as DI Humphrey Goodman in a deeply personal festive mystery. Full cast list and guest stars revealed.
The Strictly Come Dancing 2025 final saw emotional goodbyes from hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman, a historic pregnant performance, and a winning partnership that changed a dancer's life. Read the full story here.
The Strictly Come Dancing 2025 final saw ratings fall again, with a peak of 8.4 million viewers. Ex-footballer Karen Carney and Carlos Gu lifted the Glitterball trophy.
Our ultimate guide reveals the best supermarket Christmas food for 2025, from starters to desserts. Find out which retailers offer top quality and value to impress your guests without breaking the bank.
The Strictly Come Dancing 2025 final was dominated by hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman's emotional farewell. Read about the tributes, the winner, and the huge challenge facing the BBC.
Former footballer Karen Carney triumphs in the Strictly Come Dancing 2025 final. The emotional night also marked the last show for hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman.
Strictly Come Dancing could lose pro Johannes Radebe after the 2025 final. Betway odds suggest a departure following his emotional 'goodbye' speech. Read the latest rumours.
The Strictly Come Dancing 2025 final is here! Amber Davies, George Clarke and Karen Carney compete for the Glitterball trophy. See all the backstage arrivals and find out who's missing.
Strictly Come Dancing finalist Karen Carney reveals she 'begged' BBC bosses to let her dance in flats, but was warned her scores would suffer. The former footballer opens up on her confidence journey.
The Guardian's annual Christmas cartoon challenge by Stephen Collins is back. Can you identify the 20 figures who defined the news in 2025? Test your knowledge now.
This year's Strictly Come Dancing has been criticised for excessive emotional manipulation and forced 'journey' narratives. As the final approaches, viewers plead for a return to pure dance.
As the 2025 final approaches, we look back at what happened to every Strictly Come Dancing champion, from the first winner Natasha Kaplinsky to comedian Chris McCausland.
Strictly's first eliminated star Thomas Skinner will skip the 2025 final due to a prior commitment, following a run marked by controversy and personal regret. Read the full story.
Don't miss the last posting dates for Christmas 2025. Check Royal Mail, DPD, and Evri deadlines to ensure your gifts arrive on time. Post early to avoid disappointment.
Strictly Come Dancing head judge Shirley Ballas shares tragic news of her aunt's death just before the 2025 final. Read her emotional tribute and see the cast's support.
Plan your festive shop with our complete guide to Christmas and New Year opening hours for Tesco, Sainsbury's, Aldi, Asda, Lidl, M&S, Morrisons, Waitrose and Co-op. Avoid locked doors!
Strictly Come Dancing professional Michelle Tsiakkas reveals her baking talent on BBC Morning Live with festive cupcakes, following her disappointment at missing the 2025 series. Watch her career move here.
Strictly Come Dancing professional Kai Widdrington announces he will host two festive specials on Magic Radio, sharing his favourite songs and family traditions. Listen from 21st December.
The full line-up for the Strictly Come Dancing 2025 live arena tour is announced, with four major stars absent. Find out who's in and who's out for the 30-show spectacular.
Scarlett Moffatt's childhood dance training with judge Anton Du Beke sparks a Strictly Come Dancing 'fix' row ahead of the Christmas special. Find out why insiders are calling it unfair.