Dianne Buswell, visibly pregnant, holds the glitterball trophy in a launch preview for Strictly Come Dancing, as the BBC pros dance in revealing see-through costumes. Meanwhile, Jessie J serenades with a powerful performance in new photographs.
Strictly Come Dancing is set to return to our screens this Saturday, marking the approach of the festive season. Hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman are eagerly awaiting the launch of the new series, having worked together for many years and sharing a long-standing friendship.
Tess Daly finds meeting the new cast of celebrities the most exciting part of the series, while Claudia Winkleman expresses her excitement for the launch of the new Strictly Come Dancing series. Tess Daly is pictured in a fuschia ensemble with striking silver stilettos and blonde curls, while Claudia Winkleman is seen in a ruched black dress with sharp-cut bangs.
The returning judges for this year's competition are Shirley Ballas, Motsi Mabuse, Craig Revel Horwood, and Anton Du Beke. The celebrities dancing in this year's Strictly Come Dancing include Alex Kingston, Dani Dyer, Vicky Pattison, Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink, and Ellie Goldstein, among others. The professional dancers confirmed to return include Dianne Buswell, Nadiya Bychkova, Amy Dowden, Karen Hauer, and others.
The group number for the launch show features contestants in various shades of blue for an upbeat jazzy routine. A dramatic dance routine, potentially ballroom-inspired, is shown in the preview. Pregnant Dianne Buswell is featured in new preview pictures with the glitterball trophy.
Claudia Winkleman recalls an emotional routine by Chris and Dianne Buswell from last season and praises the sparkle and music of Strictly Come Dancing. She believes the anticipation keeps Strictly at the heart of British television. Jessie J sings during the show and forms the score for a dramatic ballroom-esque dance.
Tess Daly considers the first group dance the highlight of the launch show. She finds meeting the new cast of celebrities the most exciting part of the series, and is equally excited to be back for the new series of Strictly Come Dancing.
Strictly Come Dancing returns to our screens on Saturday, promising a season filled with glitz, glamour, and dance. Don't miss out on the excitement and tune in to watch the celebrities take to the dance floor!
