Christmas comeback stars
KATIE DERHAM
The BBC presenter finished fourth with Anton Du Beke in the 13th series of the show in 2015. This year, Katie is partnered with professional dancer Brendan Cole. She says: “I cannot wait to dust off the sequins.”
JUDY MURRAY
The Scottish tennis coach and mum to Wimbledon winner Andy appeared in the 12th series, getting through to week eight despite low points. This year she dances with Neil Jones. Judy, 58, says: “I promise to be every bit as bad and to enjoy it every bit as much.”
KIMBERLEY WALSH
The Girls Aloud singer was one of two runners-up in the 10th series. Kimberley, who has had two boys since her first appearance in 2012, is once again paired with Pasha Kovalev, saying: “I loved my time on Strictly so much so it’s going to be wonderful to be back.”
COLIN JACKSON
The Olympic medallist came second in the 2005 series, losing out to cricketer Darren Gough. He’s no stranger to the Christmas Special, after winning the competition a year later. Partnered with Amy Dowden, Colin, 50, says: “I’m looking forward to dusting off my dancing shoes once again.”
JEREMY VINE
The Radio 2 star appeared alongside Katie in the 13th series of the show, finishing ninth. The 52-year-old, dancing with Karen Clifton again, jokes: “Me? Dance again? Yes, yes, YES!!! Now where are those shoes?”