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Carla Feric

Strictly shares details of Tess and Claudia’s emotional send-off

Claudia Winkleman Tess Daly

The upcoming Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special will mark the final joint hosting appearance for Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman.
Tess Daly is scheduled to perform an Argentine tango with professional dancer Aljaz Skorjanec during the festive episode.
Claudia Winkleman will feature in a parody of the beloved Christmas film Love Actually, alongside composer Dave Arch.
Daly and Winkleman received an emotional tribute, including a special message from Queen Camilla, during the recent series finale.
The Christmas special, airing on BBC One and iPlayer from 5:30 pm on Christmas Day, will also see six celebrities compete for the champion title, with the studio audience determining the winner.

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