A reality TV icon has been announced as first celebrity contestant for this year's Strictly Christmas special

Strictly Come Dancing has revealed its first Christmas special star in an "exciting" announcement.

During Friday's (November 21) edition of the hit spin-off programme, It Takes Two, host Janette Manrara revealed that she had a "huge exclusive" to share.

Later, Gogglebox star Scarlett Moffatt, who was appearing on the show's Friday panel, confirmed that she would be the first celebrity to take part in this year's Christmas special.

"The rest of the panel will be out in a minute, but before they do, I'm here to tell you what your big Strictly exclusive is. Drum roll please," Scarlett excitedly said.

"I'm so excited. I am officially this year's first Strictly Christmas spe

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