With Strictly celebrating two amazing decades of dance, this year’s launch show had an extra sprinkle of glitz, glamour and unforgettable performances!
There were five performances, including one to welcome back dancer Amy Dowden after she was diagnosed with cancer last year.
Reigning champions from 2023, Ellie Leach and Vito Coppola, also performed a Paso Doble during the programme
Afterwards, Ellie gave this year’s contestants some top tips.
She said: “I’m so glad to be back. I feel at home when I’m here, but I think my advice is just to take every minute in it goes so so fast, so just enjoy it, guys.
“It’s the best, best time ever,” Ellie added.
The hard work now begins for the celebrities and their professional partners, with the first live show taking place next week.
It’s been revealed that this year’s series will include all the usual theme weeks, including Halloween, Musicals and Blackpool week.
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