When is the Strictly Come Dancing 20th anniversary on TV?

When is the Strictly Come Dancing 20th anniversary on TV?

As a dedicated Strictly Come Dancing enthusiast who has been following the show since its inception back in 2004, I can confidently say that the upcoming 20 Fabulous Years special on BBC One and iPlayer is an absolute must-watch for any fan of the series. With exclusive interviews from past contestants, pros, judges, and production teams, this 85-minute special promises to be a captivating journey through two decades of Strictly magic.

With Strictly Come Dancing wrapping up its 2024 season last weekend, Chris McCausland and Dianne Buswell taking home the victory, there’s no shortage of Strictly thrills left in store – and it’s not only about the upcoming Christmas special.

20 fabulous years of Strictly Come Dancing are being celebrated this Saturday on BBC One and iPlayer! As a die-hard fan, I can hardly wait to join Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman as they reminisce about the shimmering past two decades of this beloved show.

The 85-minute feature boasts a variety of content, including unique conversations with former contestants, professional dancers, judges, and behind-the-scenes teams. They will revisit some of Strictly’s most memorable performances and discuss how the show has grown into a cherished institution.

Among the memorable highlights are Jill Halfpenny’s debut 40, the electric Pulp Fiction jive performed by Jay McGuiness and Aliona Vilani, and, let’s not forget, Ed Balls and Katya Jones’ rendition of Gangnam Style.

So, when can viewers tune into 20 Fabulous Years? Read on for everything you need to know.

When is the Strictly Come Dancing 20th anniversary on TV?

20 Fabulous Years, the special 20th anniversary show of Strictly Come Dancing, will be broadcast on BBC One and iPlayer this coming Saturday, 21st December, starting at 7:00 PM.

Who will feature in the Strictly Come Dancing 20th anniversary show?

When is the Strictly Come Dancing 20th anniversary on TV?

In the finale of Strictly Come Dancing, a short preview was shown for the full-length episode, hinting at which contestants might be featured.

It’s confirmed that Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman are part of the show, as well as the present judges: Shirley Ballas, Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse, and Anton Du Beke.

Bruno Tonioli, Dame Arlene Phillips, Brendan Cole, and Natasha Kaplinsky will be part of the show as they look back on the very first season of Strictly Come Dancing, which took place in 2004.

In a retrospective discussion, dancers such as Oti Mabuse, Pasha Kovalev, Johannes Radebe, Karen Hauer, Kevin Clifton, and Aljaž Škorjanec will share insights about their experiences on Strictly Come Dancing and how it influenced their professional paths.

Additionally, some beloved pairs from Strictly Come Dancing will come back, such as Stacey Dooley with Kevin Clifton, Zoe Ball with Ian Waite, Judy Murray with Anton Du Beke, Joe Sugg with Dianne Buswell, Bill Bailey with Oti Mabuse, Angela Rippon with Kai Widdrington, Gemma Atkinson with Aljaž Škorjanec, and Fleur East with Vito Coppola.

Chris Hollins, Harry Judd, Hamza Yassin, and Ellie Leach will each reminisce about their journey to the finals and re-experience the thrill of hoisting the Glitterball trophy.

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2024-12-17 04:04