BBC Strictly Come Dancing 2024 return date confirmed as countdown begins
dailyrecord.co.ukStrictly Come Dancing is gearing up for a glittering comeback, with the return date now days away. The flagship BBC One dance extravaganza is all set to waltz back onto our screens next month and mark an incredible 20 year anniversary with a brand-new roster of celebrity contestants.The iconic dance competition first made its debut on May 15, 2004, fronted by Tess Daly and the legendary Sir Bruce Forsyth.
On the judging panel, the original lineup featured the late Len Goodman, alongside the ever-critical Craig Revel Horwood, Arlene Phillips, and the flamboyant Bruno Tonioli.The inaugural series saw celebrities such as David Dickinson, Lesley Garrett, Verona Joseph, Natasha Kaplinsky, Martin Offiah, Erin Boag, Christopher Parker, Claire Sweeney, and Jason Wood step out onto the dance floor.Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman will return as presenters with Craig Revel Horwood, Shirley Ballas, Motsi Mabuse, and Anton Du Beke, all ready to score the new batch of dancing stars.
Eager Strictly fans are anticipating the revelation of this year's celebrity and professional dancer pairings in the launch show, which is set to air on Saturday, September 14.
The programme's social media channels announced the countdown today (Friday, August 30) with the date revealed in a series of official teaser videos.In the clip, reality TV favourite and podcast host Pete Wicks brandished two paddles showing '15' to lend his personal touch to the announcement.Strictly's social media post buzzed with anticipation: "Your #Strictly countdown is on!
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