Strictly Come Dancing

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Strictly Come Dancing 2024: All the Sparkle and Tears You Can Handle!

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Get ready to weep and twirl as Strictly Come Dancing returns! Find out how to catch the glittery action, emotional reunions, and all the scandalous drama!

The glitzy world of Strictly Come Dancing is twinkling back into our lives for 2024, and fans couldn't be more excited! With the show's beloved format of pairing celebrity contestants with professional dancers, audiences are eagerly anticipating a new battle for the prestigious Glitterball Trophy. Tonight is the night we all gather around the telly to witness the launch, which promises to be packed with toe-tapping entertainment and a few emotionally charged moments that might require a box of tissues!

Speaking of emotions, viewers were left sobbing with joy at the return of Amy Dowden. The talented dancer’s journey through her health struggles has pulled at the heartstrings of many, making her performance not just another dance but a celebration of resilience. As the show's glamorous hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman guide us through the night, there’ll likely be plenty of tears—and they won’t just be from the glittering sequins dazzling in the spotlight!

Tonight’s launch show marks the start of an exhilarating 20th anniversary season, and there's drama behind the scenes. Recently, the BBC faced some flak regarding a perceived gender imbalance in the contestant lineup. Amongst the buzz, one of the highlights is a special performance by Anne-Marie, whose chart-topping hits will surely have us dancing in our living rooms! The rumour mill is already swirling, and audiences are hungry for the latest juicy updates, especially with the summer of scandal that led to this new season.

For avid fans and curious newcomers alike, the excitement doesn't stop there! Be prepared to be immersed in the magical world of dance, laughter, and creativity that Strictly Come Dancing promises. Tonight, as the lights dim and the music begins, it's time to pop that popcorn, grab a comfy blanket, and get ready for a much-needed dose of sparkle!

Did you know that Strictly first dazzled its way onto BBC screens in 2004? Since then, it has become a British institution, captivating millions each week with its blend of talent, glamour, and heart! Plus, Amy Dowden has become a beacon of hope, inspiring many with her brave journey through breast cancer. Here’s to another season filled with inspiration, joy, and of course, plenty of fancy footwork!

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How to watch Strictly Come Dancing tonight amid show launch (Barry and District News)

Strictly Come Dancing is back for 2024, seeing celebrity contestants pair up with professional dancers to try and claim that Glitterball Trophy.

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Strictly Come Dancing fans sobbing as Amy Dowden returns (Bromsgrove Advertiser)

Fans have been left "sobbing" as Strictly Come Dancing gets underway with a dance by the show's professionals also marking Amy Dowden's…

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Strictly Come Dancing: the launch show – live (The Guardian)

After a summer of scandal, the BBC's flagship sparkle-fest gets underway. Join us as 15 brave new contestants get paired with their pros.

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Strictly Come Dancing 2024 live: What time to tune into the BBC ... (The Independent)

The BBC favourite has been embroiled in scandal ahead of its big return to screens for its 20th anniversary.

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Strictly Come Dancing launch show, live (Telegraph.co.uk)

That faint tang of self-tan on the evening air can mean only one thing – a new year of Strictly!

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BBC Strictly Come Dancing fans 'in tears' as Amy Dowden makes ... (Devon Live)

Hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman were back in action, welcoming another group of 15 celebrities to the dance floor for its pre-recorded launch show.

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Who's in the cast of Strictly Come Dancing 2024? Full line-up (Metro)

The BBC has defended the Strictly Come Dancing 2024 line-up after fans complained about the 'gender imbalance' of celebrities in the cast.

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BBC Strictly Come Dancing's return 'spoiled' by Anne-Marie after ... (Accrington Observer)

The 33-year-old hitmaker, behind some of the biggest chart-toppers, teased her performance on the BBC dancing extravaganza as it gears up for its grand 2024 ...

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BBC Strictly Come Dancing: Amy Dowden's 'darkest times' and ... (WalesOnline)

Amy Dowden returns to Strictly Come Dancing this weekend after sitting out on last year's series while she was receiving treatment for breast cancer.

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BBC Strictly Come Dancing fans have same complaint minutes into ... (Devon Live)

The show's hosts, Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman, returned to the iconic studio on Saturday, September 14, for the pre-recorded launch episode on BBC One. The ...

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