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Fourth celebrity announced for Strictly Christmas special

Nicholas Bailey as Anthony Trueman in EastEnders
  • Actor Nicholas Bailey, best known for his role as Dr Anthony Trueman in EastEnders, has been confirmed as the fourth celebrity contestant for the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas Special.
  • Bailey will partner with professional dancer Luba Mushtuk, as he trades Albert Square for the festive ballroom.
  • He expressed his excitement for the show and that he hopes to make “Albert Square and Luba proud”.
  • The Christmas Special will feature six couples competing for the Strictly Christmas Champion title, with Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman hosting for their final time, and a judging panel including Shirley Ballas and Craig Revel Horwood.
  • Bailey joins previously announced participants Scarlett Moffatt, Melanie Blatt, and Jodie Ounsley, with the remaining two celebrities revealed on It Takes Two later this week.

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