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These are the Strictly Come Dancing 2025 finalists

Strictly's Nikita Kuzmin delivers emotional message to Amber Davies
  • The Strictly Come Dancing grand final is scheduled for Saturday, marking the final live episode to be presented by Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman.
  • This year's series has been notably chaotic, experiencing four unexpected celebrity drop-outs and subsequent replacements.
  • Finalist Amber Davies, a last-minute addition to the series, has faced online negativity regarding her prior dance experience despite her strong performances.
  • Karen Carney, the first female footballer to compete, revealed she has Scheuermann’s disease, demonstrating significant personal growth and becoming a strong contender.
  • YouTuber George Clarke has impressed with a mix of quirky, fun routines and elegant ballroom dances, and is the only finalist yet to achieve a perfect score of 40.
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