Back To The Floor

Six past participants are heading back to the dancefloor for this year's Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special.

The couples are:

Sophie Ellis-Bextor & Aljaž Skorjanec
Lisa Riley & Robin Windsor
Rachel Stevens & Tristan MacManus
Louis Smith & Aliona Vilani
Chris Hollins & Iveta Lukosiute
Russell Grant & Joanne Clifton

Only Lisa Riley is partnered with her original dance partner, so all the others will be building new relationships.

The BBC have announced that the show will have a panto theme, and will be presented by Sir Bruce and Tess.

I think Chris & Iveta will make a great partnership, and Rachel & Tristan could be amazing. I think Russell & Joanne will get on like a house on fire.

It's always nice to have the Christmas special, as it softens the blow of the series ending, and fills the gap before the live tour starts.