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Latest contestant confirmed for Strictly Come Dancing Christmas Special

Babatunde Aleshe excitedly spills champagne over himself as he leaves I'm a Celeb jungle
  • Comedian Babatunde Aléshé has been announced as a contestant for the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas Special.
  • The 39-year-old actor and podcaster is known for his roles in shows such as Taskmaster and I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!.
  • Aléshé revealed he used to perform street locking and break dancing in college, expressing hope that his 'old moves' will return for the competition.
  • He will be paired with professional dancer Nancy Xu for the special, which is scheduled to air this Christmas.
  • Other celebrities confirmed for the special include Nicholas Bailey, Melanie Blatt, Scarlett Moffatt, and Jodie Ounsley, with six couples vying for the Christmas champion title.
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