Table of Contents
- Tess Daly's Final Performance
- The Christmas Special Episode
- Audience Vote and Winner
- Farewell from Tess and Claudia
STRICTLY Come Dancing host Tess Daly graced the dance floor for the first – and last – time as she showcased a mini-routine.
The TV presenter bid farewell to Strictly with a special episode and even donned her dancing shoes for the event.
Tess Daly performed a routine in her final episodeCredit: Refer to source
She delivered a mini Argentine Tango routineCredit: Refer to source
It was her first time dancing on the showCredit: Refer to source
Looking stunning in a crisp white suit, Tess finally took to the dance floor alongside professional partner Aljaz Škorjanec.
After All Saints singer Mel Blatt's performance, a judge interrupted to announce that none of the celebrity pairings would be performing an Argentine Tango that evening.
Consequently, he revealed that Tess would take on the honor before dancer Aljaz joined her on the dance floor.
They then performed a brief routine that featured numerous tricks and flips.
At one point, Aljaz was seen spinning Tess around as the host finally showcased her dance moves.
Anton later humorously scored Tess and awarded her a 12 for her performance.
At the end of the show, Tess and Claudia expressed their gratitude to the audience for watching them “over the years” and encouraged everyone to “keep dancing.”
The Sun previously reported that the Christmas edition would be Tess's last after she announced her departure alongside her co-host.
A TV insider shared earlier this month: “Both hosts readily admit they’re not natural dancers, especially compared to the professionals they work with each week.
“However, they recognize this is a special occasion and an opportunity for everyone on the show to bid farewell to Tess and Claudia, as well as for the viewers at home.”
The Christmas special marked the final appearance of Tess and Claudia on the show.
Their official farewell occurred during the series finale earlier this week, where Karen Carney emerged as the winner.
The Christmas special concluded with a winner chosen solely by audience vote.
After all the performances, Scarlett, who first gained fame on Gogglebox, was declared the winner alongside her professional partner after their Cha Cha to Cher’s "DJ Play A Christmas Song."
Upon winning, Scarlett exclaimed: “This is incredible! I feel like I should have prepared a speech! This is honestly the best Christmas gift I could have ever received. We’ve all had the most wonderful time!”
Scarlett and Vito were the only dancers to achieve a perfect score of 40, although the other contestants were close behind.
The hosts bid farewell to the showCredit: Instagram
Tess dazzled the Strictly audienceCredit: Refer to source
Frequently Asked Questions
What was Tess Daly's final performance on Strictly Come Dancing?
Tess Daly performed a mini Argentine Tango routine alongside professional dancer Aljaz Škorjanec during the Christmas special episode, marking her last appearance on the show.
How did the audience participate in the Christmas special episode?
The winner of the Christmas special was determined solely by audience vote, allowing viewers to have a say in the outcome.
What did Tess and Claudia say during their farewell?
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