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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Isobel Lewis

Angela Rippon, the legendary newsreader making Strictly Come Dancing history aged 79

BBC/Kieron McCarron

Strictly Come Dancing is back for its 21st series, with a true broadcasting legend on the lineup.

Angela Rippon CBE is a journalist, newsreader and presenter. Having turned 79 on 12 October, she is the oldest celebrity to take part in Strictly in the show’s history and has a special connection to the series, having previously presented the BBC’s long-running ballroom series Come Dancing that gives Strictly its name.

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