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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Rosie Shead

Comedian announced as fifth celebrity confirmed for Strictly Christmas special

Comedian Babatunde Aléshé has been announced for the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas Special, hoping his “old moves come back”.

The 39-year-old actor and podcaster is known for TV appearances, including Taskmaster and Celebrity Gogglebox, sharing a sofa with comedian Mo Gilligan. He also competed in 2022’s I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!, lasting 18 days in the jungle, and co-hosted the 2024 Mobo Awards.

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