Soap star Alexandra Mardell has been crowned the winner of Strictly Come Dancing’s Christmas special for 2022.
The 29-year-old actress is known for playing Emma Brooker in Coronation Street. She lifted the silver star trophy with her dance partner Kai Widdrington following a show filled with festive-themed performances.
The pair impressed the judges and studio audience and scored a perfect 40 with their quickstep to Sleigh Ride by The Ronettes. Mardell was dressed up as a reindeer while Widdrington wearing a Santa outfit.