Strictly’s It Takes Two halted for big announcement as star confirmed for Christmas show

Strictly Come Dancing star Janette Manrara made an exciting announcement on Friday’s episode of It Takes Two
Sara Baalla Screen Time TV Reporter
18:42, 21 Nov 2025
Strictly’s It Takes Two halted for breaking news as new star confirmed for show
Strictly’s It Takes Two was halted for breaking news on Friday (November 21) as a new star was confirmed for the show.
During the latest instalment of the hit spin-off programme, host Janette Manrara revealed that Gogglebox star Scarlett Moffatt would be the first celebrity to take part in this year’s Christmas special.
“Strictly has always held a special place in my heart, so being part of the Christmas Special feels truly magical,” Scarlett said in a statement.
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