Strictly 2025 Final: Stars Return for Trophy Showdown
The Strictly Come Dancing 2025 final is here! Amber Davies, George Clarke and Karen Carney compete for the Glitterball trophy. See all the backstage arrivals and find out who's missing.
The Strictly Come Dancing 2025 final is here! Amber Davies, George Clarke and Karen Carney compete for the Glitterball trophy. See all the backstage arrivals and find out who's missing.
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The Strictly Come Dancing 2025 final crowns a winner as hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman present their last live show. Follow the emotional farewell and the final dance-off.
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Strictly Come Dancing finalist Karen Carney reveals she 'begged' BBC bosses to let her dance in flats, but was warned her scores would suffer. The former footballer opens up on her confidence journey.
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ITV confirms no second series for hit 2025 crime drama 'Protection', starring Siobhan Finneran, despite critical acclaim and strong viewing figures. Full story here.
Ashley Roberts and Anita Rani dazzled in mini skirts for their final Heart Radio show before the holidays. Get the details on their stylish looks and their latest career moves.
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A previously unseen horror radio play by Tennessee Williams, written in 1938, has been published for the first time in Strand magazine, offering a glimpse of the playwright's early genius.
The Guardian's annual Christmas cartoon challenge by Stephen Collins is back. Can you identify the 20 figures who defined the news in 2025? Test your knowledge now.
Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly present their final Strictly Come Dancing together this Christmas. Speculation is rife over who will take over the BBC's flagship show. Read the latest on the frontrunners.
This year's Strictly Come Dancing has been criticised for excessive emotional manipulation and forced 'journey' narratives. As the final approaches, viewers plead for a return to pure dance.