Strictly Come Dancing has announced that four former finalists will return for a spectacular group dance during this year's Blackpool specials, airing on 22 and 23 November. Ashley Roberts, Danny Mac, Jay McGuiness and Layton Williams will join the show's professional dancers for a routine celebrating classic moments from their time on the programme.
Each celebrity will revisit one of their most famous dances before coming together for a joyful celebration in the Blackpool Tower Ballroom. The routine will feature elements of Jay and Ashley's iconic Jives, Danny's famous Samba, and Layton's showstopping Quickstep. Jay McGuiness won the series in 2015, with Danny Mac and Ashley Roberts reaching the finals in 2016 and 2018 respectively, and Layton becoming a finalist in 2023.
The returning stars expressed their excitement about returning to the ballroom. Ashley Roberts said: 'I’m so excited and grateful to be back on the shiny floor in Blackpool again. Nearly a decade later, let’s see if these jive legs can still do their thing!' Danny Mac added: 'Dancing in Blackpool was an absolute highlight of my time on Strictly. To be heading back up to The Tower Ballroom once again is as thrilling as it is terrifying.'
Jay McGuiness commented: 'I feel extremely lucky to be part of the Strictly alumni that are going to shake our booties again.' Layton Williams said: 'I'm absolutely buzzing to be back on THE most iconic dance floor there is. Blackpool brings back so many fab memories and it's a true honour to be invited back.'
The Blackpool specials will also feature a performance from Steps on the Saturday live show, and Lewis Capaldi on the Sunday results show. The routine, choreographed by Jason Gilkinson, will air during the Sunday show. Strictly Come Dancing continues this weekend on BBC One and BBC iPlayer, with the eight remaining couples competing for a place in Blackpool.
