Strictly Come Dancing: Live Championship Finale

Strictly Come Dancing: The Final – Live

The Pro Routine: Raye’s Oscar-Winning Tears

Raye returns to the ballroom for a performance of her hit song “Oscar Winning Tears.” Joined by the Strictly professionals, she delivers an understatedly glamorous number choreographed by Jason Gilkison. Eight black-and-gold-clad dancers pair up for a passionate and intense jazz-theatre routine, featuring tricks, lifts, and chair work.

Celebrity Performances

The packed floor erupts into pandemonium as celebrities showcase their moves to the judges’ delight. Wynne Evans busts out some Charlesron and a song, while Pete Wicks rocks his signature trousers. Montell Douglas delivers impressive Couple’s Choice moves, complete with great hair. Sam Quek reprises her Rocky Horror sauce-wear, and Jamie Borthwick is visibly delighted to be back in the competition.

Class of 2024 Reunion

This year’s eliminated contestants return for a special celebratory group number, bringing a touch of high school reunion vibes to the show. Meanwhile, Tom Dean makes a splash with his pink-clad, chlorine-scented cha-cha steps, and Toyah “Annoyah” Willcox waggles her head in her signature style.

Anniversary Special

A trailer has been released for “Strictly Come Dancing: 20 Fabulous Years,” a one-off anniversary special celebrating two decades of glitterball glory. The special promises to bring back old faces, memorable dances, and plenty of nostalgic moments.

Final Leaderboard

The judges’ scoring is just for guidance, as the public vote will ultimately decide the result. Currently, the leaderboard stands as follows:

• Tasha and Aljaž: 119 points

• JB and Lauren: 119 points

• Sarah and Vito: 118 points

• Chris and Dianne: 116 points

Recaps and Exclusives

A recap of all 12 routines is now on-screen, with the celebrities surely feeling relieved to have completed their performances. The show also brings an exclusive peak into the Anglo-Welsh romcom’s Christmas Day finale, complete with limbo, Gaviscon, and plenty of drama.

Voting and Voting Smallprint

Ruth Jones, in character as Nessa from Gavin & Stacey, reads out the voting smallprint to the audience. She playfully accuses Claudia of copying her hairstyle and puts down a cheeky heckle of “What’s occurring?” The show is now closed, with the vote being counted and independently verified.