Former Strictly star shocks viewers as he returns four years after quitting show
25.09.2023 - 23:21
/ ok.co.uk
Former Strictly Come Dancing fan-favourite Kevin Clifton has made a surprise return to the competition with a special role as this year's stars are already hard at work on the dance floor. It was revealed on Monday night's very first 2023 edition of spin-off series It Takes Two that the show star, who won with documentarian Stacey Dooley, 36, during the 2018 series, would be taking over some of his sister Joanne Clifton's episode. Professional dancer Joanne, 39, is currently on tour with the UK production of Shrek the Musical, in which she plays the iconic Princess Fiona.
In an unfortunate snag, the fantastic role means that she won't be able to host Choreography Corner on It Takes Two as much as she normally would. Kevin, 40, who quit Strictly Come Dancing in 2019, has thankfully decided to step in for his sister and help It Takes Two hosts Janette Manrara and Fleur East study the footwork and leg action of the contestants. Making the announcement with Joanne at the Strictly studio, Fleur prompted: "Choreography corner is a family affair this year isn't it Joanne?" "Yes it's someone called Kevin, dunno if you know him, he came second in 2016 when I won," Joanne laughed cheekily.
Upon announcing he was departing the series back in 2019, fans were utterly devastated to hear Kevin wouldn't be returning to the dance floor. The incredible dancer, who is now in a relationship with Stacey and shares baby daughter Minnie with her, shared a heartfelt goodbye to the "entire Strictly family". "The past 7 years have been some of the most wonderful years of my life," he said at the time.
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