First Dates host Fred Sirieix and Repair Shop presenter Jay Blades have been announced as the first two celebrities taking part in the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special.
The news was announced on BBC Two spin-off It Takes Two on Monday night. French maitre'd Sirieix, 49, will dance with Australian professional Dianne Buswell during this year's festive special.
After a career working front of house at Michelin-starred restaurants, Sirieix launched a TV career as the personable host of First Dates on Channel 4.
He has since appeared in a number of series relating to the food industry, including specials alongside TV chefs Gordon Ramsay and Gino D'Acampo.
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