The Crystal Maze has confirmed the line-up for its Christmas special, and it involves a reunion from this year's Strictly Come Dancing.

Among the line-up is head judge Shirley Ballas and former 2019 contestant Catherine Tyldesley, who was eliminated earlier on in the BBC series.

Also signing-up for the December 23 episode are I'm a Celebrity winner and former Gogglebox star Scarlett Moffatt, choirmaster Gareth Malone and comedian Nish Kumar.

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Catherine was controversially eliminated from Strictly in week six alongside professional partner Johannes Radebe.

Speaking on social media afterwards, the former Coronation Street actress praised Johannes, adding: "WHAT a journey!! Thankyou all for your messages, your love and support. Thank you Bbc for this opportunity.

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"When I started my #Strictly journey my confidence was low. My belief in what I could achieve on the show was extremely low.

"The expectations on my humble body - beyond low. What @johannesradebe gave me was priceless. Confidence, Belief, Love and Laughter - beyond words!"

Before The Crystal Maze's festive episode airs later this month, we'll find out which celebrity will be lifting the Strictly Glitterball Trophy, with one of either Kelvin Fletcher, Karim Zeroual, Emma Barton or Chris Ramsey due to take the top honour.

The Crystal Maze's festive special will air December 23 on Channel 4 at 10pm. Strictly Come Dancing 2019 continues on Saturday (December 7) at 7pm on BBC One.

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