The stars of Strictly Come Dancing have been seen in all their sparkles for the first time with just days to go until the huge series launch.

The first photo of the cast of contestants for this year's BBC One dance contest has been released on Saturday (September 13), with all 15 dressed up and ready to hit the dancefloor.

Hosted by Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly, the popular programme returns for its 23rd series with a new cast of celebrity hopefuls on Saturday, September 20.

In the first-look image, Love Island winner Dani Dyer wore a tassled pink number with a plunging V-neck to her waist, while pink tassels were shown off by ER and Doctor Who actress Alex Kingston and model and actress Ellie Goldstein.

Former England footballer Karen Carney wore a hot pink dress – also with

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