Tess and Claudia host the show from Blackpool

BBC Strictly Come Dancing returned to television screens with its much-anticipated Blackpool special, but within minutes of the live broadcast, presenters Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly found themselves issuing an apologetic explanation to viewers.

The incident followed an outstanding opening performance from Steps, who delivered a medley of their classic songs whilst the professional dancers and celebrity participants executed an impressive group routine.

Following rapturous applause from the audience, Tess and Claudia moved to centre stage to acknowledge the band and prepare to welcome the judging panel.

However, just before Shirley Ballas , Motsi Mabuse , Craig Revel Horwood and Anton Du Beke made their entrance, Claudia rev

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