Everyone’s favourite TV barrister, Judge Rinder has been rumored to be part of this year’s Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special line-up and its first same-sex couple for the show!
He’s got the merry moves!

Now, we were just as surprised as you to read that already speculation for the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special has begun, especially when this year’s 18th series has yet to have any sort of confirmation on dates OR rumored contestants taking part, plus we’re only just getting over last years show (congrats Debbie & Kevin) however obviously yule-tide cheer is in the air, as…
The rumor mill has gone into a glittering spin with Robert Rinder aka Judge Rinder (and former 2016 Strictly contestant) being reported as a contestant for this years BBC Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special, what’s more, he is said to be part of a same-sex pairing, a first for the show.
NEW: Judge Rinder (@RobbieRinder) has reportedly been offered a place on the #Strictly Come Dancing 2020 Christmas Special, as part of a same-sex pairing. pic.twitter.com/ul6T1pUv4I
— TVZone (@TVZone_) February 20, 2020
Speaking to OK! magazine, the 41-year-old said:”‘I was offered next year’s Christmas special with a same-sex dancer,’ he told. ‘I’d do anything. I’ve danced on stage with Anton Du Beke for a Grenfell Tower benefit.’”
Although not officially confirmed, we’ve got everything crossed that it is, fans of one of the most beloved shows on TV will have to wait until the 18th series has aired before any more anouncement are likely to be made.
OK we really can’t wait!