Strictly has begun! Phew, it didn't look like we'd make it at some points this year, so bring on the sparkles and sequins for 2020. We started the show with some wafty pros getting chilly on the beach before taking us on a tour of National Trust properties. I suppose it's nice to remind us what the outside world looks like. The show has often been here to get us through the long winter nights and this year it feels more important than ever.
Caroline and...Johannes!
What a great pairing to kick things off with! These two are going to be theatrical and dramatic and all that jazz, what a delight. Caroline is also well and truly owning her ballet past, a tactic to ward off ringer accusations from the beginning?
Clara and...Aljaz!
Another good partnership! It's always a good sign when your celeb partner runs around screaming when they're realised you're been put together. Loving Clara being a superfan and obsessed with her song choices and when you add the forever delightful Aljaz to the mix you have a couple to watch.
Ranvir and...Giovanni!
A slightly more left-field pairing, but mostly because Ranvir is very much an unknown quantity when it comes to dancing. Gio has worked so hard with his partners over the years to bring the best out of them, so let's see what he comes up with this time.
HRVY and...Janette!
I didn't see this one coming, but then again I'm barely aware of Harvey as a concept. He was also one of the surprises of the night in the group number. Could he reach the heights of Joe Sugg? There's a long way to go...
Jason and...Luba!
I did see this one coming, Luba is statuesque and awesome - these two could make some waves together! Also, I don't mean this in an insulting way, but Jason is the most American person ever. It's like he's a GI who's come to sell us nylons or something.
Jamie and...Karen?!
We all thought it would be Oti; I love Karen but this really feels like a missed opportunity. Saying that, I'm sure they'll get on like a house on fire. There's bound to be a lot of laughs along the way and I really hope Jamie gets to have the Strictly journey he deserves.
Nicola and...Katya!
The rumours were true and thank goodness for that! If there was a pro who could take on the innovation of the first same-sex partnership it's Katya. Nicola has a lot to give as a contestant and she's bound to put together some amazing routines for her. Get on it girls!
Jacqui and...Anton
I was shocked, SHOCKED I tell you, to hear Jacqui had been paired with Anton. I feel like we've been here a few times before, so should we predict an early exit?
Maisie and...Gorka!
Now this is an exciting pairing! These two look like they have the final written all over them and they're going to come at this competition full throttle. The big question is whether Maisie can overcome the ringer tab, but people are also so happy to have Gorka back that it is bound to help.
JJ and...Amy!
This is just lovely and they will spend all series being lovely together. I don't have much more to say at the moment really, although I'm hoping he gets something simple like a waltz to begin with. Also, Amy looks better blonde than Gorka does.
Bill and...Oti!
I did not anticipate this, mostly because I was obsessed with her dancing with Jamie. They do look like they're going to have a brilliant time though and I spied Bill doing some good moves with rhythm in the group number. Could they be this season's surprise?
Max and...Dianne!
Lucky Dianne, she's had quite the mix of partners over the years and now she's landed herself the male favourite for the year. He's always going to be in the shadow of Jay though and I hope they keep him away from the jive for a while.
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