Rocking around the Christmas dancefloor! Sexy Santa Charlie Brooks shows off her moves on Strictly festive special
By Sarah Bull
Last updated at 12:01 AM on 3rd December 2011
She's been working hard to master the tricky dance moves ahead of the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special.
And it seems EastEnders star Charlie Brooks' time in training has paid off, judging by pictures of the pretty blonde strutting her stuff on the dancefloor on the one-off festive episode.
The 30-year-old screen star donned a sexy Mrs Claus outfit as she joins partner Vincent Simone to perform an energetic routine for judges Alesha Dixon, Len Goodman, Bruno Tonioli and Craig Revel-Horwood.
Christmas treat: EastEnders actress Charlie Brooks dons a sexy Santa outfit for the Strictly Come Dancing festive special
Rocking around the Christmas tree! Charlie and dance partner Vincent Simone performed the Jive to Santa Claus Is Coming To Town
Teaming her red and white fur-trimmed dress with a matching Christmas hat, Charlie looks confident as she bounds around the dancefloor for the performance.
Talking about appearing on the programme previously, Charlie, who is mother to three-year-old daughter Kiki, said: 'I'm a massive fan and there's no way my daughter would have let me turn down this opportunity to be on the show!'
Other stars taking part in the Christmas special, set to air on BBC One on Christmas Day include Su Pollard, Blue singer Simon Webbe, former Coronation Street actress Deborah Stephenson and former boxer Barry McGuigan.
Cha cha slide! Charlie looks delighted as she successfully finishes the energetic routine
Glitz and glamour: Tess Daly and Bruce Forsyth host the special, also starring Deborah Stephenson, Simon Webbe, Sue Pollard and Barry McGuigan
While Charlie looked cute and festive in her outfit, Hi-De-Hi legend Su had something of a frock horror in her outfit, which consisted of a green leotard-type top and frilly tutu-style skirt.
Her later outfit of a pretty white gown was much more chic, however, as she and Anton Du Beke performed the Foxtrot to Bing Crosby's White Christmas.
Asked about the programme, Su said recently: 'Strictly Come Dancing is strictly must-see Christmas Day television. I'm hoping to wow the judges and the viewers with my utter exuberance and prowess!'
Frock horror! Hi-De-Hi star Sue Pollard's ghastly green outfit does little to flatter her figure
Much better: But her chic white dress looks stunning as she performs on the special
Meanwhile, former Coronation Street actress Deborah looked stunning in her plunging silver beaded gown, as she and partner Ian Waite danced the American Smooth to Baby It's Cold Outside.
With her sleek brunette hair styled into a retro style curly 'do, Deborah looked every inch the glamorous pin-up as she impressed the judges with her dancing ability.
Talking about the show before taking part, Deborah said: 'I'm a really big fan of Strictly Come Dancing. I'm very excited to be on the Christmas special and I can't wait to get my dancing shoes on!'
Sexy in silver: Former Coronation Street actress Deborah appeared to be having a ball with partner Ian Waite
Cuddling up: The duo ended their routine on a red velvet chaise longue
Talking about taking part in the show before filming the episode, McGuigan said: 'I'm looking forward to Strictly Come Dancing, it's a challenge. I've always considered myself to have two left feet and I want to surprise myself!'
The show's other male contestant, Blue's Simon Webbe, poked fun at himself hitting the headlines as he and dance partner Katya Virshilas began their routine from behind a newspaper emblazoned with the headline 'Dancing The Christmas Blues Away'.
Here come the boys: Male talent was provided by former boxing champion McGuigan and Blue singer Webbe
Tongue in cheek: Simon and partner Katya began their routine from behind a mocked-up newspaper
Katya and Simon, wearing a silky purple shirt and black trousers, then performed the Cha Cha Cha to Merry Christmas Everybody.
Simon said: ''Strictly Come Dancing is one of my mum's favourite shows.
'It's always nice to learn something new, the dancing part of my brain is dormant and I want to wake it up. I also want to wear something tight and sparkly!'
Did you match your tan to your dress? Tess Daly shone in a feathered nude gown alongside Forsyth
Glamour was also provided by host Tess Daly, as she donned a feathered nude gown while presenting the show with legendary presenter Bruce Forsyth.
Last year's special was won by John Barrowman and dance partner Kristina Rihanoff.
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