The live show has finally returned to our screens after two weeks of intense training, with 15 celebrities ready to battle it out for the coveted glitterball trophy.
But it was host Tess Daly who took centre-stage on Strictly Come Dancing on Friday night, as she dazzled in a shimmering purple column gown.
Stealing the Strictly spotlight in her beaded creation, the 48-year-old looked chic alongside co-host Claudia Winkleman who rocked a sharp black and white jumpsuit.
