Strictly's Dianne Buswell marks show return with 'first glam of the year' photo teasing launch show

It's a big weekend for Strictly Come Dancing fans as the long-running BBC series returns with its 23rd season on Saturday (19 September), with Emma Willis, Josh Widdicombe and Johannes Radebe all making their hosting debuts.

The launch show also sees our 15 contestants learn the identity of their professional partner, with Dianne Buswell being just one of the dancers that the celebrities could be paired up with.

The Australian dancer is certainly excited about the return of the series, with the star sharing a glamorous photo on Instagram as she prepared for her 10th year as a Strictly professional.

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"The first Strictly glam of the year! Disclaimer I certainly do not look like this at home right now. Launch show is less than a week away. Who's my partner gonna be ?? (No spoilers) plzzzz & thank you," she wrote in the caption.

There were also plenty of comments from fans and followers, with fellow Strictly professional Amy Dowden writing: "Loves you xxx". Several others expressed their excitement for the new season, including who Dianne would be paired with.

"Oh this look is so beautiful!!! Can't believe Strictly season is less than a week away now, can't wait to see who your partner is!!" wrote another fan, with Dianne responding: "going to be fun."

"Ahh can't wait to find out! Looking forward to supporting you for the 10th year! That's crazy!" added another fan, while a third commented: "SO excited to see who you're partnered with!!!! also can't believe this will be your 10th year ahhhhh."

While the exact nature of the pairings will be revealed on Saturday, one of the famous faces that Dianne could be paired with is Lacey Turner, the actor who is best known for her role as Stacey Slater on EastEnders.

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Despite being used to acting in front of a camera, the star has shared that Strictly is a different kettle of fish in this regard, teasing: "I'm excited to learn something new and to be a part of this whole glittery shenanigan."

"But I am absolutely terrified and hoping that will go once I'm in the training room and I can get into it," she added. "I'm going to create a character that I can play on a Saturday night, as that's the only way I'll get out there I think!"

Strictly Come Dancing returns on BBC One and BBC iPlayer on Saturday 19 September.

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