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STRICTLY Come Dancing's first ever winner has returned to the show for its 20th anniversary special.

The hit BBC One dancing show will mark the major milestone with a one-off episode looking back on Strictly's two decades on screens.

Natasha Kaplinsky won the first ever series with Brendan Cole
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Natasha Kaplinsky won the first ever series with Brendan ColeCredit: BBC
The newsreader returns for the show's special anniversary special
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The newsreader returns for the show's special anniversary specialCredit: BBC
Ed Balls also looks back at his memorable moments alongside Katya Jones
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Ed Balls also looks back at his memorable moments alongside Katya JonesCredit: BBC

Fans will be treated to reliving memorable performances as well as interactions with the judging panel, along with special guests.

In a brand new teaser trailer for the special, TV presenter and newsreader returns to screens.

Now 52, Natasha became Strictly's first ever all the way back in 2004, scooping 39 more votes than her opponent Christopher Parker.

Appearing in the trailer, Natasha said: "I feel very proud that I was the first person to lift up the glitterball."

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The 36-second advert, which played during tonight's finale, also featured 2018 finalist Joe Snugg with Dianne Buswell.

Former politician and Good Morning Britain anchor Ed Balls can also be seen reuniting with Katya Jones.

Strictly Come Dancing: 20 Fabulous Years will air next Saturday at 7pm on BBC One and iPlayer.

The programme was originally hosted by the late Sir Bruce Forsyth alongside Tess Daly.

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On the original judging lineup was the late Len Goodman, Craig Revel Horwood, Arlene Phillips and Bruno Tonioli.

In recent times Strictly has been under the spotlight over claims of inappropriate conduct against former pro dancers Giovanni Pernice and Graziano Di Prima.

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Strictly first kicked off back in 2004, and over the years has crowned 21 winners.

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