Strictly’s Christmas Special will see the show mark another first in its 20th year – its first drag queen competitor.
Tayce, from Newport in south Wales, reached the final of Ru Paul’s Drag Race UK in 2020 and is now setting his sights on a festive glitterball trophy.
Partnered with dance professional Kai Widdrington, he is up against celebrity rivals such as comedian Josh Widdicombe, presenter and fitness expert Vogue Williams, Gladiator and Olympian Harry Aikines-Aryeetey, actress Tamzin Outhwaite and racing driver and TV presenter Billy Monger.
Tayce said he was proud to be the first drag artist to take part on the series and was taking a stand against those who might criticise the move.
