Strictly Come Dancing pairings confirmed during series launch

The episode saw Anton Du Beke make his debut as a full-time judge and receive a standing ovation from the studio audience.

John Whaite and Johannes Radebe (BBC/PA)

Great British Bake Off star John Whaite has been paired with Johannes Radebe as part of the first all-male couple on Strictly Come Dancing.

Saturday night’s series launch saw the 15 celebrity contestants discover which of the professional partners they will be training and performing with during their time on the BBC One show.