Strictly fans shocked by Angela Rippon’s real age and say ‘she’s got better thighs than me’

STRICTLY fans have been left shocked by Angela Rippon's real age and jealous of her incredible legs.

The TV icon - who used to host Come Dancing - is one of the new batch of celebrities taking part in the 2023 series.

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Tonight saw the celebs paired with their professional partners, and Angela spoke to hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman while wearing a gold mini dress featured glittering fringing.

She completed the look with her ballroom shoes and glam make up.

Strictly viewers were shocked to learn she's 78, and took to X - formerly Twitter - and praised her youthful appearance.

One focused on Angela's toned legs and said: "How does Angela Rippon have better thighs than me at the age of 78?!"

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Another added: "Angela looks great!"

A third tweeted: "I tell you what, Angela Rippon's legs are UNBELIEVABLE!!"

Meanwhile a fourth shared: "Angela Rippon looks absolutely stunning.. And those legs!!!"

Angela has been paired with pro dancer Kai Widdrington and even he couldn't help but comment on her incredible pins.

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As they chatted about their partnership to Tess and Claudia, Kai, 28, said: "We've been getting on like a house on fire, look at those legs and feet...I mean they're absolutely fantastic."

Strictly airs Saturdays on BBC One and is available on BBC iPlayer.