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Strictly’s Jacqui Smith reveals stunning transformation after glitzy makeover in BBC show rehearsals

STRICTLY'S Jacqui Smith revealed her stunning transformation after a glitzy makeover during the show's rehearsals.

The UK's first female Home Secretary - who served from 2009 to 2009 under Labour's Gordon Brown - shared her new look with her 28.3k followers on Twitter.

Jacqui Smith showed off her stunning transformation on Twitter today
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Jacqui Smith showed off her stunning transformation on Twitter todayCredit: Twitter

Since joining the cast of this years popular BBC One dance competition, Jacqui has swapped her smart work attire and natural make-up for something a bit more glam.

The TV personality and broadcaster looked stunning with styled her hair in a middle parting and loose Hollywood curls.

She completed the look with flawless face make-up, a peachy coloured lip gloss, some sparkly eyeshadow and dramatic false lashes.

Jacqui told fans: "The @bbcstrictly wardrobe, hair and makeup teams are genius. Here’s a little tease of things to come!

The former economics teacher looked totally unrecognisable
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The former economics teacher looked totally unrecognisable Credit: Twitter
Jacqui is one of 12 celebrities taking part in Strictly Come Dancing this year
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Jacqui is one of 12 celebrities taking part in Strictly Come Dancing this year

"(Of course I look like this every weekend when recording @forthemanypod and that @IainDale is a fiend for the sequins"

Many of her followers couldn't get over how great she looked.

One replied to the selfie and said: "Jacqui! Wow! You’re always gorgeous, but you look ‘movie star’ here. I particularly love the light colour of your hair it’s very flattering. I’m so excited for this show. Our whole family is rooting for you already xx"

Another wrote: "How good do you feel Jacqui? You look good. You are on a spectacular journey.Enjoy."

Jacqui was forced to step down as Home Secretary after an expenses scandal in 2009
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Jacqui was forced to step down as Home Secretary after an expenses scandal in 2009Credit: Reuters

A third said: "Wow you look amazing. Looking forward to strictly."

While others were completely mesmerised by her deep blue eyes, with one saying: "The 'eyes' have it! You look amazing. Sooooo looking forward to Strictly."

Another Twitter user replied: "What lovely eyes you have."

A third added: "Wow look at those eyes"

Since standing down she has appeared on various current affairs talk shows
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Since standing down she has appeared on various current affairs talk shows Credit: Rex Features

Earlier this month it was confirmed that Jacqui was the 12th and final star to be taking part in Strictly's 18th series later this year.

Speaking about her upcoming stint on the show, she said: “I was speechless with excitement at being asked to join Strictly – and that’s very rare for me.

"50 years ago, I got a bronze medal for Scottish Highland Dancing and it feels about time to return to dancing.

“I couldn’t be in better hands with the Strictly team and I’m going to throw myself into the challenge. Watch out!”

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