Alexandra Mardell, who played Emma in the soap, has been partnered up with Kai Widdrington

Coronation Street star

Alexandra Mardell says she wants to perform well ahead of the Strictly Come

Dancing Christmas special

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she wants to perform well ahead of the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special. Alexandra

Alexandra said:

"It’s just been a real pleasure. I was very nervous on the first day but it’s been fantastic.”

Kai added:

“Alexandra is a joy to work with, it’s just so easy because when someone comes into the rehearsal room with such positivity every day

This year's festive special

will see CBeebies presenter George Webster dancing with professional Amy Dowden

Actor Larry Lamb

will dance with Nadiya Bychkova, DJ Rickie Haywood-Williams with Luba Mushtuk and podcaster Rosie Ramsey

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