Joy to the twirled

STRICTLY Come Dancing host Tess Daly says tonight's final I will be both unmissable and unpredictable as she gives her verdicts on the four finalists.

- JANINE YAQOOB

Comedian Chris McCausland, Miranda actress Sarah Hadland, Love Island star Tasha Ghouri and JLS singer JB Gill will all battle it out for the Glitterball.

Chris, the first blind person to compete on the BBC show, is the hot favourite to win with 1/20 odds. And Tess, 55, says it has been a vintage year as the show marks its 20th anniversary.

"It genuinely feels like this final is going to be unmissable as it's just so unpredictable," she said.

"None of us can guess who's going to be lifting that Glitterball trophy. It's literally anyone's game and it's all down to the public vote.

"This series has been full of joy... it's been emotional at times but most of all, the dancing has been phenomenal."

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Tess added: "I have really loved getting to know the celebrities and love that they've brought their personalities to the dances." Impressed by the remaining celebrities and their partners, Tess heaped praise on JB, 38, for his progress and how he has dealt with losing Amy Dowden, 34, through injury. She was replaced by Lauren Oakley, 33.

"JB... what a sweetheart," Tess said "He has taken everything in his stride. He built up all the technique and groundwork with Amy and then went on to receive his first perfect 40 with Lauren.

"After every dance, he comes over with the biggest smile on his face and it's been wonderful to watch him flourish. He is so able and such a brilliant dancer.

"I love how he sells every routine and puts his heart into it." Next up is Chris, 47, and partner Dianne Buswell, 35, whose routines have wowed fans.

"Chris has had us all in stitches - and he's brought tears to our eyes all within about two minutes," said Tess.