Strictly Come Dancing spoilers follow.
Strictly Come Dancing co-hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman received a touching tribute from a famous fan during their final appearance on the show. As one couple lifted the famous Glitterball Trophy, it proved to be an emotional episode all around.
It was announced in October that Tess and Claudia, who have presented the long-running BBC series together since 2014, would be departing the show after the conclusion of the 23rd season.
Towards the end of Saturday's (20 December) episode, Tess and Claudia were greeted by judge Craig Revel Horwood, who read out a message from one of the show's most famous fans, Queen Camilla.
"Dear Tess and Claudia, as you prepare to take your final twirl, I just wanted to say thank you on behalf of the millions who watch you each week," began the emotional note.
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"I have often thought that Strictly is not so much a show about dancing as about friendships: the bonds forged, the struggles overcome and the joy shared in undertaking a joint endeavour.
"If that is true, then perhaps yours has been the greatest Strictly partnership of all. The warmth, compassion and sheer happiness you have radiated with and from each other has been at the heart of the show's success.
"I think I speak for everyone when I say you have been utterly fab-u-lous. I wish you both every success in wherever life’s journey takes you next. But as one who has appreciated its lifelong benefits, do promise us one thing: Keeeeeeeep dancing!"
The final itself was won by Karen Carney and Carlos Gu, with the pair triumphing over George Clarke and Amber Davies, who were partnered by Alexis Warr and Nikita Kuzmin, in a hotly contested showpiece event.
On the night, Amber and Nikita topped the leaderboard with 118 points out of 120 from their three routines, with the other two pairings following closely behind on 117 points apiece.
Strictly Come Dancing airs on Saturdays on BBC One, while spin-off Strictly: It Takes Two airs on weeknights on BBC Two. Both shows are available to stream on BBC iPlayer.
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