Karen Hauer, 39, looked unrecognisable as the Strictly Come Dancing beauty revealed a big transformation. The professional dancer debuted her new look just days before the BBC show launch.

Karen's hair is much blonder now. Needless to say, fans were left obsessed with her post-hairdresser selfie, with one writing: "Your hair looks fantastic Karen!" ...

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