Former Tory MP and Reform UK spokesperson, Ann Widdecombe, who has died aged 78, appeared in a whole host of reality TV shows, giving us some of telly's most memorable moments

Ann Widdecombe, the former MP and MEP who also featured on Strictly Come Dancing, has died aged 78, her representative has said.

Her death was confirmed by her spokesperson on Friday morning - she was first elected to Parliament under Margaret Thatcher in 1987 before rising through the ranks

She was a long-time presence in parliament

The vocal champion of Brexit also appeared on Strictly and Celebrity Big Brother

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The vocal champion of Brexit also appeared on Strictly and Celebrity Big Brother

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Former Tory MP and Reform UK spokesperson, Ann Widdecombe, who has died aged 78, appeared in a whole host of reality TV shows, giving us some of telly's most memorable moments

Sure, she had made me laugh during her legendary stint on Strictly, but I'll admit that some of the comments she'd made in the past had raised a brow.

Strictly Come Dancing judge, Anton Du Beke, was partnered with former Tory MP and Reform UK spokesperson, Ann Widdecombe, on the BBC series back in 2010

Piers Morgan reflected on Ann Widdecombe's 'harrowing' final moments in a devastating tribute after her death at 78.

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The former Tory minister, known for opposing abortion and gay rights , was a regular target for left-wing campaigners and activists, who disagreed with her forthright, socially…

Strictly Come Dancing star Craig Revel Horwood shared a heartfelt post to social media honouring former politician and contestant Ann Widecombe following her death

The former politician and Strictly Come Dancing alum was due to speak on ITV Channel 5's Matt Allwright show, and communicated with a producer moments before her death