Watch Peter Kay and Dannii in Christmas M&S ad

Watch Peter Kay and Dannii in Christmas M&S ad (Image credit: Suzan/EMPICS Entertainment)

Peter Kay is the surprise guest joining the Marks & Spencer models for this year's Christmas campaign. The comic joins stars including Dannii Minogue, Twiggy, Lisa Snowdon and Jamie Redknapp for a dance-themed clothing campaign, while actress Caroline Quentin will front a series of Christmas food ads. Peter is in charge of the celebrity-packed dance troupe, choreographing a medley of dances to the Bee Gees' classic You Should Be Dancing. M&S is also launching a dedicated online Christmas site with Myleene Klass showcasing a series of Christmas videos for the retailer's own TV channel. The television ads screen from Wednesday. M&S executive director for marketing Steve Sharp said: "This is one of the best Christmas campaigns we've ever put together. "It is very glamorous and lots of fun, truly capturing the spirit of the Christmas party season. I think our customers will really enjoy it. It's impossible to watch without tapping your feet to it."

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