Bette Midler to sing on 'Strictly'

Bette Midler is to perform on this weekend's Strictly Come Dancing.

The 63-year-old American singer and actress, who is currently promoting her Best Bette: Deluxe Edition LP, was confirmed by the BBC One show's official Twitter earlier today.

Saturday's quarter-final will feature the final four celebrities - Ali Bastian, Ricky Whittle, Chris Hollins and Laila Rouass - performing two dances.

It will also be the first show this year to include five judges. Ballet star Darcey Bussell will join the regular panel of Craig Revel Horwood, Len Goodman, Bruno Tonioli and Alesha Dixon.

Strictly continues this Saturday at 6.40pm on BBC One.

Check out a movie called "And Then She Found Me" for a heart-wrenching performance by Midler as a celebrity who was forced to give up her daughter for adoption when much younger.