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Holly Bishop

Shirley Ballas gives verdict on new Strictly hosts amid show shake up

Shirley Ballas has given her verdict on the new Strictly Come Dancing hosts as she revealed some of the “tweaks” the show has undergone.

Last month, it was announced that Emma Willis, Josh Widdicombe, and Johannes Radebe will be taking over from Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman, who left following the 2025 series.

Appearing on Good Morning Britain on Wednesday (10 June), Ballas said that all the judges are “very excited” for the new trio of presenters to join, whilst also stating that some of the celebrity contestants are “quite extraordinary”.

“New dancers, new presenters. I’ve even heard a lot that there was supposed to be a new set, but don't believe everything you read,” she teased.

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