Strictly viewers have mixed feelings about new It Takes Two format

• Ellie Taylor made her presenting debut on the revamped Strictly Come Dancing spin-off show It Takes Two .
• Viewers expressed mixed reactions to a new format change that sees celebrity contestants appear without their professional dance partners.
• Taylor took over hosting duties for the 2026 series following the departure of former presenters Fleur East and Janette Manrara.
• Despite criticism regarding the absence of pro dancers, many fans praised Taylor's performance as host.
• The spin-off returned following the first live show of the series, where content creator John Nellis topped the leaderboard with a score of 31.

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