The Latest Breaking News from Bruce Forsyth

Tess and Claudia have given Strictly the latest shock exit for a troubled show – but it’s not the death knell

COMMENT: The beloved presenting duo are leaving the ‘Strictly’ ballroom when the current season ends. Katie Rosseinsky looks at what their departure means for a show that’s been beset by troubles in recent years

The Independent UK · Oct 23, 2025

Rylan, Alison Hammond ... Bill Bailey? Who could possibly replace Claudia and Tess on Strictly?

Now that Winkleman and Daly have stepped down, the race is on to find new presenters of Strictly Come Dancing. We look at the runners and riders who will have a very tough job on their hands

The Guardian - UK · Oct 23, 2025

Who could replace Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman on Strictly Come Dancing?

The co-hosts, who have fronted the programme together since 2014, have said they are leaving the show at the end of the current series.

Evening Standard · Oct 23, 2025

Michael McIntyre sets sights on three NTAs after early win at the awards

His BBC programme, Michael McIntyre’s Big Show, won the Bruce Forsyth entertainment gong.

Evening Standard · Sep 10, 2025

Vernon Kay reveals his and Tess Daly’s unusual parenting style

BBC Radio 2 host and ‘Strictly’ presenter use rogue method to keep two daughters ‘guessing’

The Independent UK · Aug 30, 2025

Gary Lineker shortlisted for National Television Award after BBC exit

The former footballer left Match Of The Day in May.

Evening Standard · Aug 18, 2025

Paul Merton ‘honoured’ if he was the reason Bruce Forsyth got Strictly job

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The Independent UK · Jul 21, 2025

Paul Merton addresses rumour he got Bruce Forsyth job hosting Strictly

‘It wasn’t quite like that,’ the ‘Have I Got News For You’ star admitted

The Independent UK · Jul 21, 2025

Tess Daly almost missed MBE after letter sent to wrong address

‘Strictly Come Dancing’ presenter said ‘kind’ person tracked her down after letter went to wrong address

The Independent UK · Jun 14, 2025

Strictly co-host Tess Daly made MBE for services to broadcasting

The 56-year-old has been recognised alongside her Strictly Come Dancing co-host Claudia Winkleman.

Evening Standard · Jun 13, 2025