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Shirley Ballas defends new Strictly presenting trio: ‘The BBC has really got this right’

Three presenters are set to replace the outgoing duo of Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly

The Independent UK

Your mum loves him… Josh Widdicombe is the Strictly wild card who can help revive this embattled show

TV: Many fans will be scratching their heads over the comic’s casting, writes Isobel Lewis. But his particular brand of awkward comedy could be perfect for a series in need of a bold revamp

The Independent UK

New Strictly hosts given unique honour following major announcement

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Blackpool Tower lights up for Strictly Come Dancing’s three new hosts

Emma Willis, Johannes Radebe, and Josh Widdicombe were confirmed as Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly’s replacements on Tuesday

The Independent UK

Blackpool Tower lit up with the names of new Strictly Come Dancing presenters

Johannes Radebe, Josh Widdecombe and Emma Willis are the new trio.

Evening Standard

Rylan Clark ‘cries’ in hilarious reaction video to missing out on Strictly Come Dancing hosting job

The 37-year-old won’t be waltzing his way into a presenting role on ‘Strictly’

The Independent UK

‘This wasn’t my time sadly’: Rylan reveals he was turned down for Strictly role

Former professional dancer Johannes Radebe, comedian Josh Widdecombe and presenter Emma Willis are the new presenters of the BBC dancing show.

Evening Standard

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Strictly dancer Dianne Buswell says presenting role is ‘made for true star’ Johannes Radebe

South African performer Radebe was announced as one of the dancing programme’s new hosts alongside Emma Willis and comedian Josh Widdicombe on Tuesday

The Independent UK

The unlikely presenting combos in TV history as Strictly hosts revealed: Perfect pairs and mismatched couples

As the new Strictly trio prepare to take on their new roles, we take a look back at some unlikely presenting combos across British TV

The Independent UK

Strictly dancer Dianne Buswell: Presenting role is ‘made for’ Johannes Radebe

South African performer Radebe was announced as one of the dancing programme’s new hosts alongside Emma Willis and comedian Josh Widdicombe.

Evening Standard

Perfect pairs and mismatched couples – unlikely presenting combos in TV history

As the new trio of Strictly Come Dancing hosts have been announced, we look back on some of the other unlikely presenting combos.

Evening Standard

‘A potential stroke of genius’: could the new hosts save Strictly Come Dancing?

From superfan Emma Willis to the all-round loveliness of Johannes Radebe, the new presenting trio are rumoured to have great chemistry. Will it be enough to rescue the ailing franchise?

The Guardian - UK

Emma Willis confirmed as new Strictly host - 8 signs she's perfect for the job

The Voice UK presenter will be joined by Josh Widdicombe and Johannes Radebe this Autumn as they step into Tess and Claudia's shoes

Woman & Home

Emma Willis, Josh Widdicombe and Johannes Radebe announced as new Strictly Come Dancing hosts

The trio will present the 2026 edition of Strictly Come Dancing following the departure of Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman

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The Independent UK

Strictly Come Dancing announces trio of new hosts for next series

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Strictly Come Dancing announces Emma Willis, Josh Widdicombe and Johannes Radebe as new hosts

Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman’s replacements have finally been announced

The National (Scotland)

Strictly's new hosts confirmed as Emma Willis, Josh Widdicombe and Johannes Radebe

The BBC has confirmed that Strictly Come Dancing’s new hosts are Emma Willis, Josh Widdicombe and Johannes Radebe

The Independent UK

Emma Willis is bracingly honest and has serious mettle – she is the perfect star to steer Strictly into a new era

TV: As the ‘Love is Blind’ host is finally confirmed as one part of the new presenting lineup, Katie Rosseinsky explores why she can bring good rapport and real emotion to one of the biggest jobs in UK showbusiness

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Evening Standard

Strictly Come Dancing: Emma Willis, Josh Widdicombe and Johannes Radebe to host

The trio will take over from Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman.

Evening Standard

How Tess Daly and Vernon Kay will split huge fortune as pals say divorce 'not amicable'

Friends claimed Daly is ‘seething’ with Kay and that their split is not as friendly as their joint statement makes out

Evening Standard

Josh Widdicombe drops major Strictly hint after 'being offered hosting job alongside Emma Willis'

The comedian, 43, impressed BBC bosses with his ‘deadpan wit’ during the auditions

The Independent UK

Josh Widdicombe says Strictly Come Dancing appearance was ‘worst day of my career’

Comedian is tipped to become one of the new hosts of the popular reality TV show

Evening Standard

Tess Daly and Vernon Kay split not 'amicable', friends claim amid 'ghost of Page 3 model in marriage'

A member of Daly and Kay's friendship circles has reportedly said that they’d happily decided to call an end to their marriage was ‘c**p’

Evening Standard

Josh Widdicombe 'offered Strictly Come Dancing host role alongside Emma Willis'

Comedian reportedly offered presenter role on hit BBC dance show - to a mixed reaction from fans

The Independent UK

Fleur East admits to being ‘bothered’ by missing out on Strictly hosting job

‘I’ve kind of lied to myself that I’d be all right with not doing it or not being considered,’ the ‘It Takes Two’ presenter said – amid rumours that Emma Willis has secured the job

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