Rylan Clark breaks silence after missing out on Strictly presenting role

Entertainment
20 May 2026 • 5:49 AM MYT
The Independent
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Rylan Clark breaks silence after missing out on Strictly presenting role

  • Rylan Clark revealed he was not selected for a presenting role on Strictly Come Dancing, despite being considered.
  • The BBC announced Johannes Radebe, Josh Widdicombe, and Emma Willis as the new presenters for the dancing show, commencing with the 2026 series.
  • Clark posted a humorous video of himself crying after the announcement but genuinely congratulated the newly appointed trio.
  • Strictly professional dancer Dianne Buswell and head judge Shirley Ballas were among many who expressed excitement and pride for the new presenting line-up.
  • Former presenters Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman, who are set to depart in October 2025, also praised their successors, describing them as "the ultimate trio" and "magnificent".

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