- Emma Willis, Josh Widdicombe, and Johannes Radebe have been officially confirmed as the new hosts of Strictly Come Dancing, replacing long-standing presenters Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman.
- The announcement follows months of speculation and a rigorous casting process that involved filmed auditions and chemistry tests to find a dynamic presenting team.
- The role is considered one of the biggest jobs in UK showbusiness, requiring a significant three-month annual commitment for the live and results shows.
- Other notable personalities, including Angela Scanlon, Rylan Clark, and Alison Hammond, were reportedly considered, while Zoe Ball and Alan Carr publicly ruled themselves out of contention.
- Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman made their final appearance in the ballroom during the 2025 series's grand final, which was recorded live one week before Christmas, receiving an emotional send-off.
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