The trio will present the 2026 edition of Strictly Come Dancing following the departure of Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman Emma Willis, Josh Widdicombe and Johannes Radebe have been announced as the new presenters of Strictly Come Dancing. They will begin hosting the BBC dancing competition when it returns this autumn for its 24th series. “Emma, Johannes and Josh’s chemistry is undeniable. There’s been so much speculation and hype, so I’m relieved we can share the news with the public at last!” said Kate Phillips, BBC’s Chief Content Officer. “I’d like to thank all the brilliant people we saw before making this tough decision. But the most beloved ballroom in the UK always leads the way, and in a Strictly first we have chosen three outstanding hosts to take up the mantle.” Radebe has featured as one of Strictly’s professional dancers for the previous seven series. Willis has presented numerous competition shows, including The Voice and Big Brother. As well as being a professional comedian, Widdicombe participated in the 2024 Christmas special of the dance competition. “Dancing the Charleston dressed as a penguin for the 2024 Christmas Special of Strictly remains my career high poin
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Former BBC weather presenter Carol Kirkwood says she found Strictly Come Dancing "terrifying" and would look for an escape route if she was first on. The 63-year-old, from Morar on the west coast of Scotland, said she did not say "yes"…
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Former BBC weather presenter Carol Kirkwood says she found Strictly Come Dancing "terrifying" and would look for an escape route if she was first on. The 63-year-old, from Morar on the west coast of Scotland, said she…
Read original at BBC →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? It takes two to tango. But…
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Former BBC weather presenter Carol Kirkwood says she found Strictly Come Dancing "terrifying" and would look for an escape route if she was first on. The 63-year-old, from Morar on the west coast of Scotland, said she did not say "yes"…
View source →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? It takes two to tango. But apparently it takes three…
View source →The trio will present the 2026 edition of Strictly Come Dancing following the departure of Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman Emma Willis, Josh Widdicombe and Johannes Radebe have been announced as the new presenters of Strictly Come Dancing.…
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