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Strictly judge says Shirley Ballas ‘failed’ to replicate Len Goodman’s ‘magic’ catchphrase

‘Without Len, I don’t think the show would have survived,’ BBC star said

The Independent UK

Bruce Forsyth refused to stand next to one Strictly Come Dancing judge

Anton Du Beke has revealed which Strictly Come Dancing Judge Sir Bruce Forsyth refused to stand next to - and why.

The Independent UK

Shirley Ballas gives verdict on ‘surprise’ new Strictly presenters

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

The Independent UK

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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

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

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

Claudia Winkleman finally reveals the reason she left Strictly Come Dancing

It is not known yet who will replace Winkelman and co-presenter Tess Daly, who both left the show last year

Evening Standard

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Tess Daly returns to TV for first time since Strictly exit for stint on The One Show

The presenter, 56, left ‘Strictly’ last year after 21 years

The Independent UK

Claudia Winkleman: Inside the private life of The Traitors’ presenter ahead of the show's January return

The Traitors returns at 8pm on New Year's Day on BBC One and BBC iPlayer

Evening Standard

‘Pure magic!’ Farewell Tess and Claudia, the power couple who were Strictly’s life and soul

The trailblazing female duo’s days of effortlessly holding the BBC dance competition together are over. They open up on the joy of working together

The Guardian - UK

Biggest showbiz stories of 2025: From Coldplay’s KissCam to Katy Perry in space

In April, pop star Katy Perry was a part of the six-woman crew on Jeff Bezos’s Blue Origin rocket who embarked on a trip to space.

Evening Standard

James Jordan backs Vernon Kay to take over Strictly role from wife Tess Daly

The professional dancer also tipped Zoe Ball and Bradley Walsh.

Evening Standard

Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman in tearful sign-off from Strictly Come Dancing

The final marked the duo’s last live episode of the show.

Evening Standard

Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly to host their final live Strictly show

Their final appearance as a presenting pair on Strictly will be in the pre-recorded Christmas special.

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Claudia Winkleman tears up over Strictly Come Dancing exit as fans worry about the show’s future

Judges Shirley Ballas, Craig Revel Horwood, Anton Du Beke and Motsi Mabuse surprised the presenters with a highlights reel

The Independent UK

Strictly hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman receive special message from Bruce Forsyth’s widow

The presenters will say farewell to the ballroom at this year’s grand final

Evening Standard

Tess Daly becomes emotional as Sir Bruce Forsyth's widow sends message ahead of Strictly departure

‘I know he would be so proud of you,’ Lady Wilnelia Forsyth told the presenter

The Independent UK

Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman make confession about their final Strictly episode

Daly says that she genuinely hasn’t had time to think about her and Winkleman’s impending exit

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Evening Standard

Strictly Come Dancing co-host Claudia Winkleman says finale will be ’emotional’

Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly announced last month they will be leaving the BBC dancing competition at the end of the year.

The Independent UK

Tess Daly fights back tears as emotional Bruce Forsyth tribute marks end to Strictly journey

Strictly Come Dancing host Tess Daly fought back tears as an emotional montage showing her best moments with Sir Bruce Forsyth played on It Takes Two on Tuesday (9 December).

Evening Standard

The colourful life of Kirsty Gallacher, from her health struggles to divisive family ties

As Kirsty Gallacher is banned from driving for a second time, we look back on the TV presenter’s storied past

The Independent UK

Kevin Clifton addresses Strictly Come Dancing host rumours

The professional dancer said his girlfriend Stacey Dooley would be an ‘amazing’ replacement for Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman

Evening Standard

Kevin Clifton says Stacey Dooley would be ‘amazing’ Strictly Come Dancing host

The couple met when they danced together on the show in 2018.

The Independent UK

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 Guardian - UK

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

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