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FORGOTTEN HISTORY: 2 - Caught on Camera

New Strictly host admits to second thoughts before accepting role

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The Independent UK

Josh Widdicombe nearly turned down chance to audition for Strictly presenter role

‘When I started out in stand-up, no one foresaw this,’ comedian said

The Independent UK

Strictly’s Johannes says he is not hanging up his dancing shoes yet

Johannes Radebe will take over from Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman to present Strictly alongside Emma Willis and Josh Widdicombe.

Evening Standard

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Zoe Ball explains why she’s ‘glad’ she didn’t get Strictly Come Dancing hosting role

Radio star was in the running to join BBC show’s presenting team

The Independent UK

New Strictly Come Dancing presenters make first public appearance as trio at Chelsea Flower Show

Emma Willis, Josh Widdicombe and Johannes Radebe visited the London garden show on Friday

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

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

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New Strictly hosts given unique honour following major announcement

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The Independent UK

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

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

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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.

The Guardian - UK

‘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?

Woman & Home

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

The Guardian - UK

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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The Independent UK

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

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

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

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

The Traitors India is now on BBC iPlayer. Is it worth watching?

While the show’s core mechanics remain unchanged, the casting and tone mark a significant departure from the British version hosted by Claudia Winkleman

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