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Zoe Ball has ‘dreaded’ news about a family member confirmed during Who Do You Think You Are? appearance

The presenter was given some information about her grandmother that left her very emotional

Woman & Home

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

Evening Standard

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

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Fleur East admits to being ‘bothered’ by missing out on Strictly hosting job

‘I’ve kind of lied to myself that I’d be all right with not doing it or not being considered,’ the ‘It Takes Two’ presenter said – amid rumours that Emma Willis has secured the job

The Independent UK

Emma Willis 'on the mend' after starting therapy as Strictly hosting role 'confirmed'

The presenter, 50, is thought to have been offered one of the hosting roles on Strictly

Evening Standard

Strictly pro Johannes Radebe could be the show’s newest presenter after becoming late frontrunner

The professional dancer is reportedly joining Emma Willis as a presenter on the show

The Independent UK

Strictly pro Johannes Radebe 'set for unique hosting role alongside Emma Willis' after 'incredible audition'

The 39-year-old South African dancer - who joined Strictly in 2018 - ‘impressed bosses with his chemistry tests’

Evening Standard

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Bad luck Ball. Work rejection grief hurts like hell – here’s how to stop it spiralling into a crisis

IN FOCUS: The radio presenter has revealed that she’s out of the running to present ‘Strictly Come Dancing’ – and has admitted that she is ‘grieving’ a lost opportunity. Katie Rosseinsky asks the experts about why career grief can hit so hard, and how we can turn it around

The Independent UK

Zoe Ball hints 'multiple people' will host Strictly after getting rejected from role

The 55-year-old dropped a major hint about the ‘fabulous’ new presenters of the BBC dance competition

Evening Standard

Zoe Ball out of the running for Strictly Come Dancing presenting role

The broadcaster said she has been grieving the rejection.

Evening Standard

Zoe Ball feels 'grief' and 'rejection' after failing to land Strictly hosting role

After hinting she might've been given the coveted position, the presenter is no longer in the running

Woman & Home

Zoe Ball reacts to Strictly hosting snub after months of rumours

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The Independent UK

Zoe Ball confirms she didn’t get Strictly host job: ‘The right decision has been made’

‘I have worked through the seven stages of grief and rejection over the last couple of days,’ she reportedly said

The Independent UK

Zoe Ball shares 'grief and rejection' over Strictly hosting snub - as other candidates 'left sobbing'

Ball spoke out after Emma Willis was reportedly confirmed as one of the new Strictly hosts

Evening Standard

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Jo Whiley's son gave her the sweetest gift that's left listeners in tears - it's such a good idea to show someone you care

Jo’s son’s gesture was so creative and thoughtful, and has left listeners in 'happy tears'

The Independent UK

Surprise candidate emerges as frontrunner for new Strictly host

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The Independent UK

Former Strictly contestant could host 2026 series as four frontrunners emerge

BBC star could be waltzing from dancefloor to presenter spotlight after becoming ‘surprise hit’ in auditions

The Independent UK

Sara Cox, the Scott Mills replacement who’ll bring edge and warmth to breakfast radio

IN FOCUS: The Bolton-born DJ was the obvious choice for a reason, writes Rachel McGrath

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The Independent UK

Strictly: It Takes Two format ‘to be refreshed’ for 2026 series

Companion show will reportedly undertake massive transformation – and have new hosts

Woman & Home

Did Zoe Ball just ‘confirm’ role as new Strictly host? Presenter drops biggest hint she’s landed the job

The star teased 'glamorous' new project while friend Jo Whiley strongly suggests it's Strictly-related

Woman & Home

‘I felt unhinged and out of control’: Jo Whiley reflects on her body's reaction to high levels of cortisol

The presenter also discusses the 'myth' of detoxing from cortisol and how she struggles to find a way to manage symptoms

Woman & Home

Zoe Ball shares the real story behind 'iconic' 90s wedding day photo: 'It sums up who I was'

It wasn’t just Zoe who reminisced on the photo - her ex-husband left a sweet comment

The Independent UK

Zoe Ball hints at ‘glamorous’ new gig as Strictly host rumours fly

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The Independent UK

Zoe Ball drops huge hint that she’s the new Strictly Come Dancing host

BBC star is in the running for ‘Strictly’ presenting job after departures of Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly

Woman & Home

Amanda Holden's incredible garden transformation is a Californian dream brought to life in sunny Surrey

The radio and TV star brings a slice of LA to Surrey with this paradise garden design filled with palm trees

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