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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

The Independent UK

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

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

The Independent UK

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

Woman & Home

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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

The Independent UK

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

Woman & Home

Alison Hammond does complete U-turn on Strictly claims after saying she turned down presenting offer

‘This Morning’ host said she ‘isn’t too busy’ to host BBC series after all

The Independent UK

Monty Don candidly recalls why he 'practically needed a bodyguard' after confessing his dislike for one hugely popular plant

After revealing which plant he dislikes the most, the gardening guru left the gardening community divided

Woman & Home

Who will host Strictly Come Dancing? New favourite emerges after Alison Hammond turns down role

BBC executives are weighing up their next presenting line-up following the departure of Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman

Evening Standard

Alison Hammond finally addresses Strictly Come Dancing hosting speculation

The This Morning presenter was one of several names linked to take over hosting duties from former show hosts Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly

Evening Standard

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The Independent UK

Alison Hammond reveals she turned down Strictly Come Dancing hosting role

Hammond was one of several names mooted to take over from Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly

Woman & Home

Do you secretly love cancelled plans? Jo Whiley and Zoe Ball share joy at being ‘boring’

Don't worry if you feel utter relief at not having to go out and your house is your favourite place - you're in good company

Woman & Home

Monty Don’s unexpected 'stark naked' run-in with garden intruders has fans in stitches

The Gardeners’ World presenter certainly lived up to the idea of the Full Monty

The Independent UK

Timeline of events before Scott Mills sacked from BBC Radio 2

The DJ was abruptly taken off air last week over allegations relating to his personal conduct

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International Business Times UK

BBC Issues Grovelling Apology: Corporation Knew Of Scott Mills Allegations A Year Ago

The BBC has admitted it ignored a 2025 email raising safeguarding concerns about Radio 2 star Scott Mills, conceding it 'should have asked further questions' almost a year before his abrupt sacking over personal conduct.

International Business Times UK

14 Photos of Scott Mills and Sam Vaughan: Radio 2 DJ Reportedly Leans on Husband After 'Conduct' Axe

Scott Mills, host of BBC Radio 2 Breakfast, has been sacked following allegations about his personal conduct, putting the spotlight on his marriage to Sam Vaughan and their decade-long relationship.

The Independent UK

Who will replace Scott Mills as BBC Radio 2 breakfast show host?

BBC presenter was fired in March over historic allegations of serious sexual offences

Evening Standard

Scott Mills snubbed on Radio 2 as stand-in Gary Davies avoids mention in awkward Breakfast Show return

It has emerged Mills was reportedly investigated by police several years ago into alleged ‘serious sexual offences’ against a teenage boy but this was later dropped

The Independent UK

Scott Mills sacked latest: BBC apologises for failing to investigate claims against Radio 2 DJ last year

Journalist told corporation bosses of concerns but received no response

Evening Standard

Scott Mills sacked over ‘historic relationship’ allegation – report

The DJ has left the BBC.

Evening Standard

Dame Harriet Walter among stars in new series of Who Do You Think You Are?

The Bafta-winning genealogy show will return to BBC One this spring.

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