SHOCKING: 2 - What They Never Told You

Richard Osman explains how he would fix new era of Strictly Come Dancing

Former BBC host addressed teething issues after first live episode with three new host

The Independent UK · Sep 29

Emma Willis urged to host Strictly with husband Matt after Josh Widdicombe backlash

Josh Widdicombe faced criticism over his presenting skills, with fans pointing out live errors

Evening Standard · Sep 29

This Morning presenter admits she ‘burst out crying’ after failed Strictly audition

Presenter said she had no hard feelings about losing out on the role but ‘wanted to impress so much’ it left her feeling overwhelmed

The Independent UK · Sep 29

Josh Widdicombe breaks silence after 'disgusting' comments about his Strictly presenting skills

The comedian, 43, faced a barrage of insults over his hosting skills on Strictly’s first live show

Evening Standard · Sep 27

Strictly Come Dancing review: New host Josh Widdicombe is a problem the show needs to solve

3/5 The dance competition’s new trio are finding their collective feet, but comedian Widdicombe needs to tone down his comedic impulses if he wants this to work

The Independent UK · Sep 26

Social media star John Nellis tops Strictly leaderboard after first live show

The football content creator and his partner Katya Jones wowed the judges during week one with their foxtrot to Alex Warren’s Ordinary.

Evening Standard · Sep 26

Strictly judges ‘stunned’ as they declare unexpected celebrity ‘the best dance of the night’

YouTube star John Nellis topped the leaderboard during Saturday’s first live show

The Independent UK · Sep 26

Strictly Come Dancing couples step onto ballroom floor for first live show

The BBC One dance programme kicked off on Saturday night with a dazzling number performed by the Strictly professionals to Joy by Raye.

Evening Standard · Sep 26

Strictly Come Dancing 2026: Cach Mercer dealt harsh blow as judges tell him to ‘learn the rules’ in first live show

A surprise star topped the season’s first leaderboard, setting the bar high for the rest of the series

The Independent UK · Sep 26

Strictly 2026: Who is favourite to win after latest elimination?

A soap star is now the frontrunner to win the BBC show

Evening Standard · Sep 26