FORGOTTEN HISTORY: 4 | History Defined

Zoe Ball speaks out about Strictly’s new hosts after losing gig to Emma Willis: ‘It’s what happens’

Ex BBC presenter originally auditioned to replace Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman

The Independent UK · Aug 27

Strictly Come Dancing 2026 launch date with three new hosts revealed

There’s not long to wait for BBC show’s return

The Independent UK · Aug 20

Strictly stars address cast changes after huge BBC shake-up for 2026

‘Strictly Come Dancing’ returns with new hosts and dancers in September

The Independent UK · Aug 19

Strictly Come Dancing reveals five new professional dancers in ballroom shake-up

A UK ballroom champion and Italian Latin dancing pro are among the line-up

The Independent UK · Jul 25

Josh Widdicombe recounts how he got ‘whacked’ in row over a plane seat

The comedian accidentally provoked the ire of a couple with particular views on plane etiquette

Evening Standard · Jul 24

Strictly Come Dancing star Josh Widdicombe ‘whacked’ by passenger in flight row

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The Independent UK · Jul 23

Strictly host Josh Widdicombe ‘whacked’ in row over plane seat

‘Strictly’ host got into some airplane beef – and we’re not talking about the in-flight meal

The Independent UK · Jul 23

Big Brother co-host Will Best becomes latest star to join Strictly Come Dancing 2026 lineup

He is best known for fronting the ITV reality series alongside AJ Odudu as well as hosting the Hits Radio Breakfast Show

The Independent UK · Jul 14

Strictly: It Takes Two boss quits ahead of format change for 2026 series to ‘freshen things up’

BBC companion show is reportedly set to become a vodcast this year

The Independent UK · Jul 9

Josh Widdicombe wrangles giant yellow ball on to boat for new TV show

The Strictly Come Dancing host is filming a new comedy show.

Evening Standard · Jun 19