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Claudia Winkleman Explains Why She Really Left Strictly Come Dancing in First Statement

Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly left Strictly Come Dancing by choice, citing the show's need for new presenters despite recent scandals affecting some dancers.

  • Claudia Winkleman has said she and Tess Daly chose to leave Strictly Come Dancing, denying the show's controversies influenced their decision.
  • Deciding together, the pair said they chose to leave about a year earlier, wanting to depart `on an absolute high`.
  • Following the farewell, Claudia said partners and children were present, and she described the goodbye as emotional while planning dinner with the production team.
  • Bosses are considering who will replace Claudia Winkleman, TV presenter, as speculation grows over potential replacements like Emma Willis and Zoe Ball before her BBC One show begins on March 13.
  • Past investigations showed several allegations against Strictly professionals, including claims of physical and verbal abuse, which led to their removal, and an external probe found no evidence of drug use.
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The Independent (US) broke the news in United States on Friday, February 27, 2026.
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