New Strictly Hosts React to Landing Dream Presenting Job
Emma Willis and her new co-hosts joked about their nerves as BBC bosses unveiled a first-time trio to lead Strictly.
- On Tuesday, the BBC unveiled broadcaster Emma Willis, comedian Josh Widdicombe, and professional dancer Johannes Radebe as the new hosts for Strictly Come Dancing, replacing Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman.
- The broadcaster conducted a months-long search for successors, with stars like Rylan Clark and Zoe Ball reportedly in the running, ultimately selecting three presenters instead of the traditional two-person team.
- In behind-the-scenes videos shared Wednesday, the trio admitted their nerves, with Widdicombe joking the series will be an "absolute disaster" and Willis noting her stomach felt like it was "flipping".
- Channel 4 confirmed Widdicombe will remain on The Last Leg, noting that filming schedules for the two programmes do not clash, allowing him to appear in both shows.
- Head judge Shirley Ballas praised the BBC's decision, jokingly declaring the show needed a "facelift" and expressing optimism that the new lineup brings freshness to the institution.
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