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Strictly Come Dancing Fans in Tears Moments Into Final After Tess Daly Reaction

Queen Camilla praised Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman for their partnership on Strictly Come Dancing in a heartfelt letter read during their final live show.

  • On December 20, 2025, Queen Camilla sent a thank-you letter to Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman, shared on air during the Strictly Come Dancing grand final, marking their last live show.
  • Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman announced earlier this year they would step down, saying the timing felt right, with Daly hosting since the BBC's Strictly Come Dancing began and Winkleman joining later.
  • Judge Craig Revel Horwood read a note introduced as from a 'super fan', later revealed as a letter from Queen Camilla praising their partnership and urging `Keeeeeeeep dancing!`
  • The hosts and judges delivered emotional tributes with the show's video tribute, as Tess Daly said, `Thank you so much all for your lovely words from the bottom of our hearts.`
  • Replacements have yet to be announced, and the presenting duo will appear in a pre-recorded Christmas special after their final live show.
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The Independent broke the news in London, United Kingdom on Saturday, December 20, 2025.
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