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Zoe Ball responds to new Strictly presenters after shock BBC snub
The Radio broadcaster was one of the first to comment on the Strictly announcement welcoming new hosts Emma Willis, Josh Widdicombe and Johannes Radebe
Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly's Strictly Come Dancing replacements finally confirmed
Former Big Brother host Emma Willis takes over from Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly, who left the show in October last year
Strictly Come Dancing hosts 'confirmed' 7 months after Tess and Claudia's shock exit - report
Tess and Claudia announced their departure from the beloved BBC show in October 2025, after co-hosting the programme for 11 years together
Emma Willis hasn't aged a day with curly long hair in 20-year-old photo
The host of The Voice and Love is Blind UK is tipped to be the favourite for Strictly hosting duties – see her long hair in an unearthed photo from 2006
Zoe Ball nurses 'rejection' after missing out on Strictly Come Dancing host job
The former host of Strictly's spin-off, It Takes Two, spoke about missing out on the role in her latest podcast, Dig It with Jo Whiley and Zoe Ball
Tess Daly's fairytale wedding revisited amid shock split from Vernon Kay
The former Strictly Come Dancing presenter married the BBC Radio 2 DJ in 2003, but they announced their "amicable" split last week
Tess Daly and Vernon Kay announce shock split after 23 years of marriage
Tess Daly and Vernon Kay have confirmed that their marriage is coming to an end after 23 years together - see their statement hereStrictly 2026 line-up revealed – including the return of fan-favourites
Professionals previously cut from the show include Luba Mushtuk, Nadiya Bychkova, Karen Hauer, Gorka Marquez and Michelle Tsiakkas
Strictly's Gorka Marquez leaves fans devastated as he confirms huge change after 10 years
Gorka Marquez has been on Strictly Come Dancing since 2016, but the Spanish star has now confirmed he is departing the show
Why Michael Ball never married
The West End legend in a longtime relationship with journalist and presenter Cathy McGowan, but the pair never married
Carlos Gu 'devastated' following Strictly exits as he confirms own future on show
There's plenty of change for the next series of Strictly Come Dancing, but one thing that will remain the same is reigning champion Carlos Gu, and he spoke exclusively to HELLO!
Dame Arlene Phillips reveals surprising pick for the new Strictly host
The former Strictly Come Dancing star shares her thoughts on who should replace Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman on the hit BBC show
Carlos Gu reveals Karen Carney's surprising response to venture away from Strictly
Carlos Gu recently completed his first one-man show, and the Strictly champion was supported by dozens of friends, including dance partner Karen Carney
Angela Rippon, 81, 'kicked in the head' in series of terrifying muggings
The former Strictly Come Dancing contestant revealed she was mugged twice in the space of a year
Nadiya Bychkova's beloved former dance partner breaks silence after Strictly axe
Despite being part of Strictly Come Dancing since 2017, Nadiya Bychkova isn't returning with the show for its 2026 series, but she's been supported by a former dance partner
Dianne Buswell introduces baby son to Strictly dancers amid axing reports
The new mum, 36, reunited with Nancy Xu, Vito Coppola and Michelle Tsiakkas after welcoming her first son, Bowden, earlier this month
Strictly Come Dancing misses out on huge accolade for the first time in 8 years
The BBC show failed to receive a BAFTA TV nomination for the first time in almost a decade, despite previously winning the 'Entertainment' category
Nadiya Bychkova breaks silence after Strictly axe: 'This isn't the end'
Professional dancer Nadiya Bychkova has confirmed she is leaving beloved BBC show Strictly Come Dancing after nine years
Karen Hauer quits Strictly Come Dancing after 14 years – watch emotional video
The professional dancer welled up as she shared the news on Instagram
Dianne Buswell and Joe Sugg address confusion over newborn baby son's name
Strictly Come Dancing couple Dianne Buswell and Joe Sugg welcomed their baby boy this week, and the couple were quick to address confusion over their tot's name
Dianne Buswell and Joe Sugg announce birth of baby: 'Never felt a love like it'
Strictly Come Dancing power couple Dianne Buswell and Joe Sugg have announced the birth of their son – see the first adorable photos here
Simon Rimmer confuses fans following news of Karen Hauer's Strictly 'axe'
Sunday Brunch star Simon Rimmer has seemingly confirmed Karen Hauer's reported axe from Strictly Come Dancing as he shared a tribute to the star
Karen Hauer the latest Strictly professional dancer to be 'axed' amid 2026 series shake-up – details
Reports of a 2026 shake-up follow the shock news of last season, which saw long-time hosts Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly depart the show
Strictly star shares update on 'scary as hell' breast cancer battle
Dr Punam Krishan, who appeared on the BBC dance show in 2024, paid tribute to her husband Sandesh on their 15th wedding anniversary
Alex Kingston's cancer symptoms she mistook for ageing are not the only 'abnormal' signs, warns oncology surgeon
The actress and Strictly star is in remission from uterine cancer, but revealed she ignored signs from her body until she haemorrhaged on stage
The forgotten faces of 80s TV game shows – where are they now?
The 80s was an incredible decade for TV game shows, with the likes of Blind Date, Bullseye and Family Fortunes – but what happened to their hosts?
Fans surprised as Tess Daly makes surprise appearance on BBC show: 'Feels very weird'
Tess Daly stepped down last year from Strictly Come Dancing, and fans were surprised when the popular presenter made an appearance on a different BBC show
Strictly's Amy Dowden admits she almost gave up dancing on Lorraine
The Strictly professional was first diagnosed with breast cancer back in 2023 and underwent a second mastectomy at the end of last year
The Wanted singer Max George rushed to hospital following emergency operation
The Wanted singer, Max George, who starred in Strictly Come Dancing in 2020, took to social media to share an update with fans
Real reason that Alan Carr and Amanda Holden turned down Strictly presenting job
There are plenty of rumours about who will host Strictly Come Dancing following Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman's departure, but it won't be Alan Carr and Amanda Holden
Tess Daly ushers in 'welcome calm' in her 50s as she reflects on post-Strictly chapter
The former Strictly presenter beckons in a new eraZoe Ball reveals she'd 'love' to take over Strictly Come Dancing hosting duties
The BBC broadcaster and presenter hosted Strictly's spin-off, It Takes Two, for nearly ten years and competed as a contestant in 2005
Tonic Health influencer Sunna van Kampen has a famous Strictly Come Dancing wife
The nutrition influencer has a very glamorous other half, with whom he resides in Devon with their two children, and she's no stranger to the spotlight
Strictly's Kevin Clifton shares heartbreaking loss following death of 'amazing' friend
Former Strictly professional Kevin Clifton has shared a touching tribute to his late friend, Jonathan Clough, after the former producer died from a brain tumour
Strictly star hospitalised in 'shocking' accident after being hit by a car
John Whaite is known for winning The Great British Bake Off and appearing on Strictly Come Dancing opposite Johannes Radebe
Strictly stars break silence after 'shock' of Dr Punam Krishan's cancer battle
Dr Punam Krishan competed on Strictly in 2024 with professional dance partner Gorka Marquez, who flooded her with support after her diagnosis
Meet Angela Scanlon's two mini-me daughters and entrepreneur husband
The One Show star will be competing alongside 11 other contestants on Lord Sugar's The Celebrity Apprentice Christmas specials in aid of BBC Children in Need
Strictly fans think they've worked out who the new host is - do you approve?
Since Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman announced their departure from Strictly, speculation has been rife about their replacement
Strictly Christmas Special star receives 'greatest gift' after achieving full marks
TV personality Scarlett Moffatt, best known for appearing on Channel 4's Gogglebox, called her Strictly Christmas Special win the "greatest gift"
Strictly Come Dancing Christmas Special 2025 – celebrity contestants, timings and more
The festive special marks Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly's final episode after hosting the show together for over a decade