"Willis, who fronted Big Brother on its move to Channel 5, said: "It's no secret that I'm a huge fan of Strictly - I've cheered and danced along from my sofa for years - so to be stepping into the Strictly ballroom is something I can't quite comprehend. It's impossible to fill the shoes that Tess and Claudia have left behind - two wonderful, iconic women who have been the beating heart of Strictly for so long. I can only hope that we are able to help to steer the ship as beautifully as they have, into this new chapter.""
"Radebe, who joined Strictly as a pro in 2018, said: "To be returning to Strictly Come Dancing in this new role is beyond anything I ever imagined. This show has always stood for joy, heart, and togetherness, and I feel deeply honoured to now help carry that magic forward. To do it alongside the formidable Emma Willis and the""
Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman are leaving the BBC show, and their hosting roles are being filled for Strictly Come Dancing in September 2026. Emma Willis, Josh Widdicombe, and Johannes Radebe have been confirmed as the new hosting line-up. The announcement was made via an Instagram video showing the three together for a photo shoot. Fans and celebrities reacted positively, praising the casting and expressing excitement for the new team. Willis described her long-standing fandom and said she cannot fully comprehend stepping into the ballroom, while acknowledging the challenge of replacing Daly and Winkleman. Radebe said returning in a new role is beyond what he imagined and that he feels honoured to help carry the show’s magic forward.
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