Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly may no longer be gracing the Strictly Come Dancing stage together, but fans are in for a treat as the dynamic duo plans a cozy reunion for this year’s launch of the beloved show!
After stepping down from their long-running hosting gig last year, speculation has been rife about who will replace them. However, Claudia, 54, and Tess, 57, are staying connected — with a fun plan to watch the Strictly launch together.
Claudia Winkleman has revealed she plans to watch this year’s Strictly Come Dancing with Tess Daly (Pictured in January)
The pair stepped away from hosting the BBC dancing show last year and speculation as to who will replace them is rife (Claudia and Tess pictured in December)
In a candid chat with The Mirror, Claudia shared the details: “Tess and I have already planned… we’re having jacket potatoes, and I’ll be having the salmon,” she said. “She’s coming over with her husband Vernon Kay, and I’m not joking.”
She continued, “I’m setting her up with a nightie, and we’re going to watch, support, and love it. It’s going to be a special night.”
A Strictly Reunion in the Comfort of Home!
While Claudia and Tess won’t be hosting Strictly anymore, their strong bond as friends continues to shine. Fans of the show are excited to know the iconic pair is still keeping up with the show in their own way. It seems like the perfect way to stay connected to the glittering world of dance without the pressure of the spotlight!
Could Alison Hammond Be the New Strictly Host?
Meanwhile, the race for the next Strictly host heats up! Long-time This Morning and The Great British Bake Off star Alison Hammond, 51, is still at the top of the list, despite initially expressing doubts about taking on the role.
Alison had previously distanced herself from the job, saying, “I’m so busy, babes, I don’t think it’s going to happen. It’s unrealistic.” But in a more recent interview, she had a change of heart, admitting, “Who would turn down Strictly? I’d be crazy to say no!”
She added, “I was just trying to back them off because people keep putting my name in the mix, but I’m not too busy — I’m fitter than I’ve ever been. I can do Strictly — I can do it all!”
This Morning and The Great British Bake Off star Alison, 51, has long been among the rumoured names to join the programme
Bradley Walsh’s Strictly Dilemma
Meanwhile, The Chase presenter Bradley Walsh, 65, has emerged as another frontrunner to join Strictly Come Dancing. After filming for The Chase was paused for at least a year, insiders suggest Bradley could be the perfect fit to host the show.
However, there’s a twist — Bradley is also the face of the hit Saturday night show Gladiators, which has been a major success since its reboot in 2024, hosted alongside his son, Barney.
With Strictly and Gladiators both vying for his attention, Bradley may be faced with a tough decision: stick with Gladiators, which has helped boost his son’s career, or take on the glittering challenge of hosting Strictly.
Stay Tuned for More
As the search for a new host continues and speculation swirls, one thing is for sure: Strictly Come Dancing’s return this year is already shaping up to be a must-watch event. Will Claudia and Tess make a surprise return? Or will a new face take the reigns? Keep your eyes peeled for more updates!
