Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleComedian Josh Widdicombe has been announced as one of three new hosts for Strictly Come Dancing, alongside Emma Willis and former professional dancer Johannes Radebe. Widdicombe initially considered turning down the opportunity to audition due to the high-profile nature of the role, but ultimately decided it was an “incredible experience” to pursue. Emma Willis and Josh Widdicombe are expected to serve as the main hosts, while Johannes Radebe is rumoured to take on a “roving reporter” role for the popular BBC competition. The new hosts are stepping into the shoes of long-standing presenters Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman, who recently announced their departure from the show. Both Johannes Radebe and Emma Willis expressed their excitement and honour at joining the show, acknowledging the legacy of Daly and Winkleman and hoping to continue the programme's magic. In fullJosh Widdicombe nearly turned down chance to audition for Strictly presenter roleThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
New Strictly host admits to second thoughts before accepting role
Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleComedian Josh Widdicombe has been announced as one of three new hosts for Strictly Come Dancing, alongside Emma Willis and former professional dancer Johannes Radebe. Widdicombe initially considered turning down the opportunity to audition due to the high-profile nature of the role, but ultimately decided it was an “incredible experience” to pursue. Emma Willis and Josh Widdicombe are expected to serve as the main hosts, while Johannes Radebe is rumoured to take on a “roving reporter” role for the popular BBC competition. The new hosts are stepping into the shoes of long-standing presenters Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman, who recently announced their departure from the show. Both Johannes Radebe and Emma Willis expressed their excitement and honour at joining the show, acknowledging the legacy of Daly and Winkleman and hoping to continue the programme's magic. In fullJosh Widdicombe nearly turned down chance to audition for Strictly presenter roleThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
