Emotions ran high when Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman disclosed their joint decision to step down from hosting Strictly Come Dancing. In a heartfelt announcement on Thursday, the pair revealed their departure from the BBC show after the current season.
During the latest show, Tess and Claudia expressed their gratitude to fans as they introduced “icons week.” Claudia acknowledged the overwhelming support with a message of thanks, followed by Tess expressing excitement to continue the journey with the audience, contestants, and judges.
Social media buzzed with fans expressing sadness over the news of Tess and Claudia leaving the show. Viewers shared their sentiments on Twitter/X, with one fan posting broken heart emojis while others praised the duo for their contributions over the years.
Claudia has been a familiar face on the show since 2010, while Tess started her journey alongside the late Sir Bruce Forsyth 21 years ago. In a joint statement, they expressed their love for hosting together and described their Strictly experience as a dream come true.
Their farewell announcement garnered immense appreciation from current and former stars on their Instagram post. Amy Dowden and AJ Odudu were among those who expressed their admiration and love for the departing hosts.
With speculations swirling about their replacements, fans have suggested various names, including LadBaby Mark Hoyle and his wife Roxanne. The duo received positive feedback after their appearance at the Pride of Britain Awards, with many viewers endorsing them as potential successors.
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