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Bradley Walsh is emerging as the frontrunner to host Strictly Come Dancing in 2026 after Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman depart.
Walsh visited the Strictly set at Elstree Studios, prompting speculation about his involvement.
BBC executives may pair Walsh with a female co-host as part of a new presenting duo.
Other potential hosts circulated include Alex Jones, Zoe Ball, Rylan Clark, Holly Willoughby and Fleur East.
The Mirror notes that Daly and Winkleman announced they are quitting, fueling discussion of a 2026 reset.
There is also speculation the show could be paused or redesigned after the 2025 season.
The article cites industry insiders and entertainment outlets as sources for the ongoing rumors.
The report emphasizes the show’s need for stability amid off-screen pressures and past controversies.
The Mirror has reached out to the BBC for comment on the hosting developments.

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The show kicks off with an instant dance twist, requiring couples to improvise on the spot in 10 seconds.
Six couples remain as hosts announce the new challenge, sparking fan predictions of carnage.
Judges will award extra points to the best improvised performance in the instant dance.
Tess Daly announced the twist at the start of the program, signaling a break from standard elimination formats.
Claudia Winkleman and Daly contextualized the twist as a test that could reshuffle leaderboard positions.
Last week’s votes and judges’ scores were carried over to tonight, affecting the leaderboard.
The article frames the twist as a potential preview of chaotic outcomes in the race to the finale.
Viewers compared the moment to chaotic on-air moments from other shows, amplifying anticipation for the new format.
The Daily Star coverage emphasizes the novelty of an on-air improv challenge within Strictly's format.

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