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Josh Widdicombe Breaks Silence on Strictly Come Dancing Host Rumours Live on GMB
He said he would love the role but would not confirm reports that he has been chosen to host the BBC dance show with Emma Willis.
- On Tuesday, comedian Josh Widdicombe appeared on Good Morning Britain to address reports he was selected to host Strictly Come Dancing alongside Emma Willis, though he dodged questions from presenters Susanna Reid and Ed Balls.
- Following the departure of long-standing hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman after the 2025 series, the BBC began searching for replacements, a process Zoe Ball described as involving 'grief and rejection'.
- Widdicombe reportedly impressed producers during chemistry tests with Willis, and he previously appeared in the 2024 Strictly Christmas special where he jokingly described himself as the 'worst dancer'.
- When pressed for confirmation, Widdicombe told the GMB presenters 'Do not believe what you read in the papers' while admitting it would be 'lovely' to host the show.
- The BBC has yet to officially confirm the new presenting duo for the 2026 series, stating that plans will be announced in due course before the show returns later this year.
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Josh Widdicombe breaks silence on Strictly Come Dancing host rumours live on GMB
Comedian Josh Widdicombe was asked if he'll be one of the two new Strictly Come Dancing hosts while on Good Morning Britain today (May 19).
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