Emma Willis stunned The One Show presenters this evening when she revealed she has been practising dance routines ahead of the new series of Strictly Come Dancing.
Appearing on the BBC programme on Thursday alongside husband Matt, the incoming Strictly host hinted that audiences can expect to see her showing off her own moves during the launch show.
The episode is due to be recorded on Wednesday, September 9, before being broadcast on Saturday, September 19.
Both Amfo and Kemp were visibly gobsmacked by the unexpected disclosure, with Ms Willis bursting into laughter at their reactions.
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“Look at your faces! That’s all I can say. Wait for the launch show. It’s gonna be fun,” she said.
The BBC’s flagship dance competition is undergoing a significant shake-up this year following the exits of long-standing hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman.
Ms Willis, best known for fronting The Voice UK, has been confirmed as the new lead presenter, joined by comedian Josh Widdicombe and professional dancer Johannes Radebe.
When Roman Kemp asked how she was getting on with her “brand-new TV husbands,” Ms Willis responded: “Do you know what, great. For the last week, we’ve been spending loads of time together.”
Beyond the main show, there have been further changes to the Strictly family.
Former contestant Ellie Taylor has been announced as the new presenter of spin-off programme It Takes Two.
“I’m absolutely over the moon,” Ms Taylor told Willis during a live BBC Radio 2 appearance. “I feel giddy!”
Ms Willis went on to describe feeling deeply privileged to be involved in the programme.
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“It’s been great. I’m hugely honoured to be part of it,” she added, after teasing that her dance rehearsals earlier in the day would translate into some on-screen footwork during the opening episode.
Clara Amfo could barely contain her enthusiasm following the revelation.
“You three are going to be fab!” she declared, expressing confidence in the newly assembled presenting trio.
The full celebrity line-up for the 2026 series has now been confirmed.
Gavin and Stacey actress Melanie Walters was the final name announced last week, completing a diverse roster of famous faces.
She joins EastEnders star Lacey Turner, reality television personality Dani Dyer, Australian singer Delta Goodrem, celebrity hairstylist Chris Appleton, Cach Mercer, television presenter Will Best, Paralympian Dame Sarah Storey, and actress Jaime Winstone.
Rounding out the cast are Bethany Antonia, former professional footballer Shaun Wright-Phillips, dog trainer Graeme Hall, actor Lawrence Robb, Tabby Stoecker, and John Nellis.
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