New Hosts for Strictly Come Dancing

May 16, 2026, 18:00
UKEntertainment

Introduction

The BBC wants new people to present Strictly Come Dancing in 2026. Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman are leaving the show.

Main Body

Emma Willis and Josh Widdicombe may be the new hosts. Josh is a funny man. He has worked on TV for fourteen years. Emma will be the serious host and Josh will make people laugh. Johannes Radebe will also help. He is a professional dancer. He will talk to people behind the scenes. The BBC wants more people to watch the show. Some people like these changes. Other people do not like Josh. They think he is not right for the show.

Conclusion

The BBC says they will give more information soon.

Learning

πŸ•’ The 'Future' Word: WILL

In this story, we see the word will many times. We use it to talk about things that happen later (the future).

How it works: Person + will + Action

Examples from the text:

  • Emma will be the serious host. β†’ (Future state)
  • Josh will make people laugh. β†’ (Future action)
  • The BBC will give more information. β†’ (Future promise)

Quick Tip: It doesn't matter if the person is one (Emma) or many (The BBC); will never changes. It is a very friendly word for beginners!

Vocabulary Learning

present (v.)
to give or show something to people
Example:I will present the report at the meeting.
host (n.)
a person who introduces or runs a show
Example:Emma will be the host of the new TV program.
funny (adj.)
causing laughter or amusement
Example:Josh is a funny man who makes people laugh.
serious (adj.)
not joking, thoughtful or important
Example:Emma will be the serious host of the show.
laugh (v.)
to make the sound of amusement
Example:Josh will make people laugh during the show.
professional (adj.)
having a job or skill as a main occupation
Example:Johannes Radebe is a professional dancer.
behind (prep.)
at the back of something, not in front
Example:He will talk to people behind the scenes.
watch (v.)
to look at something for a period of time
Example:The BBC wants more people to watch the show.
like (v.)
to enjoy or find pleasing
Example:Some people like these changes.
right (adj.)
suitable or correct for a situation
Example:They think he is not right for the show.
information (n.)
facts or details about something
Example:The BBC says they will give more information soon.
help (v.)
to give assistance or support
Example:Johannes Radebe will also help the new hosts.