Tess Daly has revealed she is working alongside her daughter, Phoebe Kay, on a mysterious new project. The Strictly Come Dancing presenter shared the news on Instagram on Wednesday (5 August), joking: "No longer bring your daughter to work day, but working alongside her."
Family Update After Split
Tess and her estranged husband Vernon Kay share two daughters: Phoebe, 21, and Amber, 17. The couple, who married in 2003, announced their amicable separation in May with a joint statement, saying they had made the decision "with a deep sense of care and respect for one another." Despite the split, they remain on good terms, with Vernon often celebrating Tess's successes with her swimwear brand Naia Beach on Instagram.
Aspiring Actress Daughter
Phoebe, an aspiring actor, is currently studying at the New York Film Academy and the Stella Adler Studio of Acting. She has already landed background roles in Almost Never (2022) and The Blame (2025), according to her Backstage profile, leading to speculation that the mother-daughter duo might be collaborating on-screen.
Celebrity Reactions
The announcement has sparked excitement among their famous friends. Vicky Pattinson commented, "This is gorgeous," while entrepreneur Irene Agbontaen wrote, "Yesssss. It's giving twins." Tess's long-time friend and Strictly co-star Claudia Winkleman responded with several heart emojis.
Fans also noted Phoebe's striking resemblance to her father, with comments like "She looks like Vern" and "Gosh, she is so like her dad."
