Emma Willis is reportedly set to take over as the new host of Strictly Come Dancing, replacing Tess Daly after her departure last year. According to a source close to the production, the popular presenter has been offered the role and is expected to accept.
Chemistry Tests Impress BBC Bosses
The source revealed to The Sun: "Emma has been offered the Strictly job and is going to accept. She absolutely nailed the chemistry tests and the BBC adore her. Emma is a household name and a safe pair of hands so the BBC know she will do the job justice."
The insider added: "She’s incredibly popular with the public too and will suit the role down to a tee. She was absolutely thrilled to have been offered the job. Strictly is one of the biggest shows on television and to be trusted with the new era is something Emma feels incredibly proud and humbled by."
Zoe Ball Also in Talks
It is also believed that Zoe Ball will be asked to co-host alongside Emma, taking over from Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman, who stepped down last year. The BBC has not yet officially confirmed the new lineup, but sources indicate that an announcement is imminent.
This is a breaking showbiz news story and will be updated as more details emerge.
