Emma Willis is reportedly being lined up to host Strictly Come Dancing alongside Zoe Ball, following the departure of Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman. The BBC is said to have offered Willis the role, with Ball tipped to take the second presenting slot.
A source told the Mirror: '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.' The source added that Willis is 'incredibly proud and humbled' by the offer.
Zoe Ball is also expected to be invited to join the show, replacing Claudia Winkleman. The duo reportedly underwent a chemistry test together and 'really clicked'. A source said: 'Emma is seen as the Tess of the duo. Zoe and her really clicked and it's looking likely that Zoe will take on the role Claudia held in the auditorium.'
Both Willis and Ball are prominent BBC figures, each hosting their own radio programmes. Ball previously expressed her love for the show in 2021, saying: 'If I had time, I would do it in a heartbeat. Like I absolutely love it.'
Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman announced their departure from the programme in September, stating they would leave together after the current series. They said: 'We have loved working as a duo and hosting Strictly has been an absolute dream.'
