Strictly Come Dancing fans believe they have identified the two new hosts for the 2026 series, after Zoe Ball and Angela Scanlon left suggestive comments on an official Instagram post. The post, which confirmed the judging panel and returning professional dancers, prompted Ball to write 'Boom boom boom ❤️' and Scanlon to comment 'WHAT. A. CREW.'
Fans on Reddit quickly noted that Ball and Scanlon were the only ones from a rumoured shortlist of ten to comment on the post. One user wrote: 'I would absolutely not be mad if these were our hosts. Fit the bill for me, and they both know Strictly well and how it works.' Another added: 'I noticed that they are the only ones from the rumoured 10 to be commenting on the post. Correct me if I am wrong. My dream duo.'
Both presenters were reportedly among those who auditioned for the BBC bosses last month, alongside Rylan Clark and Emma Willis. The speculation comes as Bradley Walsh appears to have ruled himself out, after announcing autumn tour dates for his 2026 Prat Pack tour that could clash with Strictly commitments. A source told The Sun: 'Bradley's announcement looks to be the surest sign yet he's not the new Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman.'
The BBC has not confirmed any hosting changes, stating: 'Plans for Strictly Come Dancing 2026 will be confirmed in due course.' The new series will see Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse, Anton Du Beke and Shirley Ballas return as judges, with new professional dancers to be announced closer to the autumn launch.
