Fleur East has reportedly been dropped from Strictly Come Dancing's companion programme, It Takes Two, as the show undergoes significant restructuring following the departure of main presenters Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman.
The former X Factor contestant and Hits Radio host is among the latest casualties, with colleague Janette Manrara also confirmed not to be returning for the upcoming series. The exits are understood to form part of a substantial reorganisation at the BBC programme.
An insider told The Sun: "Fleur has kept the news on the lowdown for as long as she could, only telling her close friends. She's still in denial about it and was really upset by the decision." The source added: "But it wasn't personal. The BBC have decided to make a number of other changes in order to give the show a fresh new feel."
Fleur had screen-tested as a possible successor to Tess and Claudia, though she acknowledged being overlooked. Last month, Emma Willis was announced as the new main presenter, joining Josh Widdecombe and professional dancer Johannes Radebe.
A BBC spokesperson told Express.co.uk: "Further plans for Strictly Come Dancing 2026 will be confirmed in due course." It Takes Two is set to return to BBC Two in September.
