Strictly judge Anton Du Beke “would love” to host the show when Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman leave, according to a former show star.
Ian Waite, who was on the show between 2004 and 2010, has revealed who he’d like to host the show in 2026 and beyond.
Could Anton land the hosting job? (Credit: BBC)
Former Strictly pro Ian Waite backs Anton Du Beke for hosting gig
Speaking to Entertainment Daily, on behalf of Zingo Bongo, former Strictly dancer Ian Waite has weighed in on the upcoming final, as well as the future hosts of the show.
Ian was on the show for seven series, joining in 2004 and leaving in 2010. During that time, he danced with Dame Denise Lewis, Zoe Ball, and Penny Lancaster Stewart.
Tess and Claudia will be leaving the show after the final (though they will be hosting the upcoming Christmas special), leaving the door open for two new hosts to step in and fill their shoes.
During their chat, ED! asked Ian: “Who are you backing to host the show next year? Or do you think the BBC may rest the show for a year once the hosts leave?”
“I would love nothing more than Anton to be moved into that role because I think he’s so loved by the public,” he said.
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