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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Jacob Stolworthy

Strictly show undergoing radical revamp ahead of new series

  • The Strictly Come Dancing companion show, It Takes Two, is reportedly set for a radical format transformation, with plans to become a vodcast.
  • This change would involve filming episodes for viewers while also recording them for podcast listeners, a move aimed at attracting a broader audience, particularly younger demographics.
  • Current hosts Janette Manrara and Fleur East are rumoured to be departing the show, although the BBC has explicitly denied claims that either presenter has been “axed”.
  • The proposed refresh is intended to reflect evolving audience consumption habits, following the success of similar companion shows like The Traitors: Uncloaked and The Apprentice: You’re Fired.
  • Separately, former It Takes Two hosts Zoe Ball and Rylan Clark are reportedly in contention to replace Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly on the main Strictly Come Dancing series.

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