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- Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly have confirmed this will be their final season.
- Fleur East is the 2/1 favourite to become the next Strictly Come Dancing host.
- Emma Willis, Janette Manrara and Hannah Waddingham also feature among the early contenders.
Betting Odds Released for Next Strictly Host Role
The BBC's flagship dance show is set for a major shake-up in 2026 as Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly step down after years at the helm of Strictly Come Dancing.
With fans speculating about who might step into the sequinned spotlight, bookmakers have released the latest odds on the next permanent host.
Fleur East, a former contestant and regular presenter on Strictly spin-offs, is now the 2/1 favourite to take over the glittering gig.
Ladbrokes latest odds give a 33.3% chance of East hosting the show next, with the BBC expected to have another double act presenting.
The late Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly presented the show originally, before Winkleman replaced the former.
What the expert says...
Latest Odds for Next Strictly Host
| Next Strictly Presenter | Odds | Implied Probability |
|---|---|---|
| Fleur East | 2/1 | 33.3% |
| Emma Willis | 4/1 | 20.0% |
| Hannah Waddingham | 4/1 | 20.0% |
| Janette Manrara | 4/1 | 20.0% |
| Holly Willoughby | 9/2 | 18.2% |
| Rylan Clark | 5/1 | 16.7% |
| Tasha Ghouri | 5/1 | 16.7% |
| Zoe Ball | 5/1 | 16.7% |
| Oti Mabuse | 8/1 | 11.1% |
| Roman Kemp | 8/1 | 11.1% |
| Alesha Dixon | 9/1 | 10.0% |
| Alison Hammond | 10/1 | 9.1% |
| Rochelle Humes | 10/1 | 9.1% |
| Stacey Dooley | 10/1 | 9.1% |
| Tom Allen | 10/1 | 9.1% |
Who Are the Leading Contenders?
With hosting experience on Strictly: It Takes Two and the confidence of a former finalist, Fleur East is the natural frontrunner.
Her energy and connection with the show could make her the BBC’s safest bet.
Hannah Waddingham has risen to global fame in Ted Lasso and appearances at the Eurovision Song Contest and is an elegant and charismatic option with real stage presence.
Having gone from pro dancer to presenter, Janette Manrara's deep ties to the Strictly family and strong fan following could put her in pole position.
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