Anton Du Beke admits he’d be ‘delighted’ to be the new Strictly Come Dancing host
Now this would be fabulousStrictly Come Dancing will be facing a huge shake-up next year as the show will be getting a brand new host.
Ever since Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman announced their shock exit, many fans have wondered who could fill their shoes.
While there have been a huge mix of names, one in particular has made fans happy. And now, Anton Du Beke has spoken out about the possibility of him taking over.
Will Anton Du Beke be the new Strictly host?
While there have been some huge names in the mix to take Tess and Claudia’s place as Strictly host, one that fans were really excited about is Anton Du Beke.
Anton joined the show back in the very first series on 2004 as a professional dancer. Then in 2021, he moved to the judging panel, where he has been ever since. So, if anyone was qualified enough for the job it would be him!
He may be a fan-favourite for the role, but he would also have to want to try to fill the big boots. And he has now spoken out about whether or not it would be something he would ever do.
Speaking to OK! Magazine, Anton revealed how he would feel to be the new Strictly host.
He said: “Delighted, I suppose. But we will have to see if that ever comes up. But wouldn’t that be lovely. Then I will have done all three jobs!”
As for whether or not the Christmas special will be an emotional watch, as the show bids farewell to Tess and Claudia, Anton admitted it probably will be.
Anton explained: “It will be emotional. I am sure they will have a couple of moments.”
Tess and Claudia depart the show
Back in October, Tess and Claudia shocked everyone by announcing they were stepping down from their roles as Strictly hosts.
In a joint statement, the iconic duo admitted it “feels the right time” to walk away from the BBC One dancing competition.
Naturally, fans – and dancers – were gutted at the news, and many worried if it marked the end of Strictly forever. But many Strictly stars have revealed that they believe the show will continue for many more years.
So, while we would absolutely love to see Anton front the show, we can’t help but wonder who he could be paired with. Only time will tell who actually gets the gig, but we hope we don’t have to wait too long!
Watch Tess and Claudia host their final show on Strictly’s Christmas special on BBC One Christmas Day at 5.30pm.
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