Strictly Come Dancing's new hosts Emma, Josh and Johannes admit 'we don't know what we're doing' in new video
They fluffed their lines in the promo clipStrictly Come Dancing 2026‘s new hosts have laughed through a muddled first attempt at their shared introduction.
Emma Willis, Josh Widdicombe and Johannes Radebe needed several takes while filming a promotional video for their debut.
At one point, the trio even admitted that they “don’t know what they’re doing”.
Emma, Josh and Johannes are filling the gap left by Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman.
But Emma has already admitted she is steeling herself for “negativity” and harsh criticism.
Emma Willis laughs through Strictly introduction
The new clip has been shared to Strictly Come Dancing’s official Instagram account.
It begins with Emma, Josh and Johannes introducing themselves individually to the camera. They are then meant to identify themselves together as Strictly Come Dancing’s new hosts.
Instead, Johannes says the entire line alone, prompting Emma to laugh: “We don’t know what we’re doing!”
The trio quickly reset and try a different approach to the same piece of dialogue. Emma also tells her new co-stars to do it with “a bit more oomph”.
Josh tells Emma and Johannes exactly which part of the intro they are supposed to say. Johannes, looking confused, asks him: “And you?”
Josh simply replies: “I’m alright.”
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Emma attempts to dish out new instructions. But again, Johannes fluffs his lines and leaves Josh asking, “what?!” when the camera pans to him.
The trio fall about laughing as Josh asks the crew: “Is this good content?”
Strictly Come Dancing fans still divided over new hosts
Fans have been quick to comment on the new video – and the remarks are divided. Some are welcoming the change, while others want to see Tess and Claudia back.
One person wrote in the comments: “I’m not best pleased but there you go, let’s see, I love Jojo so was disappointed that he won’t be a partner to dance with because his choreography is phenomenal.”
Another added: “BBC trying too hard. All are probably lovely presenters but did it need to be three? I guess we will have to watch and see the dynamics at play.”
However, another wrote: “Tess and Claud chose to go!!! Give the new team a chance – and if you don’t like, no-one is forcing you to watch!”
And someone else chimed in: “Good luck you’ll be great! Having fun is so important and will come across well next week.”
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Strictly Come Dancing 2026 starts at 7.25pm on BBC One on Saturday September 19, 2026.
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