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Strictly after Claudia ...........

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LilyoftheValley Mon 03-Nov-25 17:05:22

I have read rumours that Alan Carr may be one of the new hosts for Strictly, Please NO

Desdemona Mon 03-Nov-25 17:11:58

I read that he was a suggestion, along with quite a few others.

He is a very funny man but would his larger than life personality overshadow the show?

Babs03 Mon 03-Nov-25 17:15:26

Have heard rumours that Amanda Holden could be chosen, which would make sense if her old buddy Alan Carr is being considered.

merlotgran Mon 03-Nov-25 17:17:24

Whoever presents Strictly I just wish it would calm down a little.
The hysterical screeching and OTT behaviour is beginning to get on my nerves.

Babs03 Mon 03-Nov-25 17:24:38

merlotgran

Whoever presents Strictly I just wish it would calm down a little.
The hysterical screeching and OTT behaviour is beginning to get on my nerves.

That may not improve with Alan and Amanda I’m afraid, one screeches and the other laughs like a drain. Having said that I don’t really mind because I don’t even watch it 🤣

rafichagran Mon 03-Nov-25 17:27:32

Not Amanda Holden. I do wonder if Le Voix is in the running.

Kandinsky Mon 03-Nov-25 17:31:05

Ooh I love Alan Carr - he’d be great!

Mt61 Mon 03-Nov-25 17:51:13

As much as I like Claudia, I would love to take a pair of scissors to that fringe.

LOUISA1523 Mon 03-Nov-25 19:07:12

Zoe ball and alesha Dixon are serious contenders i read

Visgir1 Mon 03-Nov-25 19:28:49

rafichagran

Not Amanda Holden. I do wonder if Le Voix is in the running.

Le Voix would be great. I would like to see Maranda Hart as the second presenter. Those two would be be "such fun"

Allira Mon 03-Nov-25 19:44:19

merlotgran

Whoever presents Strictly I just wish it would calm down a little.
The hysterical screeching and OTT behaviour is beginning to get on my nerves.

Oh me too.

And the judges dressing up too. 🤯
Not necessary. Have some decorum, please, you're not children or even contestants.

Sara1954 Mon 03-Nov-25 19:56:30

I think this may very well be my last season of Strictly, I have loved it, and looked forward to it for years, but I’m just not feeling the magic, and the last couple of years, I somehow don’t trust it to be that wonderful, wholesome entertainment I always believed it to be .
I might get tempted back I suppose, but absolutely 100% not, if Amanda Holden is joining the team.

Jenz48 Mon 03-Nov-25 20:09:40

Sara1954 and merlotgran I totally agree with both your sentiments - I spend half my time turning down volume control. I’ve always loved it but this year I’m feeling quite bored with all the shouty talking!

midgey Mon 03-Nov-25 20:24:15

I’m afraid I really think it’s time to call it a day for Strictly. It’s been very successful but it’s had its day.

Grannynannywanny Mon 03-Nov-25 20:44:17

I’ve never been fond of Alan Carr but I must say I’ve really warmed to him in Traitors. Not enough to see him on Strictly. Especially if Amanda Holden pairs up with him.

I’d like to see Oti Mabusi as a presenter with Zoe Ball or maybe Emma Willis.

Susan56 Mon 03-Nov-25 20:50:27

I am with Sara1954.I feel this may well be the last season of Strictly I tune into.We normally go to the tour but just not bothered this year🤷‍♀️

Most of the names which have been suggested to take over from Tess and Claudia would be enough to stop me watching!

lixy Mon 03-Nov-25 21:01:17

I’m available……🤣

Ninny123 Mon 03-Nov-25 22:46:38

I would like to see both male & female presenters again , Hannah Waddingham for example- not sure about the male - hopefully not Rylan Clarke .
Also the results show , needs a shake up , I feel that when the celebrity singer is performing they don’t need the dancers , they just detract from the song being sung .
Just my opinion - any thoughts

Deedaa Mon 03-Nov-25 23:05:01

To be honest I am finding this series really boring. The only celebrity left that I know is Alex Kingston and it's hard to get interested in the "journeys" of so many total strangers. Claudia is fine, but I'm finding Tess increasingly irritating. New presenters might help, but who?

Bukkie Mon 03-Nov-25 23:10:23

I like Alan Carr but I am not sure he is right for Strictly. Definitely not Amanda Holden, she makes everything about herself. Anton would be a good presenter. I love Rylan but know many don't. I also love Susan Calman, she is so warm, friendly and down to earth (and a former contestant)

Gin Mon 03-Nov-25 23:48:35

I agree the programme is too over the top and noisy. I record it and just watch the dancing and scores. The bit with Claudia waiting for scores is so loud and pointless. I also have never heard of the supposed celebrities.

Grandmabatty Tue 04-Nov-25 06:22:05

I think the whole thing needs a complete reset. It's become stale.

Calendargirl Tue 04-Nov-25 06:23:15

I too find the chats with Claudia a waste of time, but a friend pointed out that the crew need time to change the staging around for the next dance, which can be quite a challenge.

I suppose that is why we have all the inane chatter.

Purplepixie Tue 04-Nov-25 06:35:49

Zoe Ball and Sara Cox

Purplepixie Tue 04-Nov-25 06:36:19

Grandmabatty

I think the whole thing needs a complete reset. It's become stale.

I agree.