Denise Welch ‘drops a huge hint that she’s in talks for Strictly Come Dancing’
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Denise Welch ‘dropped a big hint that she’s in talks for this year’s Strictly Come Dancing’.
The 2026 celebrity line-up has yet to be announced following the BBC’s major shake-up to the hit programme.
But as speculation about who will compete in the new series continues to grow, Denise has been left in a difficult situation as she debates whether she will appear on the show this year.
When asked if he was in talks with Strictly, he said: Sun: ‘I’m asking for a fifth on this. Goodbye!’
People from ITV talk show Loose Women are often chosen, including former contestants such as Kaye Adams, Ruth Langsford and Judi Love.
Denise Welch ‘dropped a big hint she’s in talks for this year’s Strictly Come Dancing’
It often stars people from ITV talk show Loose Women, including former contestants such as Kaye Adams, Ruth Langsford and Judi Love.
Although Denise Welch hinted that she might star in a reality show, she emphasized that she remains focused on acting and has several upcoming projects in the pipeline.
“It’s all exciting,” he added.
The Daily Mail has contacted Denise’s representatives for further comment.
Earlier this month it was announced that presenter Emma Willis, professional dancer Johannes Radebe and comedian Josh Widdicombe would be the new presenters.
The unlikely trio will replace presenters Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman, who resigned at the end of last year following a grueling audition process.
The news was confirmed on Strictly’s official Instagram page as the trio reunited.
The headline read: ‘Official… September 2026.’
In the video, Emma and Johannes kissed each other on the cheek as they sat on stools before Josh was invited to join them.
Emma said of her new role: ‘It’s no secret that I’m a huge fan of Strictly; I’ve cheered and danced on my couch for years; “So stepping into the Strictly ballroom is something I can’t quite understand,” he said.
‘It is impossible to fill the shoes left behind by Tess and Claudia; two wonderful, iconic women who have long been the beating heart of Strictly.
Earlier this month it was announced that presenter Emma Willis, professional dancer Johannes Radebe and comedian Josh Widdicombe would be the new presenters.
‘Hopefully we can help steer the ship into this new chapter as beautifully as they do.’
He added: ‘I can’t wait to spend my weekends with Josh and Jojo, the incredible dancers and judges. I got a 10 out of them!’
Josh, who is a fan of the show and competed as a contestant on the 2024 Christmas special, said he was “giddy with excitement” to win a presenting spot.
‘Dancing the Charleston dressed as a penguin in the 2024 Christmas Special remains the absolute highlight of my career, so I’m giddy with excitement, honored and a little intimidated to be given the chance to step into the biggest shoes on television,’ he said.
‘I love Emma and Jojo and can’t wait to spend my weekends with them. ‘I’ll dust off your penguin costume.’
Johannes said being given the opportunity to host was ‘beyond anything I could have ever dreamed of’.
He said the long-running show ‘has always represented joy, heart and togetherness’ and that he was ‘so honored to help carry that magic forward.’
He added: ‘Doing this alongside the amazing Emma Willis and the brilliant Josh Widdicombe makes it even more special. I’m ready, sequins, nerves and all…please bear with me.’
