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Emma, Josh, Jojo to Host 2026 Strictly; Judges Return

5/19/2026

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BBC Studios announced Emma, Josh and Jojo as presenters for 2026 Strictly Come Dancing series and confirmed judges Shirley Ballas, Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse and Anton Du Beke will stay on the panel.
Executive Producer Sarah James praised Emma’s experience, Josh’s humor and Jojo’s tenure.
BBC Chief Content Officer said trio’s chemistry ends speculation.
Show said five dancers are leaving, with Alexis Warr, Amy Dowden and others returning.

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BBC Studios announced Emma, Josh and Jojo as presenters for 2026 Strictly Come Dancing series and confirmed judges Shirley Ballas, Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse and Anton Du Beke will stay on the panel.
Executive Producer Sarah James praised Emma’s experience, Josh’s humor and Jojo’s tenure.
BBC Chief Content Officer said trio’s chemistry ends speculation.
Show said five dancers are leaving, with Alexis Warr, Amy Dowden and others returning.