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BFFs Sam and Pete Eyeing Strictly Co-Host Gig After Tess and Claudia's Departure
15 Nov
Summary
- Sam Thompson and Pete Wicks open up on potentially taking over as Strictly co-hosts
- Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman are departing the show after this series
- Sam is enthusiastic about the idea, but Pete is less convinced they have the professionalism
In a recent exclusive interview, best friends and podcast hosts Sam Thompson and Pete Wicks have opened up about the possibility of taking over as the new co-hosts of Strictly Come Dancing. This comes after the surprise announcement that longtime presenters Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman will be departing the show after this current series.
While Sam is enthusiastic about the prospect, eagerly stating that "Pete has to be the new presenter," his friend Pete is less convinced. The former TOWIE star acknowledges that "Tess and Claudia are so brilliant and so professional, and we're useless." He adds, "It would be the most chaotic thing in the world, me and Sam doing it. I don't think Strictly will be asking us any time soon."
However, the ever-optimistic Sam remains hopeful, saying he'd "give it a go if we were asked," despite admitting he'd be "very shocked" to receive the call. The pair's successful podcast Staying Relevant and their recent sold-out show at London's O2 Arena demonstrate their on-screen chemistry, but they recognize the challenge of stepping into the shoes of Strictly's iconic hosts.
As the search for Tess and Claudia's successors continues, fans will be eager to see if Sam and Pete's dynamic could translate to the ballroom, or if the BBC will opt for a more seasoned presenting duo to take over one of the nation's most beloved television institutions.
