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Emma Willis Quits Radio 2 for Strictly Hosting
19 Sep
Summary
- Ellie Taylor will host the Saturday show starting September 26.
- Emma Willis is taking over as host of Strictly Come Dancing.
- Ellie Taylor also starts presenting Strictly: It Takes Two on September 28.
Ellie Taylor will be the new host of Emma Willis's Saturday lunchtime show on BBC Radio 2. Her first broadcast will be on September 26, as Willis departs to host Strictly Come Dancing.
Taylor, who was a contestant on Strictly in 2022, stated she is thrilled to be back at Radio 2 and looks forward to entertaining listeners with music and guests. The Head of Radio 2, Helen Thomas, welcomed Taylor, noting her warmth and laughter will be a "great addition" to the Saturday lineup.
Willis presented her final Saturday show on September 19, which featured Strictly judge Anton du Beke. Taylor's new role extends to Strictly: It Takes Two, where she will begin presenting on September 28. She replaces former hosts Janette Manrara and Fleur East.
Taylor expressed her honor in following previous hosts of the Strictly spin-off. She anticipates providing fans with all the backstage gossip and sparkle from the ballroom.
