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Strictly's It Takes Two: Video Podcast Overhaul

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Strictly Come Dancings It Takes Two faces a significant transformation, potentially shifting to a video podcast format and putting hosts Janette Manrara and Fleur Easts jobs at risk. The show, which has been on air since 2004, is considering a model similar to the successful The Traitors Uncloaked. This move comes after Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly stepped away in 2025, with BBC bosses aiming for a fresh vibe for the September series. The changes have sparked excitement and concern, with pro dancer Karen Hauer confirming her departure after fourteen years, joining a list of exits that includes Gorka Marquez, Nadiya Bychkova, Luba Mushtuk, and Michelle Tsiakkas. The shake-up aims to bring new energy to Strictly, distancing from recent drama and preparing for the autumn season.

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Entertainment & Celebrity News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Strictly's It Takes Two: Video Podcast Overhaul. Machine-transcribed; use the interactive transcript above to jump the player to any line.

On April 23rd, Shrickley come dancing spin-off show It Takes Two, is eyeing a big switch to a video podcast format, putting host Jeanette Manrara and Flur East at risk of losing their gigs. The long-running backstage chat series, on air since 2004, could follow the hit model of The Traders Uncloth, which pulled in millions. Of views. This comes amid a massive shake of after main host Claudia Winkelman and Test Daily stepped away in 2025. BBC bosses won a fresh vibe for the September series, and insiders say the podcast move is a smart play since podcasts draw all ages now. Fans and insiders are buzzing about the changes, calling it a bloodbath of talent. Earlier reports had Jeanette and Flur on the chopping block, though the BBC denied any acting and said they're waiting to hear. The duo took over from past hosts like Zoe Ball and Rylan Clark. Pro dancer Karen Howard just confirmed she's out after 14 years sharing an emotional goodbye, thanking fans, crew and celebs who shaped her. Life.

She's joining exits by Gorka Marquez, Nadia Baichkova, Luba Moustak, and Michelle Siakas in one of the show's biggest overhalls. All this sets up a clean sleigh for Strickley, shaking off recent drama and aiming to hook viewers with new energy come autumn. You've been listening to Entertainment and celebrity news today. AI-powered pop culture coverage.

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