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Christine Lampard Touted as Frontrunner to Host Strictly Come Dancing

Unconfirmed reports cite her freed schedule following ITV cuts.

Overview

  • Multiple UK outlets, citing unnamed insiders, say BBC bosses are considering Lampard to succeed Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman, who confirmed their exits in October.
  • Lampard’s cover role on ITV’s Lorraine concluded after schedule changes that extended Good Morning Britain into the 9–10am slot and reduced Lorraine’s runtime.
  • She previously competed on Strictly in 2008, which insiders say aligns with producers’ reported preference for former contestants as presenters.
  • No official decision has been announced by the BBC, and representatives for Lampard and the show have not confirmed the speculation.
  • The series is expected to return in August, with host announcements typically made weeks in advance as other high-profile names remain in the rumor mill.