Overview
- Multiple outlets report comedian and 2022 contestant Ellie Taylor has been lined up to present It Takes Two, but the BBC and Taylor’s representatives have not confirmed the hire.
- The story relies on unnamed industry sources, most prominently a Sun report that has been reused by other outlets, and Strictly organisers have declined to comment on speculation.
- Recent confirmed changes framing the move include the new main-show presenting trio of Johannes Radebe, Josh Widdicombe and Emma Willis, five newly announced professional dancers, and the exit of It Takes Two executive producer Eve Winstanley.
- Earlier this year Janette Manrara said she was 'no longer part' of the companion show and the BBC told one outlet it was 'factually incorrect' to say Manrara and Fleur East were 'axed', leaving public and official accounts at odds.
- Producers are also reported to be considering a major format rethink for It Takes Two, including a possible switch to a vodcast, and further details are expected before the series returns in September 2026.