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Vernon Kay Says Tess Daly’s Strictly Exit Was a Joint Decision as Final Dates Confirmed

Her final live show is set for Dec. 20, with a pre-recorded Christmas special airing on Dec. 25.

Overview

  • Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman have confirmed they will leave Strictly Come Dancing at the end of the current series.
  • Vernon Kay said on ITV’s Loose Men that he and Daly discussed the move at length, calling it a major household decision.
  • The BBC has scheduled the presenters’ last live appearance for the Dec. 20 final, with their final on-air slot in the Christmas Day special.
  • Daly has fronted the show since its 2004 launch and has co-hosted with Winkleman since 2014.
  • Recent coverage also highlights Daly’s MBE presented on Nov. 12 and industry recognition for her Naia Beach brand.