Rylan Clark QUITS hosting role on Strictly: It Takes Two
He's presented the show for the last four years
Last updated 7th Aug 2023
After four amazing years on the show, it has today (Wednesday 12th April) been announced that Rylan Clark has made the decision to step down from his hosting role on Strictly Come Dancing spin-off show, Strictly: It Takes Two.
The news was announced on social media, with 34-year-old Rylan telling fans: 'I’ve had the best time hosting the show alongside Janette and Zoe and I can’t thank the amazing team enough for always putting on a great show.
'I’ve been welcomed into the Strictly family and will firmly hold that title dear to me.
‘The time has come for me to pass on the baton to someone else and explore what else life has for me.
‘Thank you Strictly, you will always have my heart… and dancing feet.’ (sic)
Rylan's friends and fans were quick to comment on the post, with many wishing him luck for his future projects.
Ruth Langsford wrote: 'Won’t be the same without you x', with Strictly 2022 contestant Tyler West adding: 'Love you ry ❤️'. (sic) Former contestant Richie Anderson then wrote: 'Rylan you’re a legend! Loved coming to see you on ITT always made it so fun ❤️ xxx'. (sic)
A fan then commented: 'That's a shame. But You could be a contestant now ❤️', with another speculating: 'Does this mean you’re going back to Big Brother?'. (sic)
Director of Unscripted at the BBC, Kate Phillips, also released a statement regarding Rylan's exit, saying: 'On behalf of BBC Two, BBC Daytime, and Strictly fans everywhere, I want to thank Rylan for entertaining audiences so brilliantly for the past four years on Strictly It Takes Two.
‘Rylan’s infectious personality, his stand-out sass and his genuine love for all the glitz and glamour of the ballroom, has been a big part of It Takes Two’s continued success.
‘Rylan will always be part of the Strictly family of course, but I know he‘ll be hugely missed by all the Strictly It Takes Two viewers, Janette and everyone else who works on the show.’
BBC bosses are yet to confirm who will replace Rylan on the show, but it does sound like Janette Manrara will remain.
Check out all of the rumoured contestants for this year's Strictly Come Dancing below:
Stacey Solomon
Another well-known name on this year's rumoured list is Stacey Solomon! Stacey is no strange to working with the BBC, with her show Sort Your Life Out now onto its sixth series, as well as her reality show Stacey & Joe airing earlier this year. With the mum-of-five being a fan favourite, bosses will be keen to get her signature.
Tom Parker Bowles
Food critic Tom Parker Bowles, also known as Queen Camilla's son, is reportedly top of the BBC's wish list for the 2025 series!
Angellica Bell
Just months after appearing on Celebrity Big Brother, TV and Radio presenter Angellica Bell is also rumoured for Strictly, after recently expressing her interest in taking part in the show.
Sir Mo Farah
Although in the very early stages, BBC bosses are reportedly keen to sign Olympic legend Sir Mo Farah.
Ashley Cain
Reality TV star and fundraiser Ashley Cain could also make an appearance on the 2025 series, with The Mirror saying: "He's a proper character with a very interesting background that looks the part. He would be a great addition to the Strictly line up. He's presented a couple of BBC shows and has really impressed."
Georgia Toffolo
According to reports, another name on the BBC's wish list is former I'm A Celeb and Made In Chelsea star Georgia 'Toff' Toffolo.
Strictly Come Dancing will return later in 2023.
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