Strictly Come Dancing fans are in a frenzy as whispers emerge that former contestant La Voix may be stepping into the glittering shoes of Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman. The drag star, who lit up last season’s dance floor with partner Aljaz Skorjanec before an unfortunate injury forced them to withdraw, seems to be sending tantalising hints that could make this year’s hosting shake-up the most dramatic yet.
The news comes after Tess and Claudia stunned fans with the announcement of their departures midway through last series. While the BBC has yet to confirm who will take over, the speculation has reached fever pitch. Zoe Ball recently revealed she had tried out for the coveted role, but came up short, while Emma Willis reportedly remains a firm favourite with producers.
And now, La Voix appears to be stirring the pot. Over the past week, the former Drag Race star has shared a string of posts that fans interpret as a clear hint at a hosting gig. From snapping photos outside the BBC studios in casual drag-free style, to appearing on ITV’s Lorraine and reposting fan suggestions about joining the show, the hints have been hard to ignore.
One post caught particular attention: La Voix sported a black t-shirt emblazoned with “Tess,” tagging Tess Daly herself, with the cheeky caption: “T-shirt for today! Bringing smiles to rehearsal room.” Meanwhile, a shared petition calling for La Voix to co-host alongside Emma Willis only fuelled the speculation further.
Fans took to social media in droves to dissect every move, with reactions split dramatically. Some are bracing for what they see as a bold but risky move. “God forbid,” one wrote, encapsulating a segment of the audience who fear La Voix’s larger-than-life persona might overshadow the show. Another warned, “She’d be too big for the programme. She’s incredible, but not the right host.” And some reminded fans of last year’s desperation, noting, “Let’s face it, she was begging for the job last year.”
Yet not everyone is hesitant. A wave of excitement and hope pulses through the fanbase, with comments like, “I would be here for this,” and “Everything crossed she is,” expressing eager anticipation. “I’m glad it’s not just me thinking this… Fingers crossed!” enthused another.
As Strictly fans await the official announcement, the tension is palpable. Could La Voix really be the one to usher in a new era of hosting, blending charisma, humour, and a daring flair? Or is this just a high-stakes tease, a social media masterclass in stirring intrigue? Either way, one thing is certain: this year’s Strictly Come Dancing may be the most unpredictable, talked-about season yet — and La Voix is at the centre of the storm.
Fans, producers, and critics alike are holding their breath. The countdown to the next Strictly host reveal has never felt more electrifying.
