C’s It Takes Two Faces Major Shake-Up: Fleur East and Janette Manrara Reportedly Axed Amid Strictly Revamp
In a stunning turn of events, Fleur East and Janette Manrara have reportedly been let go from the BBC2 weeknight show It Takes Two as part of an ongoing overhaul following a series of scandals that have rocked Strictly Come Dancing.
Industry insiders reveal that BBC bosses are pushing for a complete reinvention of the spin-off show to move beyond the recent controversies. Sources claim the network is prioritizing a fresh direction with a “clean slate” by September, leaving no one’s position safe.
Janette, a former Strictly pro dancer who transitioned to hosting duties in 2021, and Fleur, who joined the lineup in 2023 after reaching the Strictly final, are both said to be part of the culling process. An industry insider told The Sun, “Fans will be stunned by the ongoing bloodbath, but bosses are determined to overhaul the show completely.”
While the departure of the two stars has caused a stir, it’s been suggested that they may find new roles with the BBC in the future, despite being removed from the hosting team. Daily Mail has reached out to representatives for comment.
Meanwhile, the Strictly franchise has already seen several other exits, including pro dancer Karen Hauer, who tearfully confirmed her departure after 14 years with the show. Karen expressed deep gratitude for her time on Strictly, acknowledging how the experience shaped her life and career.
This marks one of the most dramatic cast reshuffles in recent memory, as several familiar faces, including Karen, Gorka Márquez, Nadiya Bychkova, and Michelle Tsiakkas, have been let go. Michelle’s exit is particularly notable, as she also quit the Strictly Professionals live tour ahead of its April start.
While the show’s future remains uncertain, the drive for a fresh approach indicates significant changes are coming. Fans of the BBC dance competition will be eagerly watching to see how the show evolves in the wake of these seismic shifts.
