The newly appointed presenting trio for the BBC's Strictly Come Dancing — Johannes Radebe, Josh Widdicombe and Emma Willis — have pushed back against media reports that one of them would take on a dedicated "roving presenter" role.
The three hosts said their responsibilities are not rigidly defined and rejected characterisations that any single presenter would be assigned solely to move around the studio or backstage during the live shows. Their comments were intended to clarify how the presenting team will operate after speculation about a split of duties.
Strictly Come Dancing is one of the BBC's flagship entertainment programmes and presenting arrangements have attracted attention as the show prepares for its next series. The programme has in the past used a variety of formats for hosts, mixing on-stage presentation with backstage interviews and features, and reporting on the matter has been part of wider coverage of the new line-up.
The presenters' insistence that roles are not "fixed" suggests a flexible approach to how duties will be shared across the trio. Fans and media outlets will be watching for further detail as the show builds towards its next broadcast cycle.