A star of Strictly Come Dancing has given his verdict on presenter Josh Widdicombe, whose role in this year’s series has been met with mixed reviews after replacing Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly
One of the stars of the current season of Strictly Come Dancing has given their verdict on new Strictly Come Dancing presenter Josh Widdicombe. When Strictly returned to the UK’s screens this year, it not only welcomed in a new batch of celebrities, but also three new hosts as well.
Replacing Tess Daly and Claudia Winkelman were presenter Emma Willis, professional dancer Johannes Radebe and comedian Josh Widdicombe. Although they have been broadly, and warmly, welcomed, some criticism has been levelled at Josh.
Earlier this year former Strictly pro Ola Jordan had described Josh as looking “really nervous” on the show while Radio Times TV and podcast editor Caroline Frost said the trio were “slowly relaxing into their new roles”.
This is understandable given the mammoth undertaking and pressure inherent in filling the shoes of such beloved favourites as Tess and Claudia were, who were show stalwarts.
Now, one of the current contestants on the show has given their opinion on what they think as someone on the inside. Television presenter Will Best, who is partnered with former winner Dianne Buswell, had his say on the newcomrer.
Speaking to the Daily Mail, Big Brother host Will was asked what he thought of Emma, Johannes, and Josh. In response, he said: “I think they’re doing incredibly well. Johannes has wonderful warmth and energy, and he’s experienced all of those things you’re going through. Emma is the most phenomenal presenter and Josh is hilarious.”
While Josh received positive feedback about his performance on the programme, he has admitted there is one thing he would change. During an episode on the podcast he hosts with friend and fellow comedian Rob Beckett, he said he would follow the lead of Emma Willis in one respect.
Josh, who also appears on Channel 4’s The Last Leg, said he was going to make a change to make sure he enjoys and captures the moment he is in after Rob suggested he should start taking photographs.
Rob asked: “I think you should take photos of Strictly behind-the-scenes and all that kind of stuff. Not to put out now, but at some point.”
In response, Josh said: “Well, do you know what? I never take any photos. “And Emma was always taking good photos. And I’m like, ‘I should be taking photos’….Now I’m calmer with the whole thing, I’m going to start doing it.”
Outside of the photographs, even seasoned presenter Emma has addressed the stress involved in hosting Strictly.
In a backstage photo posted on Instagram of her alongside Josh and Johannes she said: ”You’ll get judged either way, so may as well pick the fun option.”
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