This evening, Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman’s final appearance as the show’s co-hosts will be on. After more than a decade, they will co-host Strictly Come Dancing.
Vernon Kay has shared a heartfelt tribute ahead of his wife Tess Daly’s final live appearance on Strictly Come Dancing. Tonight sees Tess and Claudia Winkleman take to the dance floor for the last time, as the remaining three finalists compete for the coveted Glitterball trophy.
After co-hosting the main program together for 11 years, the presenting pair announced in October that this would be their last season.
As the duo prepare for their final farewell, Vernon dedicated a portion of his BBC Radio 2 programme to his beloved wife of 22 years.
He declared, “I’ve got to say this, it’s Tess’ last Strictly on Saturday,” while broadcasting live on Friday.
It’s been an incredible 21 years, but I can’t say too much because I’m going to get emotionally.
He continued, “She has been at the helm of that show with Claudia [Winkleman] and Bruce Forsyth, and it has been nothing but ruckus fun.”
Our two children have also seen their two children arrive through the show, which has been the nation’s favorite since it began.
Vernon recalls his wife expecting their eldest daughter, Phoebe, during the first series, and then seeing her grown up and watching from the audience for the first time in the last 21 years.
It’s the entire team, he continued, “Strictly Come Dancing is not just Tess, it’s not just Claudia, it’s not just Tess and Bruce.”
“I just observe from the outside, and the entire team has made it such a joy to work on. Strictly Come Dancing has just swept me away in its whirlwind.
Congratulations to Tess on a fantastic run, I just have to say. Although it seems like we’ve lost a friend, she does an outstanding job on that program.
He continued, “Tess and Claudia are the most successful entertainment shows on the BBC, some might say of all time,” praising both women.
Vernon wrapped up his heartfelt tribute and wished his wife the best of the “great weekend” ahead, confirming that he will be cheering on his wife’s final live broadcast.
Look out for me in the background if you’re watching Strictly Come Dancing’s final on Saturday, where I’ll be making some funny faces, he said.
It’s going to be pretty impossible to hide my tears, but after 21 years of being in our family, it’s going to be.
This evening will also signal the finale for the three remaining partnerships; Karen Carney and Carlos Gu, Amber Davies and Nikita Kuzmin, and George Clarke and Alexis Warr. One duo will claim the crown as the newest Strictly Come Dancing champions, determined exclusively by public voting.
Each partnership will perform a show dance, a routine from their previous collaboration, and their favorite duo performance in order to captivate viewers.
Source: Mirror
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