Janette Manrara, who danced on Strictly Come Dancing from 2013 to 2020 and co‑hosted its spin‑off It Takes Two with Fleur East since 2021, has announced she will not return to the BBC show or its companion program. In a candid YouTube video, the mohter‑of‑one said the series has "changed hugely" and she is free to pursue new projects.

BBC’s September Revamp: New Hosts and Axed Professionals

The BBC’s upcoming Strictly lineup will feature hosts Emma Willis, Johannes Radebe and Josh Widdicombe, replacing long‑time presenters Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman. the change comes as several well‑known professionals, including Luba Mushtuk, Gorka Marquez, Karen Hauer, Nadiya Bychkova and Michelle Tsiakkas, have been axed from the pro roster.

Luba Mushtuk and Gorka Marquez’s Emotional Farewells

Mushtuk and Marquez, who each spent a decade on the show, bid tearful goodbyes after the pro tour concluded. Mushtuk’s TikTok clip of her breaking down in tears at the Blackpool Opera House underscoerd the emotional weight of the "blodobath" that marked the season’s end.

Manrara’s Career Pivot and Future Projects

In her video, Manrara said she will continue filming YouTube content and "bring you on the journey" as she navigates a "huge shift" in her career. She added that she will remain involved with Strictly in other ways, but the main show and the spin‑off will no longer feature her.

Unanswered Questions About the Revamp

While the BBC has outlined new hosts, it has not yet clarified whether any of the axed professionals will return in a different capacity or how the new format will differ from past seasons. Viewers also wonder how the show will balance the legacy of long‑time dancers with fresh faces.