What did Alan Carr say about Strictly host rumours?

Alan Carr shuts down Strictly Come Dancing hosting talk

Alan Carr addressed speculation that he was in talks to host BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing. The “Chatty Man” star said he does not “love it enough” to take over from Tess Daly.

The key points

• Rumours swirled about a potential hosting role for the Chatty Man presenter.
• Carr’s response was firm but light: he framed his decision around enthusiasm for the show.
• He positioned Tess Daly as the current anchor, referencing the expectation of a handover from Daly.

Why this matters

Strictly hosting changes are major UK TV news, because the show is a long-running prime-time institution and the presenters become part of its identity. By directly responding to rumours, Carr gave fans clarity that he’s not angling for the job—at least not in the way speculation suggested.

The story therefore doesn’t focus on scheduling details or contractual negotiations; instead, it’s about a celebrity correcting the narrative that he’s pursuing the role. For viewers, it helps narrow who might realistically be considered for any future hosting shifts.