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- Tess Daly has been in the news for her long-running role on Strictly Come Dancing and related honors; in late 2025 she received an MBE in the King’s Birthday Honours, which she described as the greatest privilege of her career.[1][4][9]
- She announced her departure from Strictly after 21 years, with reports noting she and Claudia Winkleman would leave the show after the current series and Christmas Special, marking the end of a notable era for the programme.[5][10]
- Following her exit from Strictly, Daly has pursued other TV opportunities, including hosting appearances on programs like The One Show with her husband Vernon Kay, signaling a transition to new roles beyond Strictly.[2]
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