Tess Daly reunites with Strictly co-host Claudia Winkleman at her activewear collection launch after they tearfully bid farewell to the show

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Tess Daly happily reunited with her Strictly Come Dancing partner Claudia Winkleman while celebrating the release of her new clothing line.

I’m so excited to share that my favorite presenter, who’s 56, is now working with NAIA Beach! They’ve created a brand new line of activewear together, and I can’t wait to check it out. It’s fantastic to see them collaborating on something like this.

Claudia posted a photo with Tess on Instagram after they went to the launch party for a friend’s new clothing line.

Oh my gosh, did you SEE Tess Daly launching her Naia Beach activewear line?! I was absolutely floored! Her post was so perfect – she’s just brilliant, seriously! And the collection? It’s absolutely beautiful, I’m obsessed! Those little heart emojis say it all, don’t they? I need it ALL!

The collection features a striking blue two-piece set with a vibrant, patterned design reminiscent of Pucci, as well as a stylish grey matching set with an animal print.

On the Strictly Christmas special, viewers watched Tess and Claudia say a heartfelt goodbye to the show, though the episode was actually filmed before the live final last month.

Tess and Claudia, both wearing elegant white and cream clothing, embraced in a heartfelt hug and danced as the other celebrities cheered, recognizing their contributions to the show.

As the show ended, Tess thanked the viewers, saying, ‘We really appreciate you watching over the years – it’s meant so much to us.’

Tess and Claudia announced in October that they’ll be leaving their roles as hosts. They shared that working together has been wonderful, and hosting Strictly Come Dancing has been a dream come true. They always planned to leave at the same time, and they feel now is the perfect moment.

As this incredible series comes to a close, I just want to express my sincere gratitude to the BBC and the entire team behind the show. They are truly exceptional, and honestly, working with them has been a joy – we’re all going to miss them tremendously!

It’ll be sad when we finally stop encouraging each other to keep going, but we’ll always find a way to do it – maybe just in comfy clothes at home, with pizza!

The duo hosted their last ever live show on December 20 after 21 years working on the show.

The live final featured many heartfelt tributes to Claudia and Tess, including a touching video with messages from the Strictly team and Mary Berry.

They were incredibly surprised and delighted to receive a letter from Queen Camilla, which judge Craig Revel Horwood read aloud to them.

To Tess and Claudia, as you get ready for your last dance, I want to express our gratitude – from all of us watching each week.

I’ve always believed that Strictly isn’t really about the dancing itself, but more about the connections people make, the challenges they face together, and the happiness they find in working towards a common goal.

If that’s the case, then your connection has been the most wonderful partnership we’ve ever seen. The genuine warmth, kindness, and joy you share have been essential to the show’s success.

I know I can say for everyone that you’ve been absolutely wonderful. We wish you all the best in the future, and as someone who knows how much joy it brings, please promise us you’ll keep dancing!

‘With the warmest gratitude and admiration, Her Royal Highness, Queen Camilla.’ 

Clearly moved, Tess expressed her gratitude to fans, saying she was too emotional to speak. She thanked them for their kind messages, explaining how much they meant to her and everyone involved.

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2026-01-07 18:22