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Our own Gareth was part of the small team that brought Strictly Come Dancing to our screens back in 2004.  

Since then the show has grown in strengh and has become one of the BBC's most successful formats - ever!  

Today the 2 presenters Tess and Claudia announced they are leaving after this series.  We wish them well.

But here's the problem.  Who will replace them?  The BBC in our opinion does very little do develop and nuture new presenting talent.  So how is ready to fill these big presenting shoes?  What talent have the BBC waiting in the wings to go primetime?

It's a big problem and is the reason why we set up The Presenter Studio 12 years ago.  Apart from us there is no-where to get industry help and coaching.

We really hope the BBC work hard and smart to get the next presenting team ready.  Let's hope for an interesting choice where new talent have the opportunity to shine.  

Good luck Tess and Claudia, you will be missed!