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Mark Jefferies

Craig Revel Horwood confirms return to Strictly but hints Bruno Tonioli is out

Craig Revel Horwood says he has committed to Strictly Come Dancing for the next two years with a new contract - but has "no idea" if Bruno Tonioli will be back for the next series.

Bruno was replaced by Anton Du Beke on the panel when the COVID-19 pandemic restrictions made it difficult for Bruno to fly between the UK and the US, where he is a judge on Dancing With The Stars.

And there have been reports earlier this month that Anton, 55, is set to be rewarded with a new contract.

When asked if it is true Bruno won't be returning to Strictly, Craig told Hello! magazine: "I've no idea. I've signed a two-year deal, but don't know about Shirley, Motsi, Bruno or Anton."

Craig Revel Horwood has 'no idea' about Bruno Tonioli's Strictly future (BBC)

Bruno, 66, previously joked that Anton "needed the money" from the show but admitted he was unsure about his own future on Strictly.

He said: "Good for him. He needs the money. If they want me, I’ll be back. But they may say, ‘Anton was great, we don’t need you’."

Bruno was on the show from the beginning in 2004 and was present for the first 17 series, appearing via video link for series 18 and then stepping aside for Anton last year.

In his new interview with Hello! Magazine, judge Craig also said he is planning to invite the Duchess of Cornwall to his wedding next year.

Craig told Hello! magazine: "Of course I'll be inviting the future queen! I'd love her to be there. She's such fun and a lovely person, and will make a fantastic Queen Consort.

"I'd like Shirley Bassey to be there, too. I'd be very lucky if Shirley sings, but if not, I'll belt out her numbers instead."

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