Summary
Strictly Come Dancing presenter Tess Daly received a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) honor for her contributions to broadcasting. Daly dedicated the award to her late father and expressed her gratitude after attending the investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle. Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman also announced they are leaving the show after its Christmas special this year.
Key Facts
- Tess Daly received an MBE for services to broadcasting.
- She dedicated the honor to her late father.
- The investiture ceremony took place at Windsor Castle.
- Daly has been on television for 25 years and co-hosted Strictly Come Dancing since its first series, 21 years ago.
- Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman served as co-hosts for Strictly Come Dancing since 2014.
- Their last episode on the show will be this year’s Christmas special.
- Tess Daly expressed excitement about potential new opportunities and having more free time after leaving the show.
- The pair won a Bafta for their entertainment program in 2024.
