Strictly's Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman hit by rumours they 'hated each other'

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When Claudia Winkleman first joined Tess Daly to co-host Strictly Come Dancing, fans were sceptical about their on-screen partnership, especially as they were still fond of the legendary Bruce Forsyth, who had retired from hosting in 2010.

Rumours swirled that Tess felt threatened by Claudia's vibrant personality, which could overshadow the show. Back in the day, journalist Jane Graham commented on the apparent tension between the duo, suggesting their body language couldn't hide the "great hate" brewing behind the scenes.

Jane wrote for the Belfast Telegraph: "I wasn't in the least bit surprised to read this week that Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman - co-hosts on the now-Bruceless Sunday edition of this year's Strictly Come Dancing - secretly despise each other." She speculated: "I'm convinced that Winkleman wouldn't have got the job if someone in the Strictly camp hadn't come up with the idea." Jane also noted: "Because when it comes to selling anything right now - films, TV shows, pop music or newspapers - nothing guarantees exposure like a feud between two glamorous, high profile women," reports the Express.

Rumours about the pair's relationship were buzzing enough to spark speculation that Tess might not have renewed her contract back then.