Emma Willis looks downcast as she steps out for coffee and a healthy snack amid Strictly criticism over the new hosting trio

Emma Willis looked downcast as she stepped out for coffee and a healthy snack in London on Friday amid Strictly Come Dancing criticism over the new hosting trio. The BBC presenter, 50, looked worlds away from the glitz and glamour of Strictly as she cut a casual figure in a black hoodie and matching tracksuit bottoms. Emma showed off her natural beauty by going makeup free and wore a pair of glasses as she picked up strawberries and blueberries from a shop. The TV star pulled her jumper hood up to keep a low profile and kept comfortable in a pair of taupe slip-on shoes as she headed out and about in the city.She looked glum as she dropped her fruit off in the car before later buying three takeaway coffees. It comes after Emma responded to Strictly criticism with a cryptic post after the live show suffered a ratings slump. Emma Willis looked downcast as she stepped out for coffee and a healthy snack in London on Friday amid Strictly Come Dancing criticism over the new hosting trio The BBC presenter, 50, looked worlds away from the glitz and glamour of Strictly as she cut a casual figure in a black hoodie and matching tracksuit bottomsThings got off to a shaky start on Saturday's first live show with new presenting team Josh Widdicombe, Emma and Johannes Radebe taking the reins as viewers weren't convinced by the set-up.Taking to Instagram on Tuesday, Emma shared a series of behind-the-scenes snaps from the show as she brushed off any critique with an inspiring quote about breaking free from judgment. It read: 'You'll get judged either way, so may as well pick the fun option.' On Saturday night comedian Josh, 43, was presenting from the dancefloor with Emma, 50, as Tess Daly did previously, while Johannes, 39, interviewed the stars from the auditorium like Claudia Winkleman. However, the decision didn't go down well with viewers, who remarked that Josh looked like a 'spare part' next to seasoned professional Emma, before noticing that he missed his cue twice during the show.And the BBC also failed to pull in as many viewers as they perhaps would have wanted, as 4.8 million tuned in – down substantially on last year's 6.2 million for the first live show.Emma herself has evaded most of the criticism for her hosting performance and her comments were flooded with support from her fans, including Johannes, who left a red heart emoji.It is the first time since 2019 that the first live show has rated lower than the pre-recorded launch show. Last month's pre-recorded launch show peaked at 5.8 million viewers, according to overnight figures, up slightly on last year's peak of 5.6 million.However, the episode averaged at 5.3 million viewers, down from 5.4 million in 2025.While the peak figure represents a small rise on last year, it remains well below the figures recorded before the programme was hit by a series of controversies.This includes allegations about the treatment of celebrity contestants and the culture behind the scenes, leading to the departure of professional dancers Giovanni Pernice and Graziano Di Prima and prompting the BBC to introduce tougher welfare measures.Before the string of scandals, the Strictly launch peaked at 6.7 million viewers and averaged 6.3 million in 2023. Emma showed off her natural beauty by going makeup free and wore a pair of glasses as she picked up strawberries and blueberries from a shop The TV star pulled her jumper hood up to keep a low profile and kept comfortable in a pair of taupe slip-on shoes as she headed out and about in the city Emma looked glum as she bought three takeaway coffees Things got off to a shaky start on Saturday's first live show with new presenting team Josh Widdicombe, Emma and Johannes Radebe taking the reins as viewers weren't convinced by the set-upA Strictly spokesman said: 'Strictly was the most watched programme of the night, with a peak of 5 million viewers. As ever, overnight ratings do not give the full picture of all those who watch in an on-demand world.' Emma, Josh and Johannes have received mixed reactions since they took over from Tess and Claudia, who departed the BBC show at the end of the 2025 series. No doubt with a lot on her mind, Emma joked she was feeling 'nervous' about the live aspect of the show before introducing the judges and contestants to the stage.And after it was revealed Josh and Emma would present together on the dance floor, Josh was branded a 'spare part' by some. He did, however, earn some praise for making a 'change partners' joke, in a playful throwback to the new musical chairs-style format used to announce the pairs in the launch show. As Josh stood on the dancefloor looking bemused, Emma, Johannes and judge Craig appeared alongside him, while Josh wailed 'change partners', leaving viewers in hysterics. Many reacted to the new trio on X as they penned: 'I'm not going to be one of the people hating on Josh. For me the problem is that three hosts just aren't needed. He's just standing there awkwardly next to Emma without much to do. Josh should've been up where Johannes is and Johannes should be dancing imo.','ngl, i'm not a fan of this hosts setup. I'd switch jojo and josh around, why book a comedian and not put him causing chaos and fun in the clauditorium (or whatever we call it these days) #Strictly.','Ok. I still don't feel it. It might have fared better if it was just Josh upstairs and Emma on her own. I feel that dynamic would've had more flow. What's everyone else thinking??.','Everyone is being quite hard on Josh but he's really not the problem. He should be up in the Clauditorium to crack jokes with the contestants. Emma is fantastic and such a natural so she should be on her own on the main floor. Three hosts are too much.'No one will be leaving the show this week, with the scores from week one combined with next week's before the first elimination next Sunday. STRICTLY COME DANCING 2026: MEET THE CONTESTANTS LACEY TURNER AGE: 38BEST KNOWN FOR?: Playing Stacey Slater on BBC's EastEnders WHY STRICTLY?: 'I'm so excited and terrified at the same time but I've had so many friends do Strictly and I thought it was about time that I plunked up the courage and made my way onto that dance floor.'DELTA GOODREMAGE: 41BEST KNOWN FOR?: Played Nina Tucker in Neighbours and has released eight music albumsWHY STRICTLY?: 'I’ve been incredibly honoured to perform on many different stages throughout my career - from tv, theatre, film sets, to touring my own shows around the world, there is however one stage I’ve never stepped onto and that is the ballroom floor!'CACH MERCERAGE: 25BEST KNOWN FOR?: Won Love Island 2025 and is a TikTok influencerWHY STRICTLY?: 'I have grown up watching the show with my family and am so excited to now be part of the cast. Dancing is a huge passion of mine and I can’t wait to learn Ballroom and do the Foxtrot for the first time!'DAME SARAH STOREYAGE: 48BEST KNOWN FOR?: Britain's most successful Paralympian WHY STRICTLY?: 'Embarking on a new challenge so soon after stepping down as an athlete is hugely exciting.'BETHANY ANTONIA AGE: 28BEST KNOWN FOR?: Plays Lady Baela Targaryen in House of the DragonWHY STRICTLY?: 'I have grown up watching Strictly, and I am so excited to take the challenge on and (hopefully!) learn a new skill.'GRAEME 'THE DOGFATHER' HALLAGE: 59BEST KNOWN FOR?: Hosts Channel 5 series Dogs Behaving (Very) BadlyWHY STRICTLY?: 'I have watched the show for years, so to be a part of it feels like a very exciting challenge, albeit more than a bit nerve-wracking!'TABBY STOECKER AGE: 25BEST KNOWN FOR?: Olympic champion skeleton racerWHY STRICTLY?: 'I’ve had the wildest year of my life so far, so to be rounding it off with a childhood dream of dancing in the Strictly ballroom is surreal and I can’t wait to get stuck in!'MELANIE WALTERS AGE: 64BEST KNOWN FOR?: Playing Gwen West in BBC sitcom Gavin & StaceyWHY STRICTLY?: 'Performing in Pantomime for the last 15 years, my Strictly ‘fix’ has always been watching in a dressing room rather than my front room.' DANI DYERAGE: 30BEST KNOWN FOR?: Winning Love Island and being the daughter of actor Danny DyerWHY STRICTLY?: 'I am so excited to be back in the ballroom this September! I just cannot wait to get my dancing shoes back on and hopefully this time around I can actually make it to week one!'CHRIS APPLETONAGE: 43BEST KNOWN FOR?: Hairdresser to the stars - including Kim Kardashian and Jennifer LopezWHY STRICTLY?: 'I’m thrilled to be joining Strictly and coming home to the UK for this incredible experience. I’ve always believed that the best things happen when you take a chance and try something new.'WILL BESTAGE: 41BEST KNOWN FOR?: Hosts Big Brother and previously TVWHY STRICTLY?: 'I’ve been lucky to do lots of live telly before, but absolutely nothing like this. And I cannot wait!'JAIME WINSTONEAGE: 41BEST KNOWN FOR?: Starring in films such as Kidulthood and Tomb RaiderWHY STRICTLY?: 'I am no stranger to a dance floor, but the ballroom is a whole new world for me.'SHAUN WRIGHT-PHILLIPS AGE: 44BEST KNOWN FOR?: Footballer who played for the likes of Chelsea and Manchester CityWHY STRICTLY?: 'Strictly is definitely outside my comfort zone, but I’m super excited to get started and really looking forward to the challenge!'LAWRENCE ROBBAGE: 34BEST KNOWN FOR?: Plays Mackenzie Boyd on ITV's EmmerdaleWHY STRICTLY?: 'I can't quite believe that I am going to be getting my dancing shoes on this September on one of my favourite shows of all time!'JOHN NELLIS AGE: 33BEST KNOWN FOR?: Face of a popular football-focused YouTube channelWHY STRICTLY?: 'I can't wait to meet everyone, learn a new skill and, hopefully, be much better at family parties by the end of it!'