Strictly's Josh Widdicombe comes under fire from another judge as baffled Craig Revel-Horwood asks 'what are you doing?' in awkward live moment after Motsi Mabuse hit back at tension rumours with new host

Published: 06:28 EDT, 11 October 2026 | Updated: 07:07 EDT, 11 October 2026 Strictly's Josh Widdicombe has come under fire from another judge as baffled Craig Revel-Horwood asked 'what are you doing?'During week two viewers started to notice a simmering 'tension' between Motsi and Josh, as they suggested the judge had 'had enough of the comedian interrupting her with his jokes'. However, as week three kicked off, Motsi attempted to dispel the speculation as she insisted that Josh was her 'friend'.Following Cach Mercer's routine, Josh quipped that he and Emma Willis were 'dancers' and as he directed his joke towards Motsi, she responded by remarking: 'Yes Josh, my FRIEND!'But now fans have spotted 'tension' between Josh and Craig, in scenes which awkwardly played out on air during Saturday's live show.Dani Dyer and her partner Nikita Kuzmin took to the dancefloor with a Tango this week and nervously awaited their feedback. Strictly's Josh Widdicombe has come under fire from another judge as baffled Craig Revel-Horwood asked 'what are you doing?' after Motsi Mabuse hit back at tension rumours with new host A baffled Craig Revel-Horwood asked Josh: 'What are you doing?'All three judges thought Dani had shown definite improvement but needed to be a bit more stable and not get in her head so much.However, as Craig gave his feedback, Josh appeared to be making strange hand signals at him.Craig immediately asked: 'What are you doing Josh?What is that?'Josh just laughed while Craig continued with his feedback which echoed that of the other judges.Fans picked up on the awkward moment, and shared on X: 'Oooooo Craig humiliating Josh on air was','What are you doing Josh. The question everyone is asking Craig,''I get the feeling even Craig isn't impressed with Josh,''Craig says: 'What are you doing Josh?' I will just leave that there.' Dani Dyer and her partner Nikita Kuzmin took to the dancefloor with a Tango this week and nervously awaited their feedback Josh just laughed while Craig continued with his feedback which echoed that of the other judges Fans picked up on the awkward moment, and shared on X: 'Oooooo Craig humiliating Josh on air was'It comes after the launch show saw Josh on the receiving end of a very sassy comment from Motsi as she was trying to give her expert feedback to the couples.After Craig gave his rather cutting feedback, Motsi turned to him to say that she actually agreed with what he was saying for once, which led to Craig quipping: 'Great - we can move on to Shirley [Ballas] then!'Motsi burst out laughing before then replying: 'Well I have to do my job too!'Josh then jokingly shouted: 'Shirley!' as if to skip over Motsi's feedback like Craig had suggested.Motsi then cheekily remarked to Josh: 'Well are we going to be friends or enemies, you choose now!' as the audience and Josh laughed it off. The comment sparked speculation of tensions between the pair, with Motsi recently defending the hosts and the ongoing critique of the show, insisting 'it already feels like we're finding our rhythm.' 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!'