Strictly's Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman sign an 'even BIGGER six-figure deal ... trends now
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Strictly Come Dancing's Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman have reportedly signed a new six-figure deal to remain as hosts for another two years.
The presenters have fronted the show together since 2014 and it's said that their new deal is 'even bigger' than before.
Reports suggest that the duo already earn a combined salary of around £300,000 and it is said BBC bosses are happy to splash the cash for them as they don't want to 'lose' them to rival broadcasters.
A source told The Sun: 'Beeb chiefs absolutely love Tess and Claudia and wouldn’t dream of ever losing them. They are especially proud of the fact that they have two women hosting a show on a Saturday and Sunday on prime time BBC1. It is an enviable position to be in.'
The insider added that though the hosts may 'command a high price', they are still seen by bosses as 'great value for money', given the popularity they have among loyal viewers.
In the money: Strictly Come Dancing's Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman have reportedly signed a new six-figure deal to remain as hosts for another two years
The source added: 'In the nine years they’ve been fronting the show, Tess and Claudia have become synonymous with the programme and bosses couldn’t contemplate them not being its presenters.'
They went on to remark that it is this reason why TV executive are so keen for the ladies to sign on the dotted line for another to years and ensure that Tess and Claudia are not 'poached' by rival broadcasters.
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