Matt Willis has defended his wife, Strictly Come Dancing host Emma Willis, after she faced criticism and negative reviews following the show’s return to BBC One. Reports say the backlash comes as Emma shares hosting duties alongside Johannes Radebe and Josh Widdicombe, with viewers scrutinising their performance in the new setup.
In coverage across outlets, Matt is described as insisting Emma is happy and spoke about how she is adjusting to the job. The articles frame his comments as a response to fan reactions, including “dire” reviews and broader online scrutiny of the hosting team. While the outlets differ slightly in emphasis—some focusing on the public defence and others on Emma’s day-to-day experience—the accounts converge on the same event: Matt addresses criticism and portrays Emma’s experience positively.
