When “Dancing with the Stars” returns, it won’t have two of its staples: Tom Bergeron and Erin Andrews, hosts of the show.
Bergeron first announced the news on Twitter on Monday.
“I just reported that @DancingABC will continue without me. It has been an incredible 15 years and the most unexpected gift of my career,” said the 65-year-old comedian. “I am grateful for that and my lifelong friendships. With that said, what am I supposed to do with all these glitter masks?”
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In a joint statement by ABC and BBC obtained by Fox News, the networks assure that “Bergeron will always be part of the ‘Dancing with the stars’ family”.
“When we embarked on a new creative direction, he leaves the program with our heartfelt thanks and gratitude for his characteristic wit and charm that helped make this program a success,” the message read.
Furthermore, the statement announced that Andrews, 42, would not be returning as well.
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“Erin will not be returning either and we appreciate all that she brought to the ballroom,” the statement said. Fans have supported her since she originally competed as a contestant in 2010, and her sense of humor has become a hallmark of the show. “
Tom Bergeron (left) and Erin Andrews will not be returning as co-hosts on ‘Dancing with the Stars’. (Eric McCandless / Walt Disney Television via Getty Images)
Bergeron has hosted the show since its debut in 2005.
Andrews appeared as a contestant on “DWTS” in 2010 and placed third. She became a co-host in 2014, beginning with season 18 of the show.
No information was provided on who will replace the duo.
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Like many other shows, the future of “DWTS” is a bit murky, as filming, usually done in front of a live studio audience, could be affected by security restrictions and established guidelines to combat the spread continuous coronavirus.
