Tess Daly has expressed her openness to the idea of becoming a grandmother at a younger age while discussing her family life and the realization that her daughters are growing up. Speaking on Giovanna Fletcher’s Happy Mum Happy Baby podcast, the Strictly host acknowledged the inevitability of her daughters becoming independent adults, although she jokingly mentioned that they always find their way back to her.

The conversation turned towards the topic of Tess becoming a grandmother, with her foreseeing this happening within the next decade. However, she hinted at having plans and goals to achieve before embracing this new phase in her life.

Giovanna speculated about the passage of time and the potential transition to grandmotherhood, to which Tess reacted with surprise. Tess mentioned that she wouldn’t mind being a younger grandma, prompting Giovanna to suggest that she should make the most of the time before that stage arrives.

Considering the future changes in her life, Tess contemplated embarking on short European breaks to seize the moment. This contemplation coincides with her colleague Claudia Winkleman’s announcement of their joint departure from hosting Strictly Come Dancing after a long and successful 21-year tenure.

In a statement shared on social media, Tess expressed her heartfelt sentiments about leaving the show that has been a significant part of her life for over two decades. Her husband, Vernon Kay, showed his support by liking the post and sharing celebratory messages on his social media platforms.

As the news of their departure spread, Vernon shared an illustration celebrating Tess and Claudia’s partnership on the show, highlighting the duo’s remarkable contribution to the program over the years.