The two look odd together. Probably because Tess looks amazonian next to her. Claudia is better in more intimate surroundings - It Takes Two and Film 2012.
I thought Claudia looked as though she'd been dragged through a hedge backwards.
She could at least have made an effort to not looking so drab, surely she could afford something a bit dressier or sparkly failing that she could have borrowed something from the dancer's wardrobe.
Only once have I seen her dressed up in the media and she really looked pretty.
Your mother beinga past editor of two national newspapers (forget which now) and being an editor/producer on GMTV some years back probably don't hurt a media career;)
And having Lord Freddie Windsor as brother in law must help!
Did anyone else hear Len's put down to Claudia [during Len's lens] that she wouldn't know who Little Richard was anyway? Ouch :eek:
I think it was just one of those "you're too young to remember" quips, nothing nasty meant.
I have mixed feelings about Claudia, she could be so good if only she didn't take the zaniness too far - but I used to watch ITT when she presented and cannot watch it since Zoe took over, she is just too loud and forced.
I loved her doing ITT and was very dubious about Zoe taking over, but I think that Zoe has brought a whole new freshness to ITT that had become long overdue towards the end of Claudia's time. I know from seeing the live show at Wembley last year that Claudia was very good live, but I agree that her deadpan delivery and goth chic look don't suit the glitter and sparkle of Strictly. Makes me sad because I really like her....
I think that Claudia is possibly one of the worst interviewers on tv - if she does not have a script it can be cringeworthy- having said that I enjoy it when she is just being herself and I enjoyed the backstage bit - I think she is good on the results show but truly awful on Film 2012 - whilst I do think she has worked hard to get on I would suggest (and it just my opinion) that strings were pulled to get her that gig -:(
Her styling has got far worse over the years. Series 3/4/5 she looked very good with a sheeny haircut and nice dresses, now she looks a mess. She'd look a mess on ITT like that, never mind prime time.
The two look odd together. Probably because Tess looks amazonian next to her. Claudia is better in more intimate surroundings - It Takes Two and Film 2012.
I think you're right, i like her presenting Film 2012 and miss her on ITT where her mad humour flourished. She doesn't look comfortable on the main show, and she certainly should'nt be playing 2nd fiddle to dull Daley, Claudia is better than that. I hope they dont try to change her into another plastic samey same hostess where its all about the frock.
I agree with a previous poster about getting her fringe cut though, i find myself flicking mine when she's on, squinting is never a good look.
I've always liked the way Claudia dresses, but she didn't look right at all on the results show - although her legs did look fantastic I noticed.
I thought she seemed more self-conscious than usual and maybe that's due to her having this parachuted in role that doesn't make sense now she's not doing ITT.
Maybe they should give her a little segment on the main show and make more of her backstage stuff.
Message to BBC: Claudia does not work in this style programme. She flourishes in something much more zany based on one-to-ones in an intimate studio setting. Her and Tess standing next to each other look ridiculous.
Message to BBC: Claudia does not work in this style programme. She flourishes in something much more zany based on one-to-ones in an intimate studio setting. Her and Tess standing next to each other look ridiculous.
The odd couple indeed. Bizarre. Strangely, Tess looks all right with Brucie - against all odds.
I've met Claudia with her family, and she looked a lot better - was very nice to talk to as well, and not at all "up herself", as some celebrities are. I think it's just her image (although the fringe is too long, hope she doesn't drive!). If she dressed up like Tess, she'd lose out in the comparison, as Tess does wear a dress very nicely. I think a bit more colour and a bit less Helena Bonham-Carter weirdness would be better, but I love the patter.
I love Claudia. Didn't she have a baby recently? She also had a rough period in her marriage so perhaps she is just recovering!! I believe she has three kids. I just love her and it appears so do the dancers and celebs on Strictly. The only thing I noticed was her hair was a bit of a mess!!! I like her on the Results Show.
My, how opinions change when she was on ITT, everyone said how much they loved her!.... how come now no one has got a good word to say about her?.... it's her weirdness that is so great, all the dancers do love her because of her quirkiness!.... long may she reign on the show!.... and better still back on ITT..............Zoe is okay on it i thought she was really good last year but i do have to say she is taking the zanyness a bit to ott this series.... we do need Claudia back on it.............
B'sIB you've hit the nail on the head ... The wierdness/quirkiness was entirely suited to the magazine format of ITT, but somehow it just jarrs in the different format and feel of results show.
I really don't like Claudia and I love Zoe. I find Claudia's zaniness a bit disturbing, while Zoe seems to have genuine warmth and love for the show.
But both are loud with very strong personalities, though in different ways, and people like that are always likely to be loved by some and hated by others. I also like Tess, actually. I'm always interested to see her dresses and her hair.
Claudia is acquiring a burdened domestic look. She looks like before she goes to the television studio the children fire her clothes and makeup on her out of a cannon.
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I think Claudia is fantastic and why should she have to wear the same as every other presenter on TV? She is herself, has her own image and always wears amazing shoes. Plus she is hilarious! I think she actually shows Tess up as her off the cuff remarks are classic. Len's lens is my favourite part of the results show. You carry on Claudia, don't let anyone convince you to dress the same as everyone else.
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She could at least have made an effort to not looking so drab, surely she could afford something a bit dressier or sparkly failing that she could have borrowed something from the dancer's wardrobe.
Only once have I seen her dressed up in the media and she really looked pretty.
And having Lord Freddie Windsor as brother in law must help!
I think it was just one of those "you're too young to remember" quips, nothing nasty meant.
I have mixed feelings about Claudia, she could be so good if only she didn't take the zaniness too far - but I used to watch ITT when she presented and cannot watch it since Zoe took over, she is just too loud and forced.
I think you're right, i like her presenting Film 2012 and miss her on ITT where her mad humour flourished. She doesn't look comfortable on the main show, and she certainly should'nt be playing 2nd fiddle to dull Daley, Claudia is better than that. I hope they dont try to change her into another plastic samey same hostess where its all about the frock.
I agree with a previous poster about getting her fringe cut though, i find myself flicking mine when she's on, squinting is never a good look.
I thought she seemed more self-conscious than usual and maybe that's due to her having this parachuted in role that doesn't make sense now she's not doing ITT.
Maybe they should give her a little segment on the main show and make more of her backstage stuff.
The odd couple indeed. Bizarre. Strangely, Tess looks all right with Brucie - against all odds.
Absolutely!! I dislike her obsession with Len as well - it's totally creepy.
She is wasted on the results show.
I also understand how some could find her irritating
B'sIB you've hit the nail on the head ... The wierdness/quirkiness was entirely suited to the magazine format of ITT, but somehow it just jarrs in the different format and feel of results show.
But both are loud with very strong personalities, though in different ways, and people like that are always likely to be loved by some and hated by others. I also like Tess, actually. I'm always interested to see her dresses and her hair.