Bobby Brazier 'to be offered BBC travel show' after Strictly success

Bobby Brazier will reportedly be offered the chance to host a BBC travel show following his success on 'Strictly Come Dancing'.

The actor - who got his big break on BBC soap 'EastEnders' - finished as a runner-up in the TV talent show over the weekend (16-17.12.23) and a new report suggests corporation bosses want to make sure he continues working with them so they plan to offer him the chance to present a globe-trotting new show.

A source told The Sun newspaper: "From the start of 'Strictly', Beeb bosses realised that they had a serious star on their hands — and the fact that he made it to the final was a complete bonus.

"So they’re incredibly keen to keep him with the Corporation, not least because Bobby is seen as home-grown talent as he got his big TV break on 'EastEnders'.

"The travelogue show would be a shrewd way to tempt him to stay with the Beeb and is likely to be among the first of many projects they’ll tempt him with - many with a fat pay cheque too."

The inside went on to add the show could also involve Bobby's TV presenter dad Jeff Brazier. They explained: "Involving dad Jeff is also a smart idea ... The bond between Brazier junior and senior is obvious to everyone and bosses are keen to tap into that."

After a successful stint on 'Strictly', Bobby came second to former 'Coronation Street' star Ellie Leach.

The 22-year-old actress and her professional partner Vito Coppola were crowned after wowing the judges and the public during the live final.

After being announced as the winner, Ellie said: "I actually, genuinely cannot believe this." Ellie - who is best known for playing Faye Windass on 'Coronation Street' - was awarded 40 points for her final dance of the night.

Ellie and Vito danced a routine to the sound of 'Ain't That A Kick In The Head' by Robbie Williams, and they earned full marks from the judges. The duo also performed a pasodoble routine, as well as a show dance to a Jennifer Lopez megamix.