Skip to contentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our appAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleWant to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? Start your Independent Membership today.Join todayAlready a member? Log inRoisin O'ConnorTuesday 29 September 2026 12:05 BSTThis Morning's Sian Welby opens up on parenting 'guilt'This Morning presenter Siân Welby revealed she burst into tears following a gruelling two-hour audition to host Strictly Come Dancing.Welby explained her emotional reaction was caused by adrenaline and intense pressure during the overwhelming try-out.She expressed no hard feelings about missing out on the job, praising new host Emma Willis who presents alongside Johannes Radebe and Josh Widdicombe.The new series returned on 26 September, featuring celebrity contestants such as Lacey Turner, Dani Dyer, and Delta Goodrem.A three-star review from The Independent noted that despite some awkward moments with the new hosting team, the core elements of the show remained successful.In fullThis Morning presenter admits she ‘burst out crying’ after failed Strictly auditionMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in