"In the meantime, I will always be tremendously proud of my association with the BBC and in particular with Radio 2." Date of Ken Bruce's final day on Radio 2 and why he's leaving for Greatest Hits early 28 February, 2023 When presenter Steve Allen left LBC and his statement following immediate exit 28 February . Scott Mills has replaced Ken for an undisclosed amount of time on Radio 2. Soundtrack Of My Life: Talking Heads Tina Weymouth, Creed III review: Michael B. Jordan gets another big win under his belt, Panic Shack: the wildest and funniest live band youll see all year, Final Fantasy 16 is a lavish RPG twist on Bayonetta and its all the better for it. The BBC has not yet confirmed who will replace Bruce, however Radio 2 often promotes presenters from within its existing roster. Read about our approach to external linking. His programme, well known for its daily Popmaster quiz, currently has more than 8.5 million weekly listeners, according to data from industry body Rajar. Thanks for always being so lovely.". Kate Bottley, Ken Bruce, Rylan, Fearne Cotton, Sara Cox, Jamie Cullum, Gary Davies, Paul Gambaccini, Angela Griffin, Bob Harris, Cerys Matthews, Scott Mills, Jason Mohammad, Trevor Nelson, Dermot OLeary, Elaine Paige, Mark Radcliffe, DJ Spoony, Liza Tarbuck, Jeremy Vine, Michelle Visage, Johnnie Walker, Jo Whiley, Claudia Winkleman and Steve Wright. I had intended fulfilling my contract until the end of March but the BBC has decided it wants me to leave earlier. According to the Greatest Hits website, the station can be found on FM and DAB. (PA), Bruce confirmed that he would be stepping down. The BBC is yet to announce who will replace Bruce in mid mornings, but if previous examples are anything to go by his successor is likely to come from its existing crop of presenters. He has been part of every significant occasion marked by BBC Radio 2 and we, his faithful audience and the Radio 2 all-star line-up will miss his warm humour and wit. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Due to your consent preferences, youre not able to view this. 2021 Associated Newspapers Limited. ", Click to subscribe to Backstage wherever you get your podcasts. The best in music every weekday with Ken Bruce, with live sessions. Ken has been missing from the airwaves this week on Radio 2. Why is Scott Mills on Radio 2 today? In a Twitter statement shared . The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Thanks for always being so lovely. The broadcaster, 71, confirmed on Tuesday (January 17) that he would be leaving the station in March to join Greatest Hits Radio. I had intended fulfilling my contract until the end of March but the BBC has decided it wants me to leave earlier. He has also fronted Radio 2s coverage of the Eurovision Song Contest since 1988. Ken Bruce will be leaving BBC Radio 2 after 31 years of presenting on the radio station. They ain't going to get rid of Chris Evans anytime soon so Ken, just where he is works really well. BBC Radio 2 - Ken Bruce The best in music every weekday with Ken Bruce, with live sessions. BBC Radio 2 tweeted: We have some news After 31 years of presenting the 9.30am-midday weekday show Ken Bruce has decided to leave. See you in April!. Ken Bruce. Greatest Hits Radio tweeted: Weve been keeping a big secret We are delighted to announce that legendary broadcaster @RealKenBruce will be joining the Greatest Hits Radio family in April.. "Were going to miss you lots Ken and want to congratulate you on a fantastic career at the BBC.". Greatest Hits Radio tweeted:. 02/11/14 - 13:43 #9. I have been here for quite a long time now, and it possibly is time to move over and let somebody else have a go, the DJ said in a statement. Bruce, 71, said "the time is right" for him to leave, announcing the news on Tuesday's show. The news comes after theScottish broadcasting veteran Bruce confirmed that he would be stepping down from his mid-morning show for31 years. A beautiful man whos always been so lovely to me at @BBCRadio2 . This website and associated newspapers adhere to the Independent Press Standards Organisation's We wish Ken all the best for the future.. "First thing my dad said in the background my mum always picks up, so in the background my dad went, Big boots them, son'," Vernon recalled when chatting to Zoe. BBC broadcasting legend Ken Bruce is leaving Radio 2 after 31 years presenting his weekday mid-morning show. Registered in England & Wales | 01676637 |. SouthCity Posts: 10,482. The networks presenters include Michael Ball, Zoe Ball, Rob Beckett, Tony Blackburn, OJ Borg, Rev. "I'm looking forward to getting started and to you joining me for my very first show. On Friday, the BBC confirmed that Bruce would be replaced by Vernon Kay with the new host taking over in May. Bruce said that after 45 years on the BBC it was time for a change, explaining: Nothing stays the same forever and I have decided the time is right for me to move on from Radio 2 when I reach the end of my current contract in March. He said: "One of the best things that has happened in the past few days is every single person on Radio 2 has messaged me and sent me an amazing either a voicemail, email, a Whatsapp just saying how overjoyed that Im joining the family Im getting quite emotional.". Ken Bruce to leave BBC Radio 2 Ken Bruce has today announced that he has decided to leave BBC Radio 2 in March after 31 years of presenting the 9.30am - midday weekday show.. And this Spring, Radio 2 presents a stellar range of brilliant live music (including a Country extravaganza), world exclusive interviews and exciting new programming. The station already features in its presenting ranks the likes of Simon Mayo (who left Radio 2 in 2018), Martin Kemp, Jackie Brambles and Pat Sharp. ", The star continued to say: "I'm obviously over the moon but it's the Ken Bruce show. Klicken Sie auf Einstellungen verwalten um weitere Informationen zu erhalten und Ihre Einstellungen zu verwalten. Video, Rescuers search wreckage of deadly Greece train crash, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. The BBC confirmed that Ken Bruce would be replaced by Vernon Kay with the new host taking over in May. The worlds defining voice in music and pop culture: breaking whats new and whats next since 1952. What's he waiting for? She added: "He has been part of every significant occasion marked by BBC Radio 2 and we, his faithful audience and the Radio 2 all-star line-up will miss his warm humour and wit. Im looking forward to getting started and to you joining me for my very first show. Bruce is one of Radio 2s longest-serving DJs, having joined the BBC in 1977 before picking up a regular slot in 1984 (via BBC News). We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. BBC Radio 2. DeSantis won't say he's running. Bruce said: I feel that after 45 years of full-time broadcasting on BBC Radio its time for a change. Chris Evans 25/1. Its been a tremendously happy time for me: Ive made many friends and worked with many wonderful colleagues., Lorna Clarke, director of BBC Music, said: Ken is an extraordinary broadcaster with an exceptional career over many decades. It's been a tremendously happy time for me: I've made many friends and worked with many wonderful colleagues. Were going to miss you lots Ken and want to congratulate you on a fantastic career at the BBC.. His first regular slot on Radio 2 was the Saturday Late Show in 1984, and the following year he fronted the Radio 2 Breakfast Show, taking over from Terry Wogan. 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Ken Bruce has today announced that he has decided to leave BBC Radio 2 in March after 31 years of presenting the 9.30am midday weekday show. inaccuracy or intrusion, then please They are doing their best to scupper his chances on Greatest Hits., A second source claimed that BBC was trying to claw back control, adding: They missed the boat with renegotiating his contract and decided they needed to get back in the driving seat rather than have Ken leading the narrative., Dan Cocker, a radio producer who works for the BBC and commercial stations, tweeted: Greatest Hits are promoting their new asset as much as possible. In a statement afterwards, Ken said it was "time for a change". "However I feel that after 45 years of full-time broadcasting on BBC Radio it's time for a change. Its been a tremendously happy time for me: Ive made many friends and worked with many wonderful colleagues. Bruce will present his final 9.30am to midday show on March 3. Sie knnen Ihre Einstellungen jederzeit ndern. New Radio 2 DJ Vernon Kay spoke with Zoe Ball on the BBC station this morning, as the presenter's predecessor Ken Bruce says he's been forced to leave his popular slot early following yet another shake-up at the station. Ken Bruce is the last link with the old style Radio 2, being around since 1983, and his presentation style is so much better than Zoe Ball's, who seems to spend most of her time harking back to the nineties and what reality show she was watching the previous night. Obviously I am over the moon and so are my parents and Tess and the kids, but its the Ken Bruce show, and the man has raised the bar so high that Im just so excited to be able to take the reins. Owain Wyn Evans, who is taking over as the station's early breakfast host, described him as "a legend". For those without a radio, the station can be accessed via their website or on the free app for iPhone or Android. Other popular presenters who have also left the station in the past year include Paul O'Grady and Vanessa Feltz. The broadcaster, 72, was due to leave his mid-morning weekday show after 31 years at the end of March. Read about our approach to external linking. Something went wrong, please try again later. pic.twitter.com/JMLuO9cXvp, BBC Radio 2 (@BBCRadio2) January 17, 2023. He has also presented Radio 2's coverage of Eurovision since 1988. He has been part of every significant occasion marked by BBC Radio 2 and we, his faithful audience and the Radio 2 all-star line-up will miss his warm humour and wit. 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The star explained it was the right time to move on and has made "many friends and. Ken Bruce is mid-mornings. "I am absolutely over the moon, I really am.". Bruce started at the BBC in his early 30s and has said that he would "always be proud" of his association with the BBC and Radio 2, but that he wanted to continue his career "in a slightly. Entertainment & arts reporter BBC Radio 2's Ken Bruce has announced on air that he is leaving the station after 31 years hosting its weekday mid-morning show. BBC Radio 2 is the UKs most listened to radio station, with a weekly audience of 14.46 million (RAJAR Q3, 2022), and won Station Of The Year at the Music Week 2021 awards. All rights reserved. Get in touch with us at webcelebs@mirror.co.uk or call us direct 0207 29 33033. ", While former Countdown star Carol Vorderman chimed in: "I couldnt wish you more love in the world Ken. Paul O'Grady has criticised Radio 2, saying 'it's not what it was' after Ken Bruce quit his primetime show.. The beloved music quiz has been a staple of the DJ's show since 1998. The programme runs from 9.30am until 12pm every weekday morning. Giving him a week to say goodbye is generous., Access unlimited streaming of movies and TV shows with Amazon Prime Video Sign up now for a 30-day free trial. Celeb obsessed? The radio personality has not mentioned any details about his exit or leave from the show. Newsquest Media Group Ltd, Loudwater Mill, Station Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. Theyve also been generous. "So as well as today being an exciting announcement for Greatest Hits Radio and its growing audience, it is a hugely significant moment for the industry," he said. This site is part of Newsquest's audited local newspaper network. 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His first regular slot on Radio 2 was the Saturday Late Show in 1984, and the following year he fronted the Radio 2 Breakfast Show, taking over from Terry Wogan. Geordieyodel Posts: 823. The broadcasters new Greatest Hits Radio show is due to begin on April 3, and will air between 10:00am-13:00pm GMT. Vernon Kay enjoyed a telling chat with Zoe Ball on Radio 2 this morning, after being announced as Ken Bruce's replacement last week. Ken had taken over the Radio 2 breakfast show in January 1985 so this is from the start of his sixth week. "My mums like, Norman, give over. Earlier today, Kay said: . Ken has also presented Radio 2's coverage of Eurovision since 1988, and has been a regular presenter of Sunday Night is Music Night. In April, the Radio DJ will be moving to Bauers Greatest Hits Radio to present a new mid-morning show from 10am to 1pm. Bruce told listeners: "I'll reach the end of my current contract in March, and so at that point I will be moving on from Radio 2. In January, Bruce announced he would leave the corporation after 45 years to host a show on commercial rival, Greatest Hits Radio. If you have a complaint about the editorial content which relates to Hawara: 'What happened was horrific and barbaric', The people who want you to believe the Ukraine war is fake, What we've learned from Alex Murdaugh murder trial. We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. See you in April! "I have decided the time is right for me to move on from Radio 2," he said, adding he'd had "a tremendously happy time" but it was "time for a change". He has been part of every significant occasion marked by BBC Radio 2 and we, his faithful audience and the Radio 2 all-star line-up will miss his warm humour and wit. Congratulations on a brilliant career.". I will always be very proud of my association with the BBC and Radio 2 in particular and Id like to thank everyone who has helped to make the mid-morning show a success.. Bruce will be temporarily replaced by Gary Davies on BBC Radio 2 until Vernon Kay steps into the 9.30am slot in May. Bruce, 72, announced that he will leave BBC Radio 2 when his current contract comes to an end in March. The much-loved veteran broadcaster will host a new daily show for Bauers station Greatest Hits Radio, taking his iconic PopMaster game with him. Now, Bruce has revealed that PopMaster, which he bought the rights to when the quiz debuted, will continue on his new Greatest Hits Radio show when it launches in the spring. Ken Bruce will join Greatest Hits Radio in April after leaving his mid-morning weekday slot on BBC Radio 2 after 31 years in March, it has been announced. Heres everything you need to know about when hes ending his 45-year tenure on the BBC, who could replace him and how to tune in to his new show. They have no choice but to let him go sooner rather than later. Ken has also presented Radio 2s coverage of Eurovision since 1988, and has been a regular presenter of Sunday Night is Music Night. BBC Radio 2 - Tracks Of My Years Tracks Of My Years Home Episodes Ken Bruce talks to a special guest about their favourite records. He moved to mid mornings in 1986, then after a brief stint on late nights and early mornings, he returned to mid mornings in January 1992, where the show's most recent weekly reach was 8.56m (RAJAR, Q3 2022). The broadcaster, 71, confirmed on Tuesday (January 17) that he would be. Ken Bruce announced his exit from the station in January saying he's off . Fr nhere Informationen zur Nutzung Ihrer Daten lesen Sie bitte unsere Datenschutzerklrung und Cookie-Richtlinie. 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