Chris Evans, of course, left the Radio 2 Breakfast Show for Virgin in 2019. There is Zoe Balls breakfast show, still by far the most popular breakfast show on the airwaves. Speaking via a statement issued at the time, Craig said: "Every party must come to an end and although I'm packing up my Trunk of Funk on Radio 2, I've loved bringing the party to its funky listeners each Saturday night.". So where does that leave Radio 2? DON'T MISS: What's the least amount of exercise we can get away with? 233 following. At conservative gathering, Trump is still the favourite. . He tweeted last week: "I will be presenting my last show on Radio 2 next Friday. Published: Tuesday, 9th August 2022 at 11:20 am. Beckett will return to Sunday afternoons for his next 13-week run of shows next Sunday. If you do try a Blue Motorcycle, please drink responsibly, Paul OGrady and producer Malcolm discuss the merits of another birthday, Paul OGrady responds to a request from a loyal listener. Paul O'Grady has landed a role in an upcoming UK tour of the much-loved musical Annie - and the show is stopping off in Edinburgh. Fans reacted in horror at his shock news with actress Amanda Mealing branding the move by Radio 2 basses: a f**king farce. READ MORE: Paul O'Grady forced to halt final BBC Radio 2 show as he bids emotional farewell. In response to Bruces tweet, a BBC spokesperson told The Independent: Ken decided to leave Radio 2 and its always been known hes leaving in March. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Elsewhere on radio, Jane Garvey, Fi Glover . Paul James O'Grady was born on 14 June 1955 in Birkenhead, England. The format was originally devised by Granada Television and was broadcast on ITV until December 2005, before moving to . Paul O'Grady has expressed his "disappointment" with BBC Radio 2, saying "it's not what it was". Download Podcasts. Save. In just a handful of years, the station's schedule has undergone so much change that the . Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. In just a handful of years, the stations schedule has undergone so much change that the media has referred to a Radio 2 bloodbath, and OGrady is just one of those who has fallen victim. The former Radio 2 host spoke out after Ken was confirmed to be leaving in March. Im going to do her a lot older, where shes got no tolerance at all for kids all she wants to do is listen to her radio and get drunk. 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Celeb obsessed? You don't think of any other DJ when you think of that slot. He has also recently confirmed that the For the Love of Dogs Christmas special will feature a special royal guest. Paul O'Grady fans have been left 'concerned' following the BBC 's decision to cut back his Radio 2 slot. Youve already lost @GrahamNortonFan and now this. 5-min read. After playing his last song, Friends by Bette Midler, he signed off with: "So you look after yourselves, stay safe and well. TV tonight Its a Cinderella story. Pauls radio producer Malcolm announced the news today, writing on Twitter: Pauls taking #TeamPOGradio to @BoomRadioUK for the annual Christmas show!, Alongside a picture of Paul, the caption continued: Its a one-off special and, if youd like a shoutout, for your friends or family, email now.. Their daughter, Sharyn, was born in 1974. We respect his decision and wish him the very best of luck in the future as hes been a much loved part of the Radio 2 family.. He has made it his own and he is an absolute legend of broadcasting. He added that it was time to "hang up his headphones" and "run free". Care worker for Camden, the Vauxhall Tavern's drag-show compere and now Cupid on Blind Date, Paul O'Grady discusses love, loss and loathing the Tories The broadcasters comments come after the news that veteran DJ Ken Bruce was leaving the station after 45 years to go to Greatest Hits Radio. Paul O'Grady has announced that he will be departing his BBC Radio 2 show after 14 years in the job. Paul O'Grady, 67, took to Instagram to share a picture of himself on board a speed boat after news broke this week that the presenter would be stepping down from his BBC Radio 2 show. Friends say he had given a commitment not to say anything that could embarrass the BBC in the remaining weeks of his contract, making him all the more surprised by the decision to end his show earlier than expected. The 67-year-old icon left Radio 2 in . Pauls taking #TeamPOGradio to @BoomRadioUK for the annual Christmas show! BBC Radio 2 is introducing some schedule changes on a Sunday afternoon and has announced its special programming for the Spring. William and Kate worried Prince George will be overwhelmed at King Charles coronation, Beyond Paradise fans turns emotional at Ruth Madocs final on-screen appearance. He said: 'I was called in at 12.30 and told that my final show would be a week today and wasn't given any real reason that I understood. Meanwhile, Paul's own departure came soon after a long lockdown period during which the bubbly broadcaster admitted to being "fed up and bored". Safe to say, Pauls ever-devoted fans were over the moon for him on this career news. Bruces departure marks the culmination of both his 31-year career with Radio 2 and a painful week for everyone involved. I was, because Im a great believer in continuity. BBC launches hunt to find singer's for King's coronation choir, following the newsBruce was leaving the BBC station after 45 years to go to commercial rival Greatest Hits Radio. Listen live. They wanted three and to tell you the truth I dont have an idea in my head for the third one! In need of constant stimulation, he struggled to thrive without human contact while he was confined to his farm in Kent. Also leaving the station is his producer Malcolm Prince, whom he jokingly insulted on every show. February 2022. Gardening leave, it was reported, to avoid each day being one big advert for his new slot on their rival, Bauers Greatest Hits Radio. Olga often used to visit Radio 2 to see what Paul was doing; she was seldom impressed. Paul O'Grady and producer Malcolm discuss the merits of another birthday. Tweets & replies. Everyone and their dog waded in on what they thought of this, and the whole saga has been poorly handled, awkward, messy, and worst of all, a sad way to close such an esteemed three decades for Bruce. BBC Radio 2, Paul OGrady lamented this week, is not what it once was. Paul O'Grady's Radio exit wasn't entirely amicable - with the star admitting he quit due to "not being happy" with the BBC's plans for his popular show. The comedian, 66, who used to perform as drag queen Lily Savage, presented Paul . Hes an experienced broadcaster, has put in the hours as a stand-in, and he might just surprise us. Paul O'Grady breaks silence as BBC Radio 2 show taken off air amid 'new regime'. The For The Love Of Dogs star, 66, has been a familiar voice on the radio slot . For tickets see here. 'They're trying to aim for a much younger audience, which doesn't make sense because you've got Radio 1. "You're not valued in the same way, the music isn't as appealing because they've kind of changed the music of Radio 2 to appeal to the younger audience they're so desperate to get.". I do her far more downtrodden. A keen animal lover, Paul has five dogs, with the most recent canine addition to his family being a wire-haired dachshund by the name of Sausage. We ask for your permission before anything is loaded, as they may be using cookies and other technologies. He said he had handled the matter in "an honourable way", seeing out his current contract and handing in his notice to station bosses. Paul O'Grady, best known for hosting For the Love of Dogs, has filled the Sunday evening BBC Radio 2 slot from 5pm . He is the latest in a string of older DJs to step back, including Steve Wright, Graham Norton and Simon Mayo. Paul is also known for his Paul O'Grady: For the Love of Dogs and Paul O'Grady's Animal Orphans as well as presenting BBC Radio 2's Paul O'Grady on the Wireless. And now we have Vernon Kay, who will take the helm of the midmorning show in May, while Sounds of the 80s Gary Davies keeps the seat warm in the interim. I wish I had some goals, but Ive never been ambitious. O'Grady has hosted his current show for 13 years . Paul O'Grady fans are over the moon as the much-loved star has revealed his next career venture following his infamous BBC Radio exit. Radio 2 has been attempting to attract a younger audience in recent years, while also reducing the wage bill it pays some of its leading presenters. Offeecial Radio 2 show page Paul James O'Grady , MBE (born 14 Juin 1955) is an Inglis comedian, telly presenter, actor, writer an radio disc jockey. The decision did not sit well with Simon who quit months later, after saying he'd imagined himself staying at the station until he retired. No longer self isolating but still cautious. What I think is happening is that we are passing through a period of turbulence. In Paul's absence, 36-year-old Celebs Go Dating narrator and stand up comedian Rob will be taking over the Sunday evening time slot with some loyal listeners threatening to boycott the station in protest. The station has also lost Paul O'Grady, Vanessa Feltz and Graham Norton. Paul O'Grady's regular BBC Radio 2 show will no longer be on the airwaves until May. In the meantime, lets look at what we still have. Calmer skies are ahead. Paul O'Grady has finished his 14-year stint on Radio 2 and confirmed reports it was because he was unhappy about sharing his Sunday afternoon slot. Get in touch with us at webcelebs@mirror.co.uk or call us direct 0207 29 33033. Craig, definitely. No offence to Rob but two completely different personalities and audiences. Theyre trying to aim for a much younger audience, which doesnt make sense because youve got Radio 1.. Last summer O'Grady left Radio 2 after Steve Wright, 68, Graham Norton, 59, and Simon Mayo, 64, all left and were replaced with a younger lineup. Bruce revealed last week he had intended to fulfil the remainder of his contract to the end of March, but said the BBC wanted him to leave earlier. It emerged today that Bruce is leaving his BBC Radio 2 role a month early because the corporation reportedly became frustrated that his shows were 'free advertising' for his next station. 17:24 GMT 28 Feb 2023. I go in a hotel room and I look at the bed and I think, Hmm, how many people have slept in this before me? Even in a posh hotel I think that. Ahead of his final show, O'Grady cited the change as the reason he was going. For over 14 years, the 67-year-old had been hosting the Sunday afternoon show before a shift saw him routinely switching with . Paul has recently decided to quit BBC Radio 2 after 14 years and his final show aired on Sunday (August 14). In an Instagram post on Sunday, O'Grady said: "The reason I'm leaving, because everybody's asking me this, is because I wasn't really happy with the 13 weeks on, 13 weeks off business. The broadcaster, 67, took to the Radio 2 airwaves one last time earlier today . The broadcaster, 67, took to the BBC airwaves for the final time in August, following his shock announcement he would be leaving his popular slot earlier in the week and speculation surrounding his departure. Paul O'Grady QUITS his Radio 2 show after 14 years in latest BBC shake-up. I was disappointed, because Im a great believer in continuity, he told Metro.co.uk, adding: If you go off for 13 weeks and somebody else comes on, the listeners dont know when youre back on., He continued: Radio 2 has changed; its not what it was. . The decision to replace Bruce has sparked a backlash from loyal listeners, who hit out at the BBC over its treatment of the veteran presenter. Ta-ra everyone.". Paul OGrady reflects on another birthday, Paul OGrady recalls Malcolms movie career. Another exclaimed: Brilliant news, Boom is a growing station and #TeamPOGradio will fit in well, please let this be first of many specials., A third wrote: Wonderful news, put a smile on my face on a gloomy Monday morning.. The veteran TV presenter went on to admit he "wasn't really happy" with controversial changes at the BBC station - including sharing his show on a '13 weeks on, 13 weeks off' basis with comedian Rob Beckett. By Liz, 64, worked with BBC on a number of its radio stations before she was sacked from her show on BBC Radio 6 after working for the BBC for 35 years. The exodus of stars from Radio 2 will see Ken Bruce walk away today after 31 years - joining the likes of Paul O'Grady, Steve Wright and Vanessa Feltz in moving on from the BBC station for pastures new. The TV and radio host lamented that he was . Something went wrong, please try again later. Ahead of his last show, Paul O'Grady revealed why he is quitting his BBC Radio 2 show. During that time he met a woman named Diane Jansen with whom he had a brief affair. The 66-year-old comedian has helmed his Paul O'Grady on the Wireless show since 2009 with fans tuning in every Sunday to be warmed by his gentle humour and celebrity anecdotes from 5-7pm. His personality, spontaneity and don't-take-this-too-seriously work so well on the radio. Addressing the reaction on his weekend show, Steve told listeners of his Sunday Love Songs show: "Before we start the show proper, if I may, I'd just like to say thank you ever so much for all the messages that have come in, over the weekend after I announced on Friday on the afternoon that we are leaving the afternoon show. The Paul O'Grady Show is a British comedy chat show presented by comedian Paul O'Grady, first shown on 11 October 2004.The programme is a teatime chat show consisting of a mixture of celebrity guests, comic stunts, musical performances, and occasionally viewer competitions.. Radio 2 adamantly denied her claims in a statement in which it added that the channel "is hugely proud of having a range of presenters from their 30s to 80 years old". He reportedly broke a clause that he himself had created in his TV contract to be able to adopt the pup, who originally arrived at Battersea Cats and Dogs Home in search of a new owner. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. We wish Paul the very best of luck and hope to work with him again in the future., Paul OGrady: Im not worried about sex, money or fame I just want a mongoose, Sign up to First Edition, our free daily newsletter every weekday morning at 7am BST, Original reporting and incisive analysis, direct from the Guardian every morning, Paul O'Grady: I feel that now is the right time to go., KenBruces Radio 2 departure handled badly, says Simon Mayo, KenBruce says BBC has hastened his Radio 2 exit, Vernon Kay confirmed as new host of Ken Bruces BBC Radio 2 slot, Its like signing Messi: Ken Bruces move a coup for Greatest Hits Radio, KenBruce to leave BBC for new radio show, BBClocal radio stations face big cuts to content made for their area, Radio presenter Tim Gough dies during breakfast show, Michael Gove lined up to become presenter on News UKs Times Radio, Steve Wright signs off from Radio 2 afternoon show after 23 years. But this week it was . Paul O'Grady reflects on another birthday. 'Radio 2 has changed, it's not what it was,' he told Metro.co.uk. Paul O'Grady bid farewell to his loyal listeners on Sunday afternoon, as he presented his final show on BBC Radio 2.. Paul O'Grady and Steve Wright. In my version shes a bit raggy. 2-min read. Their daughter, Sharyn, was born in 1974. InJanuary, when Bruce announced his departure, former Radio 2 DJ Vanessa feltz accused the BBC of ageism. Paul O'Grady handed in his notice at Radio 2 after being asked to share his regular slot with Rob Beckett, who, at 37, is three decades his junior. They said: 'It shows zero respect for Ken and what he has done for Radio 2.'. It isnt an easy balancing act, but this shifting landscape will no doubt kick Radio 2 into gear. There are currently no available episodes, Paul shares another recipe. I learnt two songs on the ukulele, I made loads of chutney and jam and I wrote a kids book. Four more whiskies later and Im saying, Do you know, I wouldnt mind doing a few weeks of Annie. So, Im doing seven weeks. Audio Producer #TeamPOGradio with Paul O'Grady. Paul O'Grady will now present his 5pm-7pm show in two runs of 13 . Published: 9 Aug 2022 . The 67-year-old confessed he "wasn't really happy" with the schedule shake-up which saw him share the . 03:00. Two genuine slip ups today -- "get the incest going" instead of "get the incense going", and his mobile phone dinged to announce an SMS just after he had asked a friend to get in touch. 'Obviously I am over the moon and so are my parents and Tess and the kids, but it's the Ken Bruce show and the man has raised the bar so high that I'm just so excited to be able to take the reins. 'To be asked to step into those big shoes it was a big deep breath, I'll be honest with you. Fellow celebrity Vanessa Feltz, who is 61 and also left Radio 2 last year, claimed on This Morning: "I would imagine that it's a feeling of some sense of ageism at the BBC and that once you get over a certain age, your days are numbered. He said in a lengthy Instagram post: Its my last Radio2 Sunday show for quite sometime, our listening figures have shot up so a great big thank you to everyone who listens. The 72-year-old Scottish broadcaster will host his final 9.30am to 12pm Radio 2 show on Friday after 31 years before joining Greatest Hits Radio. Her and one of my other dogs, Nancy, have a bit of rivalry theyll fight over balls and growl at each other, but next thing theyre sleeping together. I had intended fulfilling my contract until the end of March but the BBC has decided it wants me to leave earlier. Paul OGrady has quit his BBC Radio 2 show after station bosses made him share his Sunday afternoon slot with another presenter as part of a push to attract younger listeners. However, after almost 12 blissful years, I now need to step down to catch up on a much needed decades deficit of beauty sleep! Together they will meet some of the dogs struggling to be rehomed and assist with their treatment and care, in the hope of finding them a happy-ever-after home of their own in time for Christmas. "I will enjoy a dollop of energy-boosting shut-eye to swing from zip-lines with my three effervescent grandchildren and frolic with my fianc Ben, who irritatingly remains 10 years younger than me!". The 67-year-old announced in August this year that he was stepping down . Theyre trying to aim for a much younger audience, which doesnt make sense because youve got Radio 1 [for that]," he stated. Watch: Paul O'Grady explains reasons for leaving Radio 2 after 14 years. Jamie Phillips After 14 years, you left your Radio 2 show last year, handing in your notice after being . Steve Wright, who earned 450,000 a year, has also lost his longstanding afternoon show. Paul O'Grady has revealed he is quitting his BBC Radio 2 show as he "wasn't really happy" with the schedule shake-up which saw him share the slot with another presenter. 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We are no longer accepting comments on this article. The comedian, 67, has hosted a Sunday afternoon programme on the UKs most popular radio station for the last 14 years. Do you have a story to sell? ITV said viewers will see her joiningPaulat Batterseas Brands Hatch site in Kent. Half a million listeners have already tuned out of the station in the past year, and Bruces departure will no doubt cost them more. Paul O'Grady revealed the real reason behind his BBC Radio 2 exit ahead of his final Sunday show.. The Red Dwarf actor, 57, presented his show Craig Charles' House Party on Saturdays from 10pm to midnight since 2014, but was axed in July 2022. Read about our approach to external linking. A Romanian sausage dog, called Sausage, or Sos I couldnt think of a name for her. His final show was in August 2022, which devastated regular listeners who had come to enjoy his broadcasts. The 67-year-old will be replaced by ex-Radio 1 host Scott Mills, 49. Paul O'Grady. and He's achieved fame uisin his comedic drag queen chairacter, "Lily Savage", an later becam weel kent for presentin TV programmes as himsel, sic as The Paul O'Grady Show . Ken Bruce will host his last ever Radio 2 show today, two months after he confirmed he would be moving on after 31 years at the BBC station. Im travelling light this time but when I used to go on the road, Id take my Baby Belling oven and my electric frying pan. The 67-year-old broadcaster spoke out following the news Bruce was leaving the BBC . Paul O'Grady leaves Sunday Radio 2 show after 14 years. Im really looking forward to it, because I havent done theatre for a while. Although the presenter had fully intended to continue as contracted until the end of March, the BBC decided Friday would be his last show. The staff in Battersea Dogs And Cats Home are so good that youll see it blossom and go off to a really nice home. "I'll miss being a part of the Wogan House family, as well as the listeners and their lives. Big Zuu profile: What is his net worth and does he have a wife? Theres a new regime now, I do 13 weeks on and then 13 off which is nothing to do with me as its a management decision. Paul will reprise his role as Miss Hannigan, who he previously played back in 1998. Read more: Entertainment Daily Awards 2022: Is Paul OGrady your National Treasure? The news comes after a recent change up at the station saw O'Grady sharing his . Get a daily dose of showbiz gossip direct to your inbox. 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However, relations between Ken and the radio station appeared to have soured in recent weeks, with the legend announcing that he had been forced to cut his contract short by the BBC. One passionate fan tweeted: Oh that is the best news!! 'It's the best quiz on radio': Will PopMaster's devoted fans follow Ken Bruce to Greatest Hits? Paul O'Grady has finished his 14-year stint on Radio 2 and confirmed reports it was because he was unhappy about sharing his Sunday afternoon slot. So, all being well and providing Im not in India or Borneo, travel restrictions permitting, I should be back some time in May. It comes as a BBC source told The Sun: 'The BBC believe that every second he is on air is just free advertising for his new show on Greatest Hits Radio. The 67-year-old icon left Radio 2 in August after 14 years at the station, saying he wasnt really happy there. 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. The 67-year-old has been at the station for 14 years and has hosted the Sunday afternoon slot since 2009. To view this content choose accept and continue. When lost listeners get bored of the ad breaks on these commercial shows, something tells me that Radio 2 will be there to greet them like an old friend. Simon was the first of the big names to walk away from Radio 2 after 17 years at the station. Two other big names - Vanessa Feltz and Craig Charles - have been announced in recent months as leaving the station, while Steve Wright is also vacating his weekday afternoon slot to be replaced by Scott Mills.

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