Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. The broadcaster will then present his first show on Greatest Hits Radio on Monday 3 April. 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.. A Radio 2 spokesperson said: Ken decided to leave Radio 2 and its always been known hes leaving in March. Early life and career [ edit] 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. The broadcaster will then present his first show on Greatest Hits Radio on Monday 3. ", Lorna Clarke, head of production for Radio 2, said: "Ken is an extraordinary broadcaster with an exceptional career over many decades. And despite a big coverage announcement today, BBC Radio 2 tells us their commentator will be announced 'in due course'. Vernon is the new host of the mid-morning show on BBC Radio 2, and will launch his new show in May. From PopMaster to Eurovision, here's why millions of people tune in to our Ken. 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. 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. 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. 2. 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. "Were going to miss you lots Ken and want to congratulate you on a fantastic career at the BBC.". He said: "What better way to celebrate my 45 years in radio than with a new adventure and a brand-new show on Greatest Hits Radio. pic.twitter.com/Wpjj9uIXH9. Vernon's chat on the airwaves comes as his predecessor Ken says he's been forced to leave the station early, explaining last week will air this Friday, rather than the end of March. . Bruce joins a Radio 2 exodus which began with Chris Evanss departure for Virgin Radio in 2019 and now includes Vanessa Feltz, Simon Mayo, Paul OGrady, Craig Charles and Graham Norton. The BBC has not yet confirmed who will replace Bruce, however Radio 2 often promotes presenters from within its existing roster. The networks presenters include Michael Ball, Zoe Ball, Rob Beckett, Tony Blackburn, OJ Borg, Rev. "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". 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.. 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. Congratulations on a brilliant career.". Fans of Ken Bruce's BBC Radio 2 show were left devastated by the news that his last BBC Radio 2 show will air next Friday, rather than the end of March. This site is part of Newsquest's audited local newspaper network. He will join Greatest Hits Radio in April. It's been a tremendously happy time for me: I've made many friends and worked with many wonderful colleagues. Congratulations on a brilliant career.. After 31 years of presenting the 9:30am-midday weekday show Ken Bruce has decided to leave. inaccuracy or intrusion, then please pic.twitter.com/JMLuO9cXvp, BBC Radio 2 (@BBCRadio2) January 17, 2023. [1] In January 2023, Bruce announced that he would be leaving Radio 2 to join Greatest Hits Radio . Start your Independent Premium subscription today. Bruce said: What better way to celebrate my 45 years in radio than with a new adventure and a brand-new show on Greatest Hits Radio. I will always be very proud of my association with the BBC and Radio 2". The much-loved veteran broadcaster will host a new daily show for Bauers station Greatest Hits Radio, taking his iconic PopMaster game with him. With Radio 2 inserting an additional three weeks, it does give the chance for some listeners to calm a little while Gary Davies takes over., A Radio 2 spokesperson told The Independent: Ken decided to leave Radio 2 and its always been known hes leaving in March. 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. See you in April!. Fans of Wright say his successor, Scott Mills, is playing fewer hits from the 60s and 70s, in favour of more recent dance music. Thank you for the countless joys of your wonderful show, and long may they continue in your new home. I would stress that this is entirely my decision but some new opportunities have come up and I would like to continue my career in a slightly different way in the next few years, the details of which will be revealed shortly. BBC) Ken Bruce is leaving Radio 2 at the end of this week ( Image: BBC/Ray Burmiston) Speaking with Zoe on Radio 2 this morning, Vernon gushed how excited he was to be joining the. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Do you have a story to sell? 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). Bruce, 71, said "the time is right" for him to leave, announcing the news on Tuesday's show. They have no choice but to let him go sooner rather than later. In a statement, Bruce said: "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. "I would stress that this is entirely my decision. Available now Nigel Harman 57:00 All available. Speaking about his new gig last week, Vernon said: "To be asked to step into those big shoes it was a big deep breath, Ill be honest with you. Bruce also told the Daily Mail newspaper: I was called in at 12.30 and told that my final show would be a week today and wasnt given any real reason that I understood. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. The 71-year-old said he will be leaving the show next Friday rather than at the end of March as intended. The decision has been taken to stifle Bruces self-promotion ahead of him joining the Bauer-owned station from 3 April, according to sources who spoke to The Times. He will remain at the station until the end of March, he said. Ken Bruce. Comedian Marcus Brigstocke posted: "Well miss you Ken! Upcoming episodes of Ken Bruce. Vernon went on to get emotional as he reflected on all the support he has received since he was announced as the new host earlier this month. The broadcaster, 71, confirmed on Tuesday (January 17) that he would be. Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? Video, Rescuers search wreckage of deadly Greece train crash, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. The 67-year-old broadcaster spoke out following the news Bruce was leaving the BBC . If you are dissatisfied with the response provided you can BBC Radio 2 - Ken Bruce The best in music every weekday with Ken Bruce, with live sessions. Ken's departure was announced on his radio show in January as the BBC later tweeted: "We have some news After 31 years of presenting the 9:30am-midday weekday show Ken Bruce has decided to leave. Read about our approach to external linking. 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. Ken Bruce will be leaving BBC Radio 2 after 31 years of presenting on the radio station. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Are you sure you want to delete this comment? Get in touch with us at webcelebs@mirror.co.uk or call us direct 0207 29 33033. HP10 9TY. 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. Celeb obsessed? The move was announced on BBC Radio 2 at 2pm on Friday (24th February) after being leaked by The Sun on Thursday evening. "In the meantime, I will always be tremendously proud of my association with the BBC and in particular with Radio 2." 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). Radio 2 will announce the host and details of the new mid-morning show at a later date. Data returned from the Piano 'meterActive/meterExpired' callback event. I say brand-new but there will still be PopMaster, me and my musings and all the great records you know and love from the 70s, 80s and 90s. Lets enjoy the week ahead!. 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. 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. "However I feel that after 45 years of full-time broadcasting on BBC Radio it's time for a change. All available episodes Ken is nowhere to be found. "What a fantastic start to a great year of increased ambition and innovation for Bauer Media Audio. In February, he then told his Twitter followers that, while he had intended to fulfil his contract to the end of March, the corporation had decided it wants me to leave earlier and his last show will be Friday 3 March. Bruce, 72, announced that he will leave BBC Radio 2 when his current contract comes to an end in March. 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. 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.. @RealKenBruce pic.twitter.com/uPMdMSGd5D, Rylan Clark, who hosts a Radio 2 show on Saturdays, wrote on Twitter: "Going to be so missed on air, but personally I'll miss having a beer in a foreign country discussing anything and everything whilst at Eurovision. I had intended fulfilling my contract until the end of March but the BBC has decided it wants me to leave earlier. BBC Radio 2. Paul O'Grady has criticised Radio 2, saying 'it's not what it was' after Ken Bruce quit his primetime show.. 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. Thank you for being such a joyful & brilliant part of our lives mate", Meanwhile, former Pointless host and author, Richard Osman replied: "Hopefully you can squeeze in a 'House Of Games' in between. Accessibility links. Well done, love.". "I would stress that this is entirely my decision . Klicken Sie auf Einstellungen verwalten um weitere Informationen zu erhalten und Ihre Einstellungen zu verwalten. . 2023 BBC. The BBC confirmed that Ken Bruce would be replaced by Vernon Kay with the new host taking over in May. Bruce, 72, announced that he will leave BBC Radio 2 when his current contract comes to an end in March. Thanks for always being so lovely. It is part of us, it is in our DNA. Bruce will present a show from 10am to 1pm on Greatest Hits Radio, joining presenters including Simon Mayo at Drivetime and Jackie Brambles in the early evening. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. contact the editor here. Scott started his career at the age of 16 and joined BBC Radio One in 1998. Dies geschieht in Ihren Datenschutzeinstellungen. His departure comes after Steve Wright left after 23 years as afternoon host. Ben Cooper, chief content and music officer at parent company Bauer Audio UK, said Bruce was "a broadcasting legend, with the biggest radio show in the UK". Returning to Wogan House for a week after a month of broadcasting the Piano Room sessions at Maida Vale provided a natural break.. 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. "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. Radio 2 tried him late evenings back in the 90's and he hated it. The news comes after theScottish broadcasting veteran Bruce confirmed that he would be stepping down from his mid-morning show for31 years. "My dad is a lorry driver and I said this when I joined Radio 2 and started standing in for Steve Wright, so weve always had Radio 2 on in the background. 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Ben Cooper, chief content and music officer at Bauer Audio UK which owns Greatest Hits Radio, said: "Ken Bruce is a broadcasting legend, with the biggest radio show in the UK, 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. Lets enjoy the week ahead!". And this Spring, Radio 2 presents a stellar range of brilliant live music (including a Country extravaganza), world exclusive interviews and exciting new programming. As a subscriber, you are shown 80% less display advertising when reading our articles. 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. ", While former Countdown star Carol Vorderman chimed in: "I couldnt wish you more love in the world Ken. "What shoes to fill, Ken's last week has got us all in our feels," Zoe mused, as she spoke at length about Ken's glistening career. 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. Dermot OLeary,Zoe BallandSara Coxare also rumoured to be in the running to take over when Bruce departs. They ain't going to get rid of Chris Evans anytime soon so Ken, just where he is works really well. BBC broadcasting legend Ken Bruce is leaving Radio 2 after 31 years presenting his 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. Homepage. I say brand new but there will still be PopMaster, me and my musings and all the great records you know and love from the 70s, 80s and 90s. Ken says: 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. Listeners, who took to social media to express their shock at Bruces exit, have also rebelled against Radio 2s evolving music policy. A Gannett Company. Currently, the winner can choose between two prizes: Bluetooth headphones or a smart speaker. The radio personality has not mentioned any details about his exit or leave from the show. This website and associated newspapers adhere to the Independent Press Standards Organisation's He will join Greatest Hits Radio in April. Leave him alone. Please report any comments that break our rules. Its been a tremendously happy time for me: Ive made many friends and worked with many wonderful colleagues.. In a Twitter statement shared . Get a daily dose of showbiz gossip direct to your inbox. The broadcaster, 72, was due to leave his mid-morning weekday show after 31 years at the end of March. Were going to miss you lots Ken and want to congratulate you on a fantastic career at the BBC. He added: I would stress that this is entirely my decision but some new opportunities have come up and I would like to continue my career in a slightly different way in the next few years, the details of which will be revealed shortly. Why is Scott Mills on Radio 2 today? Vernon Kay enjoyed a telling chat with Zoe Ball on Radio 2 this morning, after being announced as Ken Bruce's replacement last week. contact IPSO here, 2001-2023. 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 shows most recent weekly reach was 8.56m (Rajar, Q3 2022). You can listen back to the most recent instalments via BBC Sounds. 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. What a fantastic start to a great year of increased ambition and innovation for Bauer Media Audio.. BBC broadcasting legend Ken Bruce is leaving Radio 2 after 31 years presenting his weekday mid-morning show. Returning to Wogan House for a week after a month of broadcasting the Piano Room sessions at Maida Vale provided a natural break. 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. BBC Radio 2 - Tracks Of My Years Tracks Of My Years Home Episodes Ken Bruce talks to a special guest about their favourite records. It can also be found on Freeview channel 716 and Sky channel 0151. The man has raised the bar so high.". Ken Bruce announced his exit from the station in January saying he's off . Ben Cooper, chief content and music officer at Bauer Audio UK, said: Ken Bruce is a broadcasting legend, with the biggest radio show in the UK, 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. Those ads you do see are predominantly from local businesses promoting local services. Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies. (PA), Bruce confirmed that he would be stepping down. Ken Bruce has revealed the fate of his much-loved PopMaster quiz after announcing that he's departing BBC Radio 2. Veteran radio presenter Ken Bruce has announced he's stepping back from his Radio 2 morning show after 31 years to join commercial station Greatest Hits . In January, Bruce announced he would leave the corporation after 45 years to host a show on commercial rival, Greatest Hits Radio. 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. Ken has also presented Radio 2's coverage of Eurovision since 1988, and has been a regular presenter of Sunday Night is Music Night. He has also fronted Radio 2s coverage of the Eurovision Song Contest since 1988. Fans have flooded Bruce's comments section to send their best wishes to the presenter following the news. Speaking on Friday,Bruce revealed thathe had intended to fulfil his contract at Radio 2 which was due to run out at the end of March. Gary Davies, who currently hosts the stations Sounds of the 80s show and often deputises for Bruce on his show, is thought to be the favourite to take the slot permanently. Ken Bruce has confirmed his departure date from BBC Radio 2. BBC broadcasting legend Ken Bruce is leaving Radio 2 after 31 years presenting his weekday mid-morning show. Watch the best stripped-back live music from the Elton John piano. All rights reserved. Ken Bruce shared the news he was quitting BBC Radio 2 after 31 years presenting his 9.30am to midday show. Rescuers search wreckage of deadly Greece train crash. The star explained it was the right time to move on and has made "many friends and. The segment was introduced to Bruces programme in 1998 and usually airs at around 10.30am each day. He will join Greatest Hits Radio in April. 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