Of course, theyd smell it down the corridor and the manager would be up saying, Are you cooking in the room?. Meanwhile, the keen farmer produced his own chutney and jam - but he couldn't shake off the boredom, and was elated when the time came to return to work. He said he had handled the matter in "an honourable way", seeing out his current contract and handing in his notice to station bosses. READ NOW: EastEnders star Charlie Brooks loses battle with neighbours. 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. 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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. So no, Paul OGrady, Radio 2 isnt what it was, but nothing can stay the same for ever. Bruces departure marks the culmination of both his 31-year career with Radio 2 and a painful week for everyone involved. O'Grady has hosted his current show for 13 years, but a recent scheduling change saw Rob Beckett taking over for two three-month stints each year. BBC Radio 2 fans are angry after hearing fan favourite Paul O'Grady is being taken off air after 23 years - to be replaced by younger comedian Rob Beckett. Vote now! I learnt two songs on the ukulele, I made loads of chutney and jam and I wrote a kids book. Ive just filmed a series about elephants in Thailand. 233 following. For tickets see here. I live on a farm in Kent and I ended up talking to my pigs! It really, really means a lot and I'm back on afternoons until the Autumn from tomorrow anyway. 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. Beckett will return to Sunday afternoons for his next 13-week run of shows next Sunday. O'Grady came to prominence in the 1990s as a stand-up comedian with a Scouse drag queen persona, Lily Savage, with which he presented game show Blankety Blank and other light entertainment programmes. Paul O'Grady. They wanted three and to tell you the truth I dont have an idea in my head for the third one! 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. 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 . Get a daily dose of showbiz gossip direct to your inbox. "We wish Paul the very best of luck and hope to work . Paul O'Grady leaves Sunday Radio 2 show after 14 years. Advertisement. Paul O'Grady revealed the real reason behind his BBC Radio 2 exit ahead of his final Sunday show.. I know youre not supposed to but I like working with kids. After playing his last song, Friends by Bette Midler, he signed off with: "So you look after yourselves, stay safe and well. 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. Besides Sausage and his other dogs, Paul also keeps pigs, chickens, sheep, goats and fluffy alpacas, meaning there's never a quiet moment on the farm. Paul O'Grady has hit out at BBC Radio 2 for allowing Ken Bruce to depart the station. Meanwhile, Paul's own departure came soon after a long lockdown period during which the bubbly broadcaster admitted to being "fed up and bored". Watch: Paul O'Grady explains reasons for leaving Radio 2 after 14 years. While Im on the subject Id also like to thank my producer ( sounds very grand) Malcolm Prince who is one of the best in the business and hasnt cracked once in the 14 years weve been on air. 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.. He went on to host a number of chat shows, first with ITV and later with Channel 4, and a revival of dating show Blind Date. Paul O'Grady signed off on Sunday from his final Radio 2 show, O'Grady with Malcolm Prince, the producer on his radio show since 2009, Harry: I feared losing memories of mum during therapy, US-made cheese can be called 'gruyere' - court, The children left behind in Cuba's exodus, Canadian grandma helps police snag phone scammer, AOC under investigation for Met Gala dress. The presenter took to Instagram to share a message with his followers ahead of his final show on August 14. #Blackpool. Reels. Paul O'Grady has criticised Radio 2, saying 'it's not what it was' after Ken Bruce quit his primetime show.. O'Grady has hosted his current show for 13 years . Tweets. Schedule. I am absolutely over the moon, I really am.'. "Happily with the chat show, Eurovision and Drag Race the BBC continues to be my perfect TV home.". The decision . His final programme will be this Sunday . They said: 'It shows zero respect for Ken and what he has done for Radio 2.'. Remembering that his initial work for Radio 2 had been as an occasional stand-in presenter 14 years ago before he was handed his current show in 2009, he said: "I only came to do a few hours for Elaine Paige and look what happened.". One furious fan tweeted: Whose idea is it to replace @PaulOGradyShow with @robbeckettcomic even for 13 weeks? Tweets & replies. ', The comments below have not been moderated, By
The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. 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. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. 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. Speaking to his long-suffering colleague in their 546th and final programme, O'Grady, 67, said the show had been one of the "longest jobs I've ever held down", before addressing his listeners to tell them it "wouldn't have been the same" without them. Paul O'Grady and Steve Wright. The 67-year-old hosted the Sunday afternoon programme for almost 13 years . 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. Get in touch with us at webcelebs@mirror.co.uk or call us direct 0207 29 33033. But Eddie, one of my other dogs, hates them all hes not interested in friends! "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!". 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. Bruce is the latest veteran to leave the station, but he insists it is his decision.
I had intended fulfilling my contract until the end of March but the BBC has decided it wants me to leave earlier. 03:00. One passionate fan tweeted: Oh that is the best news!! The 67-year-old has been at the station for 14 years and has hosted the Sunday afternoon slot since 2009. He attended Christian Brothers School and, after his graduation, worked as a clerk in a magistrate's court. Let's enjoy the week ahead!". Radio 2 announces today that presenter Paul O'Grady has decided to leave his Sunday afternoon show on the network. Paul O'Grady is leaving BBC Radio 2, saying it was "the right time to go". Tags: Paul O'Grady. Radio 2 was always for an older audience. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Ahead of his final show, O'Grady cited the change as the reason he was going. "Its been an honour and privilege to be the Breakfast voice of BBC Radio London for 20 years and although Im leaving the show, Ill continue to expect hugs from my lovely listeners when I see them on the streets of London! Paul O'Grady is leaving BBC Radio 2, saying it was "the right time to go". O'Grady, 67, had . Theyve already asked me! Paul O'Grady. Many took to Twitter to express their delight for the TV and radio legend. He said: 'My dad is a lorry driver and I said this when I joined Radio 2 and started standing in for Steve Wright, so we've always had Radio 2 on in the background. So what do you think of this story? OGrady has said this weekends show will be his final broadcast: Ive loved doing my Sunday afternoon show for the last 14 years and Im going to miss my listeners as well as the fun Ive had with my producer, Malcolm Prince, but I feel that now is the right time to go.. The former Coronation Street star can still be heard on BBC Radio 6 Music each weekday (1-4pm) and on The Craig Charles Funk and Soul Show (Saturday nights, 6-9pm). 'I had intended fulfilling my contract until the end of March but the BBC has decided it wants me to leave earlier. Paul O'Grady pictured in February 2022. It was then announced Ken would be swapping the BBC for Bauer at the end of March, as it was revealed he would joining Greatest Hits Radio. 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 statement concluded: "[We] will continue to be a multi-generational radio station that serves a 35-plus audience with listeners tuning in each week to our brilliant range of programmes, hosted by some of the UKs best-loved presenters.". "But it didnt work out like that, so it was an uncomfortable period., Speaking to the Daily Mail, Simon said he felt bosses were under 'genuine pressure from the top about improving the number of women in daytime and to make the network more contemporary.'. It isnt an easy balancing act, but this shifting landscape will no doubt kick Radio 2 into gear. Broadcaster Paul O'Grady has revealed his a next role after leaving BBC Radio 2 - and it's something very different. BBC bosses have cancelled long-running shows . Im really looking forward to it, because I havent done theatre for a while. They always show the dog playing with the kids, catching a ball and sitting on the sofa and the new owner saying they wouldnt be without them. To get the latest news from the capital visit Metro.co.uk's visitMetro's London news hub. 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.. Theyre trying to aim for a much younger audience, which doesnt make sense because youve got Radio 1. Leave a comment if you're watching! "So, I did the honourable thing and I honoured my contract, gave my notice and now I'm off. "Radio 2 has changed, it . Paul OGrady has expressed his disappointment with BBC Radio 2, saying its not what it was. "I'll miss being a part of the Wogan House family, as well as the listeners and their lives. No longer self isolating but still cautious. Also leaving the station is his producer Malcolm Prince, whom he jokingly insulted on every show. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. There is Sara Coxs upbeat drivetime slot, Jo Whileys pure-joy Shiny Happy Playlist to accompany cooking our evening meal, and Trevor Nelsons stellar late-night Rhythm Nation. '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. Read about our approach to external linking. Thank you @BoomRadioUK, before asking: Will there be a regular spot for #teampog in the future?, The radio station saw the tweet and replied back: Well mention it to Father Christmas when we see him.. Paul O'Grady reflects on another birthday. Maybe it is a deeply-embedded loyalty to the station I never realised I had, maybe it is blind optimism, but I dont think this is the case. 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 presenter, 66, has been replaced with comedian . The comedian, 67 . There's not another radio programme like it the incomparable Paul O'Grady. Courteney Cox reacts to Prince Harry's claim he did mushrooms at house [REVELATIONS], Louise Minchin gave up sport 30 years ago over changing bodyshape [INTERVIEW], Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford share rare snaps with son on birthday [PICTURES]. His last show will be broadcast on Friday (3 March). ", He added: "Thanks very much and good luck to everyone on Radio 2 and long may it continue.". (PA) Paul O'Grady has issued a lengthy statement explaining the BBC 's decision to take his radio show off air until May. The broadcaster, 67, took to the Radio 2 airwaves one last time earlier today . For starters, the figures of listeners deserting the station might seem startling 580,000 people, according to the audience research body Rajar but in the context of Radio 2s 14 million weekly listeners, there is a long way to go until its total collapse. The station has also lost Paul O'Grady, Vanessa Feltz and Graham Norton. I was, because Im a great believer in continuity. Paul will reprise his role as Miss Hannigan, who he previously played back in 1998. The comedian, 66, who used to perform as drag queen Lily Savage, has taken to social media and addressed the . 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. 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