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. The real story here is that commercial radio is having a moment and good for them. One furious fan tweeted: Whose idea is it to replace @PaulOGradyShow with @robbeckettcomic even for 13 weeks? Listen live. BBC Radio 2 confirmed the news that Paul O'Grady was leaving at approximately 11 am on Tuesday, 9 August 2022. Tweets & replies. You can unsubscribe at any time. Street fighting in Bakhmut but Russia not in control, Saving Private Ryan actor Tom Sizemore dies at 61, Alex Murdaugh's legal troubles are far from over, The children left behind in Cuba's mass exodus, Xi Jinping's power grab - and why it matters, Snow, Fire and Lights: Photos of the Week. During that time he met a woman named Diane Jansen with whom he had a brief affair. They wanted three and to tell you the truth I dont have an idea in my head for the third one! His replacement, Vernon Kay, has been met with scepticism, and so the whole palaver has cemented one prevailing narrative: that we are witnessing the demise of Radio 2. ', The comments below have not been moderated, By 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.". Paul will reprise his role as Miss Hannigan, who he previously played back in 1998. 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. Schedule. Read about our approach to external linking. The 67-year-old announced in August this year that he was stepping down . . Fans reacted in horror at his shock news with actress Amanda Mealing branding the move by Radio 2 basses: a f**king farce. The former Radio 2 host spoke out after Ken was confirmed to be leaving in March. Helen Thomas, head of Radio 2, wished him luck for the future and said she was "sorry to see him go". Paul O'Grady, Simon Mayo, and Ken Bruce are just some of the big names to exit Radio 2 in recent years. MORE : Craig Revel Horwood loves playing Miss Hannigan in Annie: She despises children and shes drunk most of the time, MORE : Vernon Kay emotional as he speaks out on taking over from Ken Bruce on BBC Radio 2, Saving Private Ryan actor Tom Sizemore dies aged 61 after brain aneurysm, Gogglebox star Ellie Warner reveals babys gender in adorable moment with sister Izzis young children, Babatunde Aleshe confirms Matt Hancock is out of Im A Celebrity Get Me Out of Here! The broadcaster, 67, took to the Radio 2 airwaves one last time earlier today . 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Paul James O'Grady was born on 14 June 1955 in Birkenhead, England. Alternative Sounds of the 90s with Dermot O'Leary. Of course, theyd smell it down the corridor and the manager would be up saying, Are you cooking in the room?. In July, many listeners vented their anger as it was revealed that Steve's much-loved afternoon show was coming to an end after 23 years. Paul O'Grady has announced that he will be departing his BBC Radio 2 show after 14 years in the job. His final show was in August 2022, which devastated regular listeners who had come to enjoy his broadcasts. Radio 2 "is not what it was" and its quest for a younger audience makes no sense, according to Paul O'Grady, who departed the station last year. Craig, definitely. See today's front and back pages, download the newspaper, order back issues and use the historic Daily Express newspaper archive. ", He added: "Thanks very much and good luck to everyone on Radio 2 and long may it continue.". They have to be. Shes lovely, the friendliest dog on the planet. Dec 19, 2022. Rory Tingle For Mailonline. Why do they never ask the listeners for their views? 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. Meanwhile, Paul's own departure came soon after a long lockdown period during which the bubbly broadcaster admitted to being "fed up and bored". Vote now! So no, Paul OGrady, Radio 2 isnt what it was, but nothing can stay the same for ever. The TV star described his show as a "Cinderella story" during which animals who were previously "scared of their own shadow" can be seen regaining confidence and happiness after being matched to the right loving families. 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. 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.. For over 14 years, the 67-year-old had been hosting the Sunday afternoon show before a shift saw him routinely switching with . The For the Love of Dogs host announced the news last week, saying he feels that . It seems Paul is showing no signs of slowing down anytime soon. It leaves a sour taste.'. 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. 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. The star bid farewell to Radio 2 listeners forever on Friday 26 August and went on to land a job on Talk TV. 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. 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. Audio Producer #TeamPOGradio with 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]. However, he announced his decision to part ways with the station last year, insisting that it was "the right time to go" under the circumstances. Malcolm Prince. Paul O'Grady is stepping down from his BBC Radio 2 show after hosting the Sunday afternoon slot for 14 years. Absence explained. 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. Other casualties include some of our most beloved presenters, including Vanessa Feltz, Graham Norton and Simon Mayo who have all left their shows for other stations and now, we bid farewell to Ken Bruce, his wonderful weekday midmorning show and his dulcet Scottish tones. #POGDOGS. 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. Your news has made my Christmas! he chuckled, before adding that he also used the time to pen a children's book and learnt to play the ukelele. 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 67-year-old has hosted the Sunday . The TV and radio host lamented that he was . 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. TV host Paul OGrady, 67, on cooking a naughty breakfast in hotels, saying goodbye to Radio 2 and the joy of seeing rescue dogs rehomed. Ahead of his last show, Paul O'Grady revealed why he is quitting his BBC Radio 2 show. After 14 years, you left your Radio 2 show last year, handing in your notice after being . We ask for your permission before anything is loaded, as they may be using cookies and other technologies. 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. After playing his last song, Friends by Bette Midler, he signed off with: "So you look after yourselves, stay safe and well. Join Paul and the Dogs at. 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. A terrific listen today. Get in touch with us at webcelebs@mirror.co.uk or call us direct 0207 29 33033. Following his departure from Radio 2, the much-loved presenter has revealed that he is not only working on a second series of the NTA nominated series For the Love of Dogs but also the release of a second childrens book. All rights reserved. The presenter, 66, has been replaced with comedian . 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. 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. First published on Sun 14 Aug 2022 17.10 EDT. Radio 2 was always for an older audience.'. But Eddie, one of my other dogs, hates them all hes not interested in friends! '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. A Romanian sausage dog, called Sausage, or Sos I couldnt think of a name for her. I was a familiar sight at Victoria, dressed as Miss Hannigan with 12 orphans behind me, staggering across the street! In a statement shared days before his final show, Paul said: "I've loved doing my Sunday afternoon show for the last 14 years and I'm going to miss my listeners as well as the fun I've had with my producer Malcolm Prince, but I feel that now is the right time to go.". 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. Join Paul for an exclusive live afternoon chat and book signing at. BBC Radio 2 listeners are up in arms after hearing fan favourite Paul OGrady is being taken off air after 23 years to be replaced by younger comedian Rob Beckett. Watch: Paul O'Grady explains reasons for leaving Radio 2 after 14 years. Craig Charles' Radio 2 show on a Saturday night was axed last summer, amid the ongoing shake up of the BBC stations. "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.". 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. 17:24 GMT 28 Feb 2023. But this week it was announced that Paul will be absent for the next 13 weeks and that his show will now only run for 13 week seasons at a time. He said he was doing a national tour of Annie. Also leaving the station is his producer Malcolm Prince, whom he jokingly insulted on every show. 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". 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. Pauls taking #TeamPOGradio to @BoomRadioUK for the annual Christmas show! He added that it was time to "hang up his headphones" and "run free". Paul OGrady fans are over the moon as the much-loved star has revealed his next career venture following his infamous BBC Radio exit. 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.. It's because I wasn't really happy with the 13 weeks on/13 weeks off business. 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Paul O'Grady is quitting his BBC Radio 2 show following a shake-up which saw him share the slot with another presenter. Paul O'Grady. Chris Evans bids farewell to BBC Radio 2. Paul O'Grady. He continues to host For The Love of Dogs, an ITV series following the staff at Battersea Dogs Home and the dogs they care for. Broadcaster Paul O'Grady has revealed his a next role after leaving BBC Radio 2 - and it's something very different. I live on a farm in Kent and I ended up talking to my pigs! At around the same time, veteran broadcaster Ken Bruce, 72, also left the station to transfer to Greatest Hits Radio, sparking an "ageism" row. Their daughter, Sharyn, was born in 1974. Home of the Daily and Sunday Express. Theyre trying to aim for a much younger audience, which doesnt make sense because youve got Radio 1 [for that]," he stated. Meanwhile, Rob expressed his excitement at landing his new Radio 2 role, saying earlier this month: As someone that has inhuman levels of energy, Im incredibly grateful and excited that the BBC are letting me loose on the airwaves to try and pump up anyone feeling the end-of-weekend blues. Bruce is the latest veteran to leave the station, but he insists it is his decision. . Wonderful news and love to you both, another added. Paul's last programme will be on Sunday 14 August as he comes to the end of . Four more whiskies later and Im saying, Do you know, I wouldnt mind doing a few weeks of Annie. So, Im doing seven weeks. Concluding a video message shared with his fans just before his last ever show, Paul said: "And the reason I'm leaving because everybody's asked me this. I am absolutely over the moon, I really am.'. In just a handful of years, the station's schedule has undergone so much change that the . Paul O'Grady is leaving BBC Radio 2, saying it was "the right time to go". "So I'm not going anywhere. He attended Christian Brothers School and, after his graduation, worked as a clerk in a magistrate's court. On a Saturday, between the matinee and the evening show, theyd come over to us, or wed go over to them. 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. Secret husband When we were in the West End with Annie, Starlight Express was on around the corner. 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. I'd like to thank my producer Malcolm Prince and all the teams I've worked with for a great decade of radio. 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. I wish I had some goals, but Ive never been ambitious. Paul O'Grady revealed the real reason behind his BBC Radio 2 exit ahead of his final Sunday show.. "Were going to miss you lots Ken and want to congratulate you on a fantastic career at the BBC.". O'Grady and Beckett had been swapping over every 13 weeks in the slot, after a shake-up to the station's schedule. 03:00. 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. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. In need of constant stimulation, he struggled to thrive without human contact while he was confined to his farm in Kent. I learnt two songs on the ukulele, I made loads of chutney and jam and I wrote a kids book. Hes an experienced broadcaster, has put in the hours as a stand-in, and he might just surprise us. 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. @malprin. Jamie Phillips His final programme will be this Sunday . 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.". Paul O'Grady fans have been left 'concerned' following the BBC 's decision to cut back his Radio 2 slot. What I think is happening is that we are passing through a period of turbulence. Express. "This show stays," he confirmed, referring to his popular weekend programme, before reassuring fans he will be doing ''other exciting projects for Radio 2 in the future.'. Paul O'Grady has criticised Radio 2, saying 'it's not what it was' after Ken Bruce quit his primetime show. 'They became frustrated by the rival station launching a marketing campaign for his show. BBC bosses made OGrady, 67, share slot with Rob Beckett in push to attract younger listeners. 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.". The BBC should think long and hard about what will help retain its older listeners (many of whom are flocking to the likes of Boom Radio for its dedication to nostalgic hits), while still drafting in the generation coming up behind. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. 736K followers. Steve Wright, who earned 450,000 a year, has also lost his longstanding afternoon show. Rory Tingle For Mailonline for a Royal special, tonight on ITV1 & ITVX at 9pm! READ MORE: Paul O'Grady forced to halt final BBC Radio 2 show as he bids emotional farewell. The 67-year-old icon left Radio 2 in . Paul O'Grady claims that BBC Radio 2 'has changed' (Credit: ITV) Paul finished his stint on Radio 2 last August. We are no longer accepting comments on this article. I havent got one. 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. Ill probably get a flat, because then you can cater for yourself. In the meantime, lets look at what we still have. Posts. "We wish Paul the very best of luck and hope to work . The 66-year-old presenter told fans that he will now do "13 weeks on and then 13 off" in the Paul O'Grady on the Wireless slot on Sunday, from 5-7pm.. Read more: Paul O'Grady almost died after petting wounded dog Sharing a picture along with one of his dogs, Nancy, the . Reels. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. Paul admitted it was a "marriage of convenience", saying he wedded Teresa Fernandes in 1977 to stop her from being deported. Dont we all! His last show included many of his popular segments, including providing the recipe for a Hawaiian-style cocktail and paying tribute to listeners' pets that have recently died. 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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). Elsewhere on radio, Jane Garvey, Fi Glover . Gardening leave, it was reported, to avoid each day being one big advert for his new slot on their rival, Bauers Greatest Hits Radio. We wish Ken all the best for the future. Ive just filmed a series about elephants in Thailand. and February 2022. The Drag Race UK judge began presenting his Saturday morning show in 2010, following Jonathan Ross' BBC exit, but after 10 years on-air he walked away from the gig. But in February he was forced to give up half of his shows and share the time slot with 36-year-old comedian Rob Beckett with the men swapping presenting duties every three months. Listen, Kay wouldnt have been my first choice, but lets give the man a chance. Radio 2 announces today that presenter Paul O'Grady has decided to leave his Sunday afternoon show on the network. O'Grady, 67, had . The comedian, 67, has hosted a Sunday afternoon programme on the UKs most popular radio station for the last 14 years. Im not good in hotels. Ive played Miss Hannigan before, in 1998 in London, and then we toured with it. Paul James O'Grady was born on 14 June 1955 in Birkenhead, England. 1:05. Veteran DJ Tony Blackburn has also complained about his Golden Hour show being shunted to Sunday nights. 233 following. 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.. #Blackpool. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you.
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