Helen Thomas, head of Radio 2, wished him luck for the future and said she was "sorry to see him go". Youll get a dog coming in thats in a terrible state and terrified of its own shadow. In July last year, Vanessa Feltz decided to turn her early alarm off for good and quit quit BBC Radio 2 and BBC Radio London. 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. Steve Wright, who earned 450,000 a year, has also lost his longstanding afternoon show. 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. 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. 'I'm a little surprised and disappointed.'. Can Nigeria's election result be overturned? Bruce revealed on Friday (24 February) that he had been asked to leave before fulfilling his contract for another month. An industry insider said the move by the BBC made the broadcaster look 'very ungracious' about Bruce's 'decades of service'. For over 14 years, the 67-year-old had been hosting the Sunday afternoon show before a shift saw him routinely switching with . During that time he met a woman named Diane Jansen with whom he had a brief affair. and ", He added: "Thanks very much and good luck to everyone on Radio 2 and long may it continue.". Producer: The Paul O'Grady Show. Paul O'Grady has revealed that his BBC Radio 2 weekend show will not air again until May due to a "management decision". Fans greeted the news of his replacement with mixed reviews and branded BBC bosses' decision 'classless', but appearing on The Zoe Ball Breakfast Show this morning, Kay paid tribute to his predecessor. Previously: Graham Norton/Alan Carr & Melanie Sykes/Elaine Paige/TheVictoriaWoodSongbook. Show More Posts from paulogrady. The presenter, 66, has been replaced with comedian . Its a Cinderella story. 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.. Radio 2 fans have accused the BBC of ageism after Paul O'Grady quit the station today. 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.". Read about our approach to external linking. 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. Shes lovely, the friendliest dog on the planet. 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. 'I had intended fulfilling my contract until the end of March but the BBC has decided it wants me to leave earlier. 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. Posts. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Listen live. The presenter will be absent from BBC Radio 2 for 13 weeks. Will you be tuning into Paul O Gradys show on Christmas Day? 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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. for a Royal special, tonight on ITV1 & ITVX at 9pm! 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. I always say, You dont want this again, do you, arent you sick of me? I think its popular because its a feel-good programme. Radio 2 was always for an older audience. Paul O'Grady is set to play Miss Hannigan in Annie (Picture: Rex/Metro) TV host Paul O'Grady, 67, . 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. His last show . Why do they never ask the listeners for their views? The real story here is that commercial radio is having a moment and good for them. 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.". 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.. Paul O'Grady is quitting his BBC Radio 2 show following a shake-up which saw him share the slot with another presenter. Their daughter, Sharyn, was born in 1974. "Radio 2 has changed, its not what it was. 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Read more: Entertainment Daily Awards 2022: Is Paul OGrady your National Treasure? "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!". BBC Radio 2, Paul OGrady lamented this week, is not what it once was. Paul O'Grady has expressed his "disappointment" with BBC Radio 2, saying "it's not what it was". More info. Leave a comment if you're watching! (ITV/Getty/BBC) BBC Radio 2 has been undergoing somewhat of a facelift over the last few years. What I think is happening is that we are passing through a period of turbulence. Paul O'Grady leaves Sunday Radio 2 show after 14 years. 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. O'Grady and Beckett had been swapping over every 13 weeks in the slot, after a shake-up to the station's schedule. The 67-year-old broadcaster spoke out following the newsBruce was leaving the BBC station after 45 years to go to commercial rival Greatest Hits Radio. Dec 19, 2022. 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. #POGDOGS. 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. "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.". Theyre trying to aim for a much younger audience, which doesnt make sense because youve got Radio 1.. I was so fed-up and bored. 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. Returning to Wogan House for a week after a month of broadcasting the Piano Room sessions at Maida Vale provided a natural break. Paul O'Grady claims that BBC Radio 2 'has changed' (Credit: ITV) Paul finished his stint on Radio 2 last August. InJanuary, when Bruce announced his departure, former Radio 2 DJ Vanessa feltz accused the BBC of ageism. BBC bosses have cancelled long-running shows . Why Alex Murdaugh was spared the death penalty, Why Trudeau is facing calls for a public inquiry, The shocking legacy of the Dutch 'Hunger Winter'. Work in tv, radio and theatre when they'll have me and now and then I'll write a book. 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. Ive played Miss Hannigan before, in 1998 in London, and then we toured with it. . The 67-year-old will be replaced by ex-Radio 1 host Scott Mills, 49. So no, Paul OGrady, Radio 2 isnt what it was, but nothing can stay the same for ever. On Monday, Paul gave insight into the fact his show was being taken off the air for more than three months stating that the decision was not his idea. Ive just filmed a series about elephants in Thailand. The For the Love of Dogs host announced the news last week, saying he feels that . Vernon Kay has been announced as Bruces replacement, and will join fellow DJs Zoe Ball, Dermot OLeary, Rylan and Steve Wright. I'd like to thank my producer Malcolm Prince and all the teams I've worked with for a great decade of radio. 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The 67-year-old announced in August this year that he was stepping down . 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. 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. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Beckett will return to Sunday afternoons for his next 13-week run of shows next Sunday. . Some healthy competition will, in the long run, make Radio 2 a better station. 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]. Paul O'Grady leaves Sunday Radio 2 show after 14 years. Join Paul for an exclusive live afternoon chat and book signing at. Home of the Daily and Sunday Express. He said he had handled the matter in "an honourable way", seeing out his current contract and handing in his notice to station bosses. 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. 2-min read. After playing his last song, Friends by Bette Midler, he signed off with: "So you look after yourselves, stay safe and well. Radio 2 announces today that presenter Paul O'Grady has decided to leave his Sunday afternoon show on the network. Ahead of his final show, O'Grady cited the change as the reason he was going. Paul O'Grady is stepping down from his BBC Radio 2 show after hosting the Sunday afternoon slot for 14 years. Paul admitted it was a "marriage of convenience", saying he wedded Teresa Fernandes in 1977 to stop her from being deported. The former Radio 2 host spoke out after Ken was confirmed to be leaving in March. Comedy legend Paul O'Grady has been a regular Radio 2 host on Sunday afternoons since 2009 – but has been removed from airwaves by BBC bosses and fans are not happy about his replacement 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. 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. Vanessa Feltz has also quit her early morning breakfast show, along with her BBC London presenting job, amid speculation she could be joining a revamped talkTV schedule. 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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! "I have loved every moment with my Radio 2 'Early Birds' and will miss my Lovely Listeners, Jolly Good Fellows and beloved friends and colleagues at Radio 2 with all my heart," she told listeners via a statement. "Obviously I'm sad to be stepping away from my Radio 2 show," Graham said in a statement at the time. Paul O'Grady has addressed his BBC Radio 2 exit after 14 years. The comedian, 66, who used to perform as drag queen Lily Savage, has taken to social media and addressed the . The tv star will not be on the airwaves until May as Rob Beckett takes over his BBC Radio 2 slot. Paul O'Grady revealed the real reason behind his BBC Radio 2 exit ahead of his final Sunday show.. 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. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. At first, I thought, I dont want to go to Thailand. I went a bit sulky! 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. Craig, definitely. 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So what do you think of this story? The presenter took to Instagram to share a message with his followers ahead of his final show on August 14. 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.". February 2022. They wanted three and to tell you the truth I dont have an idea in my head for the third one! Many took to Twitter to express their delight for the TV and radio legend. The comedian, 67, has hosted a Sunday afternoon programme on the UKs most popular radio station for the last 14 years. Us passengers might be panicking, but those in the cockpit are not. Paul O'Grady and Andre Portasio were married in August 2017 He also . The 67-year-old has been at the station for 14 years and has hosted the Sunday afternoon slot since 2009. Jamie Phillips "So, I did the honourable thing and I honoured my contract, gave my notice and now I'm off. The TV and radio host lamented that he was . So where does that leave Radio 2? Paul will reprise his role as Miss Hannigan, who he previously played back in 1998. "Thank you very much for the kind words. The BAFTA . In the meantime, lets look at what we still have. In my version shes a bit raggy. 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. To mark the occasion, Daily Star has taken a sneak-peek into his life. 'They became frustrated by the rival station launching a marketing campaign for his show. They said: 'It shows zero respect for Ken and what he has done for Radio 2.'. It seems Paul is showing no signs of slowing down anytime soon. Dont we all! 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. His final programme will be this Sunday . 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 live on a farm in Kent and I ended up talking to my pigs! He revealed yet more huge career news on Instagram in October, announcing that he will be joining the cast of Annie. 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. Paul O'Grady is leaving BBC Radio 2, saying it was "the right time to go". (PA) Paul O'Grady has issued a lengthy statement explaining the BBC 's decision to take his radio show off air until May. 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. 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.. There's not another radio programme like it the incomparable Paul O'Grady. His personality, spontaneity and don't-take-this-too-seriously work so well on the radio. Theyve already asked me! 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. The comedian, 66, who used to perform as drag queen Lily Savage, presented Paul . Download Podcasts. READ NOW: EastEnders star Charlie Brooks loses battle with neighbours. Paul O'Grady's regular BBC Radio 2 show will no longer be on the airwaves until May. So, all being well and providing Im not in India or Borneo, travel restrictions permitting, I should be back some time in May. I was, because Im a great believer in continuity. We're delighted that we are back! Paul O'Grady. 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. Audio Producer #TeamPOGradio with Paul O'Grady. The BBC's Eurovision Song Contest's commentator Graham Norton kicked off the exodus of stars moving on from Radio 2 in 2020, when the presenter quit his weekend slot at the station. You can unsubscribe at any time. It leaves a sour taste.'. 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". The broadcaster, 67, took to the Radio 2 airwaves one last time earlier today . Jamie Phillips 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 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. Paul O'Grady's fans are seething over his removal from BBC Radio 2 and his replacement, Some Radio 2 fans are livid that Paul will be replaced by Rob Beckett and have vowed to boycott his show, Paul took to Instagram earlier this week to discuss his removal from the airwaves. It posted a statement on social media, which read: "We're sad to say that after 14 years on Sunday afternoons, Paul O'Grady has decided to leave Radio 2". Fortunately, Paul is still very much in demand with TV producers, admitting that he has "already" been asked to take part in another series of For The Love Of Dogs. Bruces departure marks the culmination of both his 31-year career with Radio 2 and a painful week for everyone involved. 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. Half a million listeners have already tuned out of the station in the past year, and Bruces departure will no doubt cost them more. 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. Paul O'Grady QUITS his Radio 2 show after 14 years in latest BBC shake-up. 'It's the best quiz on radio': Will PopMaster's devoted fans follow Ken Bruce to Greatest Hits? 'Radio 2 has changed, it's not what it was,' he told Metro.co.uk. The 67-year-old has been at the station for 14 years and has hosted the Sunday afternoon slot since 2009. To get the latest news from the capital visit Metro.co.uk's visitMetro's London news hub. He has also recently confirmed that the For the Love of Dogs Christmas special will feature a special royal guest. Im really looking forward to it, because I havent done theatre for a while.

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