BBC Breakfast in major format shake-up as Sally Nugent presents show alone in studio

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Russia’s war crimes in Ukraine and nuclear threat, the fallout from Partygate, the cost of living crisis and surging inflation. All of these things have led me to expect a dispirited man.I couldn’t have been wider of the mark.

Carol Kirkwood, 60. told her 235,600 followers that she was stepping away from her usual BBC Breakfast position for a "special reason".The news comes after the weather presenter announced live on BBC Breakfast at the end of last month that she is engaged to be married.Taking to Twitter, Carol addressed her absence with her 235,000 followers.The weather presenter wrote: "I am (obviously!) not at work today… but am heading out to see something rather special!" she announced with a winking emoji."Will share with you later.Take care xxx."@robin_knowles wrote back: "Come on Carol spill, what's happening? Missing you on BBC this morning!!Meanwhile @jackfromdevon chimed in: "Ooh! Can't wait.Sounds like a mirror as you are very special."Carol's next tweet made it clear that she hadn't set off for a special destination yet, as she was doing something a little more mundane before leaving."You can take the girl out of the country…." she joked, before disclosing: "Two loads of washing done and out on the line!!!"Meanwhile she also posted a photo a few days earlier of herself reading a copy of her latest novel, The Hotel On The Riviera.The tagline on the front cover teases: "It's the perfect place to hide a secret".Carol recently revealed that she is preparing to tie the knot with her partner.However she has not publicly announced his identity or even his first name so far.Co-star Sally Nugent outed Carol's new relationship status live on air earlier in the year, teasing: "I'm a little bit concerned about you this morning."I don't know how you're managing to stand up with that giant rock on your left hand."Playing things down, she thanked her colleague and shyly agreed: "It is rather nice.

BBC have reportedly been left feeling uneasy as the search continues for Dan Walker's successor. The former BBC Breakfast star's replacement has reportedly already been chosen, according to reports.

Express.co.uk through the GoFundMe page’s account holders that an anonymous celebrity donation had been made earlier today.They then confirmed that the celebrity was Hugh Grant. The fundraising manager for the page, Depher CiC UK released a statement on the website explaining its aims. It reads: “We established Depher in March 2017; since the launch, we have helped over 39,000 families throughout the United kingdom, in your Town and City.“We are known for our transparency and community support worldwide. “It gives hope and trust to many thousands who use our life-saving service and millions who follow our humanitarian mission.“We are raising funding to help us continue with our essential and life-saving service for our Elderly, Vulnerable and disabled members.“The government and councils do not support Depher CiC with any form of funding or donations; we rely totally on the kindness and generosity of the public and high profile members of the community.“We readjusted our services during the covid pandemic to help thousands of families and emergency services with Plumbing, Boilers, food, gas, electricity, PPE and much more support.” Hugh is frequently involved in public debates about social issues and has been very vocal in his criticism of the conservatives and Boris Johnson. The star, in May, vehemently condemned the Tory government following the release of Sue Grey’s report. He criticised various cabinet members’ support of the Prime Minister after the report revealed damage and drunken antics occurred at parties in Downing Street, which went against Covid restrictions and laws at the time.The Love Actually and A Very English Scandal star, retweeted a post that said: “It’s amazing how many of the Cabinet support

Lorraine Kelly has dished out a classy response to the Prime Minister after he seemingly forgot who she was.

BBC Breakfast, as staff are said to be "uneasy" that Dan Walker's replacement has already been chosen - despite applications being ongoing.Dan Walker left the programme after more than a decade last month to make a move to rival network Channel 5 News.And since then, bosses have been battling to find an adequate replacement for the star, with external applications invited on the BBC website.Though the deadline for applications closed on May 24, interviews are said to still be ongoing for the role, and no official replacement has yet been announced.However, a BBC source has now confirmed exclusively to Daily Star that staff have been left feeling "awkward" behind-the-scenes, as bosses seem to have rushed into the "hasty" decision to make Jon Kay Dan's replacement.They confirmed: "Much as everyone thinks Jon Kay is the heir apparent for Dan's job, there has been some uneasiness that the 'header' picture for the official BBC Breakfast Twitter account has been changed in the last few days (while the process is still ongoing) to include Jon as one of the four main stars."It's perhaps fair enough as he has been part of the 'family' for months, but some of those within the BBC are still vying for the job and feel it's now already been decided."They added: "Some of those candidates also wonder if the show bosses could have waited a few more weeks before doing it."Despite Jon being "well liked" in the studio, it has made certain people feel "uneasy".Our insider said: "There is a bit of awkwardness that the bosses have put Jon in this situation.

EastEnders actress wrote as she posted a photo of her attending the British Soap Awards. She wore a floral midi dress with sheer white sleeves and accessorised the look with a mint green bag and strappy off-white sandals. Fans couldn't get over how stunning she looked as one wrote "you need no lessons queenie" and another said "honestly in love with you".

Longtime daytime TV presenter Lorraine Kelly has said that Prime Minister Boris Johnson has so far snubbed her invitation to appear as a guest on her self-titled ITV show. The 62 year old presenter has said that Boris is welcome as a guest on her TV show “whenever he likes” after the prime minister asked “Who’s Lorraine?” when appearing on ITV last month. The prime minister took part in a Good Morning Britain interview in May, and Susanna Reid who had mentioned Lorraine's show, which airs place at 9am every weekday - and has since 2010 - straight after GMB.

Piers Morgan's TV show during a row about Stanley's Prime Minister son, Boris Johnson.The PM's father appeared on Piers Morgan's Uncensored TalkTV show on Tuesday night (June 14), but the interview took a turn for the worse.The former Good Morning Britain host spoke to Stanley about his PM son Boris, but Stanley ended up branding Piers a "cheater" and claiming the broadcaster had 'lured him in'.Stanley defended his son's actions during the Partygate scandal and told Piers he was confident Boris would still be Prime Minister in two years' time.But the 81-year-old ended up ditching the interview as he'd had enough of Piers, so he walked off before the segment was over.Wrapping up the interview, Piers said: "It is great to see you, [and] as always an effervescent presence."Stanley replied: "You are a cheater, I've got to tell you" before adding: "You know, you lured me in here..."Piers cut in to say: "I'm a trophy hunter, I lured in the trophy."Stanley fired back: "I don't think I am a trophy."Piers continued: "There's nothing wrong with defending your son and we got to talk about trophy hunting and your book."And I showed you doing a handstand, the words you're looking for, Stanley are 'Thank you, Piers.'"However, Stanley decided to get up from his seat and leave the room before Piers could go to an ad break.Stanley shook Piers' hand and said: "See you all, folks,"Piers then urged Stanley: "Tell Boris to come in soon."The former ITV star looked rather taken aback before carrying on with the programme.He joked: "I think he's going to go and get Boris out of the fridge,"Earlier on in the interview, Piers quizzed Stanley on the chances Boris would remain PM.The host told Stanley: "The stats are now heavily against him.

Dan Walker has taken to Twitter to share his thoughts over the latest series of hit Netflix series, Stranger Things.The Channel 5 News presenter, 45, queried why the programme was "turning into a horror show", which led to fans of the series quickly weighing in on the debate in the comments.In view of his 762,100 followers, the former BBC Breakfast presenter put a question about the series to his fans.Dan wrote: "Anyone know why they’ve turned #StrangerThings into a horror show?"It’s gone full evil dead."The newsreader's followers were quick to weigh in on the debate.Twitter user @sam_manton responded to the Channel 5 News host, explaining the show's progression.They commented: "Development of the characters and story."It was always a little creepy and it's got scarier as the seasons have gone on and as the characters have got older."@Natedog0101 admitted: "A bit of a nightmare on Elm street feel about it for me at moment.

BBC Breakfast on Wednesday (June 15) as Sally Nugent refused to go for lunch with her co-host Jon Kay.The pair were heading up the show and discussing the paper headlines of the day when Jon brought forward an article on a 30 course lunch in Wales, which cost £350.Raising the news, Jon explained: "This story in The Telegraph today, it's a lot of money and a lot of time for a meal. 350 quid, 30 courses...

Boris Johnson has released a statement in response to Jeremy Clarkson's plea for the government to prioritise farming.Jeremy, 62, shared a video to his 7.7million Twitter followers on Monday morning, revealing what he believes the government should focus on.The broadcaster said: "Hi, I am Jeremy Clarkson and in the next Parliament I would like to see the Government prioritising farming."We have been asked to diversify and when we try to do that the local authorities tell us we can’t. That needs addressing."Jeremy became an unlikely campaigner for the farming industry after starring in Clarkson's Farm on Amazon Prime.The show follows the former Top Gear host as he attempts to grow crops and look after livestock on land he owns in the Cotswolds.The TV presenter bought the farm, called Diddly Squat, in 2008.

BBC Breakfast this week.We've all forgotten the time at one point in our lives, but unfortunately for BBC broadcasters, their time-telling errors get caught on camera, so the nation gets to see them.The BBC Breakfast host was forced to apologise to viewers on Tuesday (June 14) after realising he'd got the time wrong during one of his TV links.But his co-host Sally Nugent couldn't hold back her giggles as she sat next to him on the famous red sofa.It was six thirty in the morning when Jon began: "It's coming up to half-past eight... six! Sorry."He looked down and seemed rather shocked when he realised he'd got the time wrong.A red-faced Jon quickly corrected himself and jokingly urged viewers not to panic - just incase they worried they were late for work or dropping their kids off at school.Sally clearly saw the funny side of the error as she laughed beside him - and Jon managed to flash a grin too.It's well known that BBC Breakfast stars have to get up extremely early to prepare for the programme - past presenter Louise Minchin would set her alarm for three.Breakfast then airs between six and nine in the morning.This is a live TV story and is being constantly updated.

Dan Walker has announced some "big news" following his move to Channel 5.It comes just one week after the ex-BBC Breakfast star began hosting Channel 5's evening news show, 5 News.Dan, 45, took to Instagram on Sunday (June 12) to reveal he had just finished writing his new book, which is titled Standing on the Shoulders.The broadcaster told fans his final chapter is all about forgiveness - and even confirmed when fans would be able pick up their copy of his book.He wrote: "Big news! I have just finished writing my book 'Standing on the Shoulders'. "The last chapter is called 'The Truth About Monsters' and is all about forgiveness.It's out in October! I can't wait for you to read it."Walker published his first book, Remarkable People: Extraordinary Stories of Everyday Lives, back in 2020.

The Courtship that when he first got the offer he thought there was a typo in his contract. Edwards has been a fixture on British television for many years, from his hosting duties on T4 to appearances on Celebrity Juice, Big Brother’s Little Brother and River Hunters.

Dan Walker has revealed his daughter has been taken to hospital with a suspected broken finger. The presenter, 45, who recently quit BBC Breakfast to join Channel 5 news, shared the news on social media on Sunday morning. Sharing a picture of his daughter’s hand on Twitter, with one of her fingers looking incredibly sore and blue, he wrote: “Currently in A & E with our daughter who has a suspected broken finger, 4 hour wait has begun.” Dan shares two daughters, Jessica and Susanna, with wife of 20 years Sarah.They also have a son, Joe, and live in Sheffield with their dog, Winnie.

Covered head-to-toe in a black burka, a delicate figure stands at the door of Pot Kettle Black in Manchester’s Angel Gardens as the start of Lady Gaga’s Alice blares out from the speakers. But within seconds, the traditional garment is ripped apart to reveal an almost too-lifelike impersonation of Boris Johnson hiding beneath.

BBC Breakfast presenter Jon Kay looked utterly unrecognisable in a throwback snap taken a quarter of a century ago.The star is used to appearing on the iconic red sofa alongside the likes of Sally Nugent and Carol Kirkwood, and tends to rock smart suits and ties for his time on the show.But in the snap shared with his Twitter followers, Jon looked completely different in a dark green fleece and a cheeky grin, as he posed alongside Neighbours stars on the Ramsay Street set.In one snap, Jon could be seen posing alongside Jackie Woodburne, who plays Susan Kennedy, and Alan Fletcher, who plays Dr Karl Kennedy.Jon stood with his hands in the pockets of a pair of black slacks as he grinned at the camera, wearing his brunette hair buzzed a little closer to his head than he does in the present day.The star added a backpack to his ensemble and wore his shirt open at the collar while grinning open-mouthed in another snap, taken aback by being on the Neighbours set.Jon wrote alongside his snaps: “Loving the #Neighbours nostalgia on @BBCBreakfast. This is me backpacking in Melbourne 25 years ago and bumping into the *actual* Kennedys filming on the *actual* Ramsay Street!”Fans simply couldn’t get over how different Jon looked in the pictures, with one writing: “You look sooo young… and a bit Australian! I can see you with a surfboard under your arm (on a sunnier day!).”Another added: “Amazing pic!”“You don’t age!” added someone else, while a fourth said: “Quality! You look so excited!”Another social media user said: “Amazing Jon.

BBC Breakfast fans have been left stunned after Jon Kay shared a 25-year-old throwback picture with the Neighbours cast. Today's show paid tribute to the Australian soap on its final day of filming before coming to an end after 37 years.

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