BBC Breakfast's Carol Kirkwood warns 'I'm not kidding' as host forced to defend himself

BBC Breakfast and Classic FM presenter died surrounded by his loved ones following a five-year long battle with prostate cancer.Taking to Twitter, his ex colleague Louise Minchin, 53, shared various memories from her time with Bill on the famous red sofa over the years.In view of her 268,000 followers, she commented: "Sending my love and thoughts to the family of my wonderful friend Bill Turnbull."He was a brilliant journalist, a stickler for accuracy, passionate about @BBCBreakfast and a fabulously supportive and kind team-player."Most of all he was great fun, I love how he made me laugh. Xx."Accompanying the post, she added pictures of her and Bill having a laugh together as well as a snap of the pair with weather presenter Carol Kirkwood.Piers Morgan responds to Meghan Markle's child privacy concernsMany of Louise's fans flocked to the post to send their condolences.Twitter user Mark Shields wrote: "Thoughts with you, best morning TV couple ever RIP Bill."Jo Johns added: "So sad to hear this.

Susanna Reid has led the tributes for journalist and broadcaster Bill Turnbull who has sadly died, with the Good Morning Britain anchor "heartbroken" over the sad news.Bill, who used to present BBC Breakfast, died on August 31, but the news only broke today (September 1) that he had passed away aged 66 following a courageous battle with prostate cancer.His colleagues and friends have paid tribute to the beloved broadcaster, with Susanna Reid leading sweet messages of condolence. READ NEXT: BBC Breakfast star Bill Turnbull dies aged 66 after battle with prostate cancerClose pal and former colleague Susanna took to Twitter write a tribute which read: "Bill was the kindest, funniest, most generous man in the business. "I feel lucky to have worked with him and he taught me everything.

BBC Breakfast's Jon Kay admitted he's in 'terrible trouble' with a fan after he swiped 'you can't win'. The 52-year-old journalist was chatting to Sally Nugent and Carol Kirkwood about the weather on today's show.

Sally Nugent, 51, left BBC Breakfast viewers open-mouthed after they saw a little more than they bargained for when they tuned into the headlines at 6am.The broadcaster had folded a newspaper to discuss one of its headlines, little suspecting that she was flashing a photo of a woman in just lingerie to the entire nation.Sally was discussing the strange prospect of buying a house which came with its own camel in the back garden - but, thanks to the imagery on the other side of the page, the camel was not what seemed to be on viewers' minds.Co-star Jon Kay, 52, was verging on hysterics as he chuckled: "I don't think anyone's talking about the back garden!"A bewildered-sounding Sally asked: "What happened?", only for Jon to reply: "There's something on the back of the page.

BBC Breakfast presenter Jon Kay revealed why he angered a TV viewer.On Wednesday's show (August 31), Jon starred alongside his co-star Sally Nugent who both chatted to weather reporter Carol Kirkwood on the programme.After her daily weather report, Carol explained how she was overjoyed that some rain was coming to the UK.READ MORE: BBC Breakfast’s Naga Munchetty ‘enjoys’ Bradley Walsh ‘waking up to her’ in cheeky quipCarol said: "And that leads us into a rather unsettled weekend and also an unsettled start to next week, with some rain on the cards."Of course, rain is welcome many of us have still been in a drought so there won't be enough rain to alleviate that but at least there is some rain in the forecast."Host Jon then explained why he got into trouble with an angry BBC viewer the day before.Jon explained: "Yeah, I got into terrible trouble with somebody on Twitter yesterday a lady called Anne because I said 'oh good, we've got some rain coming' and she said 'I'm getting married on Saturday don't wish for rain!'"You can't win," he added.This comes after Jon also revealed his "most terrifying moment" which actually took place on a famous TV quiz show. On Monday's programme (August 29), the two hosts celebrated the 60th anniversary of University Challenge.Talking about his stint on the show, Jon said: "It was the most terrifying thing I've ever done."Sally replied: "You answered a question, though.

Jon Kay struggled to hide his amusement after co-host Sally Nugent suffered a brief blunder on BBC Breakfast. The pair were back at the helm of the BBC One news programme on Tuesday (August 30) following the Bank Holiday weekend.

BBC Breakfast's Jon Kay was left red-faced after Sally Nugent made a cheeky blunder on air. The pair were back together on the red sofa today and began the show by going over the morning's newspaper headlines.

BBC Breakfast fans had quite the shock when they spotted a woman donning lingerie on the TV as the show shared the latest headlines. On Tuesday's episode of the popular breakfast show TV hosts Jon Kay and Sally Nugent took to the sofa to speak about the latest headlines which emerged over the last 24 hours.

BBC Breakfast hosts Sally Nugent and Jon Kay had to terminate an interview early following some technical difficulties.

BBC Breakfast star Jon Kay has revealed his "most terrifying moment" live on air.The news host shared with his co-star Sally Nugent on Monday's show (August 29) that he was really scared to go on University Challenge.The topic arose as the programme is celebrating its 60th year anniversary and Sally thought it would be funny to bring up Jon's stint on the show.READ MORE: BBC Breakfast’s Naga Munchetty ‘enjoys’ Bradley Walsh ‘waking up to her’ in cheeky quip Sally said: "Later on in the programme, we are celebrating a really important anniversary. A very famous quiz show, it's University Challenge of course."It's been around 60 years, it's had incredible guests on this programme – Jon Kay – the best brains in Britain, superstars, academics...""And people who happen to be near the studio and got involved in the Christmas special a couple of years ago," quipped Jon.He added: "It was the most terrifying thing I've ever done." Sally said: "You answered a question, though.

BBC Breakfast's Naga Munchetty left her co-presenter Charlie Stayt red-faced as she gave him awkward advice live on air. The 47-year-old newsreader and journalist was covering the news that iconic gameshow Gladiators will be returning to telly 30 years since the first episode aired.

READ MORE: BBC Breakfast presenter Jon Kay branded 'boring' as he's compared to 'someone's brother'Revealing her new look to fans, Charlie couldn't help but laugh at Naga's antics as her expression was a picture of innocence."Don't explain!" he chuckled, as he quizzed her: "What's this?""This is Kim Bett," Naga explained. "Known as Lightning, of course, we've got Sharron Davies known as Amazon."Kim told Naga: "That looks awesome by the way, you look totally ready."She went on to explain that Naga's costume was the original from the show, telling the hosts: "That is the one I wore on Gauntlet on every filming.

BBC Breakfast turned tense on Friday (August 26) as Naga Munchetty warned her co-host he needed "more oomph".Naga was presenting the show alongside regular host Charlie Stayt when the conversation turned to the revival of iconic game show Gladiators during a sneak peek of what was to come later in the episode.Attempting to do his best impression of a Gladiators commentator, Charlie began by telling viewers: "I'll try and do this justice..."READ MORE: BBC Breakfast presenter Jon Kay branded 'boring' as he's compared to 'someone's brother'Naga urged him: "Come on!" as Charlie began: "Contenders! Ready? Gladiators! Ready?"But his co-presenter was clearly unimpressed, as she simply said: "Needs more oomph, Charlie."Not to be deterred, Charlie forged ahead: "The TV show that drew in huge audiences on Saturday nights in the 1990s, it's making a comeback! We'll catch up with two of its stars."One fan on Twitter felt so awkward during the exchange that they took to social media to post: "Naga's got a cob on! #BBCBreakfast."However, another was clearly on Naga's side as they commented: "Oooo Charlie some effort might [have] helped lol! #BBCBreakfast."Earlier in the programme, Naga had been similarly unimpressed as Charlie recounted a story about two sets of twins who married each other and had baby boys at the same time.Explaining the concept of 'twin sons', Charlie said: "They're not twins, but they're called twin sons because their parents are both identical twins. What an extraordinary story."Naga questioned: "Do they look alike, the sons?"Charlie simply showed her a picture from a newspaper article, nudging her: "Well, you can see there.

BBC Breakfast's Naga Munchettty shut down Charlie Stayt in an 'awful' row with 'tumbleweed silence' today. The pair were back on the BBC Breakfast sofa for the start of their weekly Thursday to Saturday stint.

BBC Breakfast turned tense as presenter Naga Munchetty shut down her co-host Charlie Stayt during a row about GCSE results.The hosts were discussing results day on Thursday (August 25), when students across the country will be opening their brown envelopes after a return to exams post-pandemic.Following a live report from a high school, Charlie commented: "We'll be catching up with those students later to see how they got on. Very exciting day!"READ MORE: BBC Breakfast presenter Jon Kay branded 'boring' as he's compared to 'someone's brother'But Naga was quick to shut him down as she pulled a face, telling him: "You say it's exciting, I found it nerve-racking.

BBC Breakfast's Jon Kay was brutally told he has a 'boring face' - and his co-star even agreed. The 52-year-old journalist was discussing doppelgangers with co-host Tina Daheley on Wednesday's show when the comment was made.

BBC Breakfast viewers could practically feel the icicles forming in the air on Wednesday (August 24) as things turned frosty between Jon Kay and Tina Daheley.The pair were tasked with interviewing Countdown host Colin Murray, and had been given a selection of conundrums to solve throughout the morning programme – though they weren't having much luck.Jon branded himself "thick" as the hosts squinted at an anagram of 'newspaper' which had them both baffled.READ MORE:BBC Breakfast presenter Jon Kay branded 'boring' as he's compared to 'someone's brother'But when Colin arrived on the scene, Jon turned his attention to Tina.Tasked with an anagram of 'breakfast' this time, Colin had the answer within seconds, as Jon asked: "What?! We should have got that," as Tina begged: "Can we do another?"An incredulous Jon mimicked her: "Can we do another? There's no second chances on Countdown!"Colin informed them: "You scored zero, by the way, which only three Countdown contestants in 40 years have managed to do, so I'm going to put you on that list now."Things only turned more awkward as Colin invited the pair over to the Countdown studio "around the corner" from the Breakfast set, informing them: "I mean, we'd never have you as contestants."Tina insisted: "I'm actually struggling to see.

READ MORE:BBC Breakfast’s Carol Kirkwood says she’s a ‘broken woman’ in candid on-air confession"They have 3D printed wooden sheets that spring into different shapes when they dry out, after you've made them."Jon labelled the research a "dream", as Tina continued: "I'm not entirely sure how that works, but yeah apparently it puts itself together. A chair sort of assembles itself."Her co-presenter commented: "What?! Well, you get pop-up tents, but a pop-up bed or a wardrobe, I'm not quite so sure.

BBC Breakfast presenter Jon Kay has been told he has a "boring" face in a brutal swipe.The host made a candid admission while seated on the famous sofa alongside his co-host Tina Daheley on Wednesday (August 24), as the pair discussed new research into doppelgängers.While trawling through the newspaper headlines of the day, Jon told Tina: "This is freaky. There's a story in The Times this morning on doppelgängers.