BBC Breakfast's Dan Walker shares sombre selfie as he warns viewers of a 'tough watch'

Dan Walker is one of Britain's most famous TV presenters, but the beloved BBC broadcaster has suffered a number of tragic moments during his years on the screen.The golf-loving TV star, 44, is best known for greeting the nation with the latest news on his BBC Breakfast show every Monday to Wednesday alongside his co-host Sally Nugent.The dad-of-three never turns away from a challenge either, because he took to the ballroom on Strictly Come Dancing last year as his pro partner Nadiya Bychkova taught him to dance, and he made it to the semi-finals.However, despite his buckets of showbiz success, Dan has been forced to battle through some testing times, from heartbreaking deaths to savage hospital stints.To celebrate Dan's 45th birthday today (March 19), Daily Star have taken a look at the BBC star's toughest moments.When Dan interviewed former One Direction star Louis Tomlinson on his Breakfast show, he left some of the hunk's fans fuming.In fact, the presenter revealed he was sent five online death threats after his infamous interview with the singer in February 2020.Dan said: "When I interviewed Louis Tomlinson, five people threatened to kill me – including one who said they were going to come over from Brazil."Louis accused Dan and his ex-colleague Louise Minchin of "proper going in" on him with their questions, and vowed never to appear on the morning show.At the start, they asked him about the deaths of his mother Johannah Deakin, who passed in 2016, and his sister Felicite, who died of an accidental drug overdose.They also asked about his feud with former bandmate Zayn Malik, after which he said: "God, you’re proper going in here today aren’t you?"He later said: "I’m just not ready to have that conversation yet and I

BBC Breakfast presenter Dan Walker admitted he felt "totally broken" after reuniting with his Strictly Come Dancing partner Nadiya Bychkova. The pair reached the quarter-finals of the BBC dancing competition last year, with Dan fully embracing his new talent and forming a sweet bond with Nadiya.And the pair got back together on Friday (March 18) to prepare for yet another dancing competition - this time in aid of Motor Neurone Disease (MND).The event is dubbed the Rob Burrow Strictly Ball, run by Leeds Hospitals Charity, and aims to fundraise for a brand new centre for those with MND.Dan will both be performing and judging at the event.And with rehearsals fully underway, Dan has shared that he is "totally broken".Sharing a series of snaps alongside Nadiya in a rehearsal space, Dan got gradually more exhausted, at first posing alongside Nadiya with a beaming smile.But he could soon be seen lying face down on the floor next to Nadiya’s heels, as she struck a pose while standing on top of a velvet upholstered chair, looking none the worse for wear.Dan wrote: "The dance session with @nadiyabychkova followed a similar pattern to all our other ones…"Early excitement.

BBC Breakfast presenter Dan Walker, 44, has delighted Strictly Come Dancing fans by reuniting with his partner Nadiya Bychkova.The pair were seen rehearsing a dance routine for a very special cause in a London ballroom on Friday.In a clip shared to Dan’s 273,000 Instagram followers, he and Nadiya looked delighted to be back together and burst onto the screen.Dan enthusiastically said: “We are back on the dance floor, look at this, this is the St Pancras Hotel in London, what a ballroom!”The presenter then asked Nadiya what they were doing there, and she replied: “We’re doing the Charleston!”Proving he has not lost his Strictly moves yet, Dan demonstrated a couple of steps and Nadiya laughed, jesting: “That’s the one!”The BBC Breakfast star then explained that they were taking part in a charity event this weekend for former rugby player Rob Burrow to raise money for Motor Neurone Disease Association (MND).Explaining what is to come, Dan said: “We have been asked to bring our Charleston back haven’t we.“And we are also going to be judging.” He then turned to Nadiya and begged: “Can you please tell me what to say because I’m not really the best judge.”Nadiya then replied: “What do you mean? You are the best judge!” Before retracting: “Just kidding”.Dan and Nadiya performed their Charleston to Good Morning from Singin’ In The Rain for Strictly’s Musicals Week.Dan captioned the clip: “We’re back! What a treat to return to the ballroom with @nadiyabychkova today.“We have been asked to dance and do a bit of judging at the Burrow Strictly Ball in Leeds this weekend.

BBC Breakfast star Dan Walker has given his fans a rare insight into his family life.The 44-year-old presenter recently logged into his Instagram page to share an hilarious video.In the behind-the-scenes clip taken at his family home in Sheffield, one of Dan's three children can be seen spinning around with a floral lampshade on their head.One of Dan's daughters could also be seen in the background with her feet up as her famous father recorded the video.He penned alongside the video on his Instagram Story: "You buy your kids expensive tups and then...".Dan signed off his caption with three crying laughing emojis.The former Strictly Come Dancing contestant usually keeps his family out of the spotlight.However, he often shares the odd glimpse of his antics with his online followers.Last month, Dan and his wife Sarah took their three children, Susanna, Jessica and Joe, to Rome during half term.The Walker clan clearly enjoyed their Italian getaway break.Dan shared several photographs on social media – with their children's faces obscured – exploring the city.Taking to his Instagram Stories, the broadcaster shared a series of snapshots of iconic landmarks including the Colosseum, the Vatican and the Trevi Fountain."Rome is officially a lovely place to visit," Dan gushed, later adding: "Perfect family half-term escape."Dan recently confirmed that he will soon be reuniting with Strictly partner Nadiya Bychkova.The pair will both be the Rob Burrow Strictly Ball, which is being run by Leeds Hospitals Charity.Dan explained in a recent Instagram video that he'll be sitting on the judging panel for the evening alongside dancer Nadiya, former Strictly winner Kelvin Fletcher, as well as comedian Jon Richardson.He joked he'll be

BBC Breakfast star Naga Munchetty shared the news that Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe was returning to the UK - after being held in Iran for 6 years.The BBC broadcaster joined colleagues like Dan Walker when she took to Twitter to retweet the news of journalist Nazanin's return.It comes as Nazanin and Anoosheh Ashoori were flown from Iran to the UK on Wednesday (March 16).Mum Nazanin was set to be reunited with her husband Richard and seven-year-old daughter Gabriella.She was first held in Iran in 2016 and accused of plotting to overthrow Iran's goverment, a claim she denied.Reacting to the breaking news of the journalist's return, Naga retweeted a tweet from her colleague Nick Eardley, one of the BBC's political correspondents.Nick's tweet read: "BREAKING: UK Foreign Secretary confirms Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe released and heading back to UK."Another tweet Naga shared was from BBC star Laura Kuenssberg - who quote tweeted Foreign Secretary Liz Truss.Truss had broken the news originally, and Laura simply wrote: "Finally - the confirmation".She also shared an emotional clip of BBC newsreader Joanna Gosling, who choked up whilst announcing the journalist's return on BBC News.It was a quote tweet from BBC presenter Lyce Doucet, who wrote the caption: "..when it is such good news..."BBC Radio 5 Live star Naga spoke to Richard Ratcliffe's sister-in-law Rebecca on Wednesday's edition of her radio show.Rebecca had told Naga: "When she's on a plane that's when we'll dare to hope."She also revealed Nazanin's daughter "keeps her cards close to her chest."Her husband Richard had been campaigning for his wife's release - and even went on hunger strike last October.Speaking about his wife's return, he said: "It's going to be the

BBC Breakfast star Dan Walker consoled a crying Jade Thirwall in a Comic Relief throwback clip.The BBC broadcaster climbed Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, Africa, to raise money for Comic Relief with Little Mix star Jade and other famous faces including Strictly Come Dancing's Shirley Ballas.The celebs took on the gruelling climb in 2019, but Dan decided to reflect on their ascent this week ahead of this year's Comic Relief - which will take place on Friday 18 March.Taking to Instagram, Dan shared an emotional clip which saw South Shields singer Jade tearful as she struggled with the experience, but Dan was there to lift her spirits.The star-studded line-up of climbers, including Dan, suffered from altitude sickness during their stint.In the clip, Jade said she couldn't breathe, so Dan tried to help her to control her breathing.Trying to console the singer, Dan knelt down and said: "Try and control your breathing," before joking: "You're making me talk with my mouth full now!"The touching moment showed Walker giving Jade a reassuring hug and wiping away her tears.He told her she'll be okay before adding: "You are amazing, Jade."Recalling the trip after being sent the clip on Wednesday (March 16), Dan said he made some "wonderful friends" and had an "incredible experience".He wrote: "I got sent this video today in the build-up to @comicrelief."Our trip up Kilimanjaro back in 2019 was a truly incredible experience.

BBC Breakfast on Wednesday morning as she was replaced by Owain Wyn Evans.The bubbly meteorologist usually presents the weather from Monday right through to Wednesday but she was nowhere to be seen this morning.Fans were not given an explanation for Carol's absence but Owain also appeared in the BBC studio alongside presenters Sally Nugent and Dan Walker - something that rarely takes place on the show.Highlighting the change, BBC Sport reporter John Watson took to Twitter to share a picture of himself, Sally, Dan and Owain on the red sofa.He penned: "Good morning all from @BBCBreakfast. Look who is joining us on the sofa @OwainWynEvans.

BBC Breakfast star Dan Walker has revealed his co-star Sally Nugent is set to dance at a special Strictly Come Dancing charity event.The BBC broadcaster, 44, took to Instagram to talk about the upcoming celebrity event - the Rob Burrow Strictly Ball - which is being run by Leeds Hospitals Charity.The fundraiser will raise money to fight Motor Neurone Disease with the aim of supporting a brand new centre for those with the "horrible" disease.It will see 11 stars compete against each other to win a "glittering trophy", and Sally has said her former Strictly star pal Dan has helped give her dancing tips ahead of the contest.Dan even revealed he's due to put on his dancing shoes for the star-studded event, and he'll reunite on the dance floor with his former Strictly pro dance partner Nadiya Bychkova.The presenter spoke about the charity ball in a video posted to his Instagram Stories on Tuesday (March 15), alongside his adorable pup Winnie.Wishing Sally well on the dancefloor, Dan said: "Winnie and I would love to pass on our love and support for the one and only Sally Nugent, wouldn't we [speaking to Winnie]? Who's taking part in the Burrow Strictly Ball this weekend. "If you don't know much about it, she's dancing."He went on: "It's a charity event organised to raise money for the Motor Neurone Disease association and a couple of other charities really close to Rob Burrow's heart."It's all been done by his family.

BBC Breakfast presenter Sally Nugent's interview came to a halt on Tuesday morning after she was forced to ask her colleague if he was "safe" to report from war-torn Ukraine.Kyiv Correspondent James Waterhouse was providing viewers with an update on the current humanitarian crisis in Ukraine following the Russian invasion.Appearing via video link, James continued to describe the horrifying details of what has been taking place in Ukraine's capital overnight.But as the reporter spoke, loud sirens could be heard in the background, leaving Sally concerned for his welfare.Speaking from the studio in Manchester, Sally said: "James before I ask you the next question, are you okay to stay."Obviously, there are sirens going off, are you safe to stay."Nodding along, James confirmed that he was.Seeing the tension on screen, one viewer penned: "Waterhouse is doing such a good job in Kyiv, I hope he is being paid well!!"You can tell he's anxious by the way he plays with his ring as he talks #BBCnews #BBCBreakfast #Ukraine #UkraineRussianWar," the social media user added.Speaking openly about the recent attack in Mostyts’kyymasyv, north-west Kyiv, Sally asked James whether it was a pattern. James said: "We talk about cities falling under seige where Russian troops are in the face of this Ukarainan agression are pulling back surrounding cities, cutting off supplies and trying to bombard them into submission.

Dan Walker, 44, couldn't contain his excitement when the BBC Breakfast team was joined by sports journalist John Watson. However, Sally Nugent, 50, did not share this excitement, especially when they discussed golf, leading to the presenter to react to a "disappointed" Olympic golfer on Twitter surrounding the interview.Olympian Catriona Matthew OBE wrote on Twitter: "Disappointing from @sallynugent this morning being so open about her disdain for #golf on @BBCBreakfast...

BBC Breakfast.The 44 year old, who is known to have a passion for the sport, couldn't help but display his excitement when sports journalist John Watson appeared on the red sofa.But quickly realising that Sally was interested, the host said: "I love golf John but when we talk about golf in this programme you can hear the collective sigh from people. "We'll have a ten-minute golf chat later John."Clearly uninterested, Sally sighed and said: "Anyway."But Dan wasn't happy with her remark and giggled: "Stop it!"However, making sure things weren't too awkward, Sally reassured her colleague that she was in fact joking."I'm joking," Sally insisted, with Dan replying: "I know you're joking.""I'm carrying on a tradition," Sally chimed, making reference to her predecessor Louise Minchin.Laughing, Dan said: "Thankfully Louise isn't here to give the golf eyes.

BBC Breakfast presenter Dan Walker cheekily hit back at viewers after opting for a show-stopping outfit to present on the show.Dan, 44, was accused of wearing jeggings, which are leggings made of a jean material, while presenting alongside Sally Nugent on the BBC show this week.The BBC host was seen on air wearing a form-fitting navy suit with a white shirt and a grey tie, while Sally opted for a purple blazer and dark trousers.However, fans mistook the outfit for jeans as one cheekily asked: "Is @mrdanwalker wearing jeggings this morning on @BBCBreakfast?"Another added: "It must be a trick of the light!"A third claimed: "He has to wear what the BBC tell him to wear."But Dan hit back at the comments, as he replied to say: "No he isn't," adding "regulation trousers" as a hashtag along with a laughing face.Viewers were left disappointed to not see Dan on their screens on Wednesday, which he normally presents with Sally.He and Sally usually do Monday to Wednesday before Naga Munchetty and Charlie Stayt take over on a Thursday.However, Sally was seen on the red sofa next to stand-in presenter Jon Kay for the edition of the news programme.Dan is yet to give an explanation for his absence, but the star regularly changes up his schedule to fit in his other projects.Fans took to social media to share their opinions, with one posting: "Where is Dan Walker this morning?? Most weeks he’s only doing 2 days!! Why??"Yet another show on BBC where there is no continuity. It’s a shambles.

Louise Minchin has a history of news presenting on the channel, while her BBC Breakfast co-host Carol Kirkwood presents the weather.

BBC Breakfast's Dan Walker opened about a rather embarrassing travel blunder he endured while on a trip to China. The BBC correspondent took part in a fan Q&A with his Instagram followers on Thursday (March 10) while on his commute.One fan asked: "Have you ever fallen asleep and missed your train station?"To which he replied: "I fell asleep on a train in China once and ended up miles away from where I should have been! Never on a train in the UK but I did do a bus in Sheffield during my early student days.

BBC Breakfast's Dan Walker has hit back at a viewer after a swipe at his VERY tight trousers. Dan, 44, is always suited and booted on the BBC morning show but on Tuesday, one viewer thought he had switched up his look.

BBC Breakfast presenter Dan Walker has come out in support of Louise Minchin, as the star bravely opens up about her stalking ordeal. Louise’s documentary, The Truth About Stalking, is set to air tonight on ITV.Dan, 44, took to Twitter to share his support for Louise, 53, in view of his 752,300 followers. This morning, Louise tweeted out to her own 250,000 followers: “Good morning, this is not a subject I like to talk about, but in the hope of raising awareness and help to victims of stalking I have made this documentary with @ITVTonight #ITVTonight it is on at 8.30pm.” (sic)Attached was a promotional picture from the documentary, with the caption: “Louise Minchin: The Truth About Stalking”. Sharing this post, Dan penned: “I saw how big an impact this had on Louise and she has made a really brave film about it.

BBC Breakfast star Dan Walker fired back at a viewer on Twitter - after they questioned the host's fashion choice.The BBC presenter, 44, is always seen in a smart suit when he anchors BBC Breakfast on weekday mornings.However, he took to Twitter to respond to one baffled fan who had a question about his on-air outfits - and he couldn't help giggling at their comment.The viewer thought they'd spotted the former Strictly Come Dancing star sporting a pair of leggings - a far cry from his usual formal attire.Tuesday's broadcast (March 8) saw Dan return to the studio with his co-star Sally Nugent, and he looked smart as ever with a jacket, shirt and tie.He also wore matching dark trousers for the cameras, but a Twitter user thought the broadcaster was wearing something else.They asked: "Is @mrdanwalker wearing jeggings this morning on @BBCBreakfast?"Dan was quick to clarify the fan's confusion on the micro-blogging platform, and he wrote: "No he isn't", alongside the hashtag:" #RegulationTrousers."The fan replied: "It must be a trick of the light!", adding a laughing-emoji of their own.It wasn't long before Dan's fans flocked to comment on Dan's fashion sense.One wrote: "He has to wear what the BBC tell him to wear!"A second said: "Looking very smart as usual."Later on, Dan thanked viewers for tuning in to his show as he knew the Ukraine war coverage is a "tough watch".Dan said: "Thanks for being with us on #BBCBreakfast this morning.

Louise Minchin, 53, has sat down for a candid chat on her podcast, Push Your Peak, with Strictly Come Dancing star Karen Hauer, 39.The pair discussed a range of personal and work-related subjects, including Karen’s dedication to her job.Louise also discussed her favourite Strictly pairing with the Latin dance specialist.The BBC Breakfast presenter appeared to snub her co-star Dan Walker, who took part in the last season of the hit BBC One show.Louise confessed that her “all-time favourite” dance couple had been Karen with TV personality Jamie Laing.She asked Karen: “Final question for me, who’s your favourite Strictly partner?”Karen said: “Oh, you’re naughty! They are all my favourite. Who do you think?”Louise responded: “My all-time favourite: you and Jamie Laing.”Karen admitted: “I love Jamie.

Dan Walker, 44, has called on his social media followers to be “accurate” and “kind” when speaking about the “really horrible” news of Ukraine.The BBC Breakfast presenter had taken to his Instagram Story to reply to questions from some of his 272,000 followers.One of the people sending in their enquiries asked him how he remained “positive” on television “when what’s happening in Ukraine is so upsetting”.In a lengthy message, Dan explained: “The news is really horrible at the moment.“I try and imagine I’m a viewer.“I think that gives you a good handle on when it gets too much, when you need a break, when you need a reset, when you need a breath.“I also think it’s real life, it’s happening, it’s not that far away and people are suffering.“Be careful, be accurate, be kind.”Last week Dan came under fire after apologising over a Ukrainian guest swearing on BBC Breakfast when she became overcome with emotion.The presenter had been discussing Russia’s invasion of Ukraine with Ukrainian singer Maria Burmaka when she dropped the F-bomb as she denounced Russian President Vladimir Putin.Dan immediately apologised to viewers, telling Maria: “Maria, I understand the depth of feeling but I have to apologise to our viewers."The guest soon realised her mistake and put her hands over her mouth and thanked the presenters for being on the show.However, the moment did not sit right with many viewers, who criticised Dan’s lack of “sensitivity”.The broadcaster even saw his name trend on Twitter with social media users divided over his reaction to the swear word.Twitter user JayneMcCubbinTV shared her outrage as she found out the reason why Dan was trending.She wrote: “This is so sad.

DAN Walker has been replaced on BBC Breakfast with no explanation - and viewers aren't best pleased about it. The presenter usually presents the show alongside his co-star Sally Nugent from Monday to Wednesday, before Naga Munchetty and Charlie Stayt take over for the rest of the week.

BBC Breakfast presenter Sally Nugent was forced to explain the sudden disappearance of one of her co-stars as he "had a tiny bit of a wobble".She explained that perhaps a question was "one too many for him" as the reporter disappeared off-screen, leaving the Breakfast hosts reeling in shock.Sally was hosting the show alongside Jon Kay, with her usual co-host Dan Walker absent from the programme this Wednesday (March 9).Dan Snow was appearing via video link to discuss the finding of Ernest Shackleton's ship Endurance a century after it sank on an Antarctic expedition, buried 3,000 metres under the surface of the water.The expedition which set out to locate the ship found it in good condition under the waves - but doesn't intend to raise the vessel.With Dan on his own ship in the middle of the sea, Jon began by announcing: "Endurance was thought to be lost forever - something consigned to the history books that you might read about, but you never really see or understand because it was trapped under the ever-shifting pack of ice above it."Sally said: "Until now. Endurance has been found at a depth of 3,000 metres."Things then cut to Dan Snow, standing in the cabin of a ship via a rather blurry video-link.And though he valiantly presented a lengthy segment, chaos ensued as Jon said: "So we can look, we can see the footage, but you're not going to touch it?"Only silence followed, as the video link to Dan appeared to drop.Jon told viewers at home: "And with that...