'I forgot' Dan Walker forced to rush to BBC Breakfast in final week error before show exit

Naga Munchetty's longstanding colleague Dan Walker fronted his final show as he bowed out of the programme after six years.The former Football Focus host has left BBC Breakfast to become Channel 5's news anchor and will also host other programmes on the channel.The 45-year-old has been inundated with leaving messages on social media following his departure from the show.Naga, 46, has since taken the opportunity to quietly react to her colleague and pal's exit after her BBC co-star Ben Thompson shared a cheeky photo.The broadcaster penned a heartfelt message to Dan as he joked about their height.Ben shared a series of photos from the BBC Breakfast studios but it was one photo in particular that caught Naga's attention.The host could be seen standing between Dan and Ben as the Breakfast hosts towered over her.Ben tweeted: "Happy last day @mrdanwalker! Thanks for all the @BBCBreakfast lols and for your services to tall people everywhere."Dan cheekily replied: "We are far too tall for telly Ben."A social media user was quick to react to the post as they tagged Naga.Twitter user, Jon Perks wrote: "That pic of you three with @TVNaga01," followed by a shocked-face emoji.Naga simply liked the social media user's post amid Dan's exit.Meanwhile, the broadcaster told viewers it had been "a real privilege" to present BBC Breakfast as Dan fronted his last show."It's always been my dream to do a job like this.

Dan Walker, 45, left BBC Breakfast today after joining in 2016 to begin a new venture at Channel 5 News.The presenter took to Twitter to make one last jibe at BBC Breakfast as they searched for his replacement on the award-winning breakfast show.Dan stunned BBC Breakfast's viewers when he announced last month that he would be leaving the flagship news programme and moving to Channel 5.BBC Breakfast's editor took to Twitter to share his appeal as they still search for Dan's replacement, despite his last show today.Richard Frediani penned: "We’ve said goodbye to @mrdanwalker and now we are looking for an outstanding Presenter to join the team at @BBCBreakfast - the UK’s #No1 rated morning show."More details and how to apply for the role of Chief Presenter."Dan replied to the message with a jibe in view of his 758,600 followers.He joked: "Out with the old…"Many social media users rushed to the comments to share their last farewells with the presenter as he left the show.PAN1F said: "I’m sure there’s a joke in there somewhere about enormous shoes to fill.."SusanGlen2 added: "Good luck with your future career Dan, my family and I love you!"I thought I read somewhere that John Kay was taking over? X."This comes as there has been a lot of speculation of his co-star Jon coming in to step up to the plate.Jon, 52, regularly stands in for Dan, as well as Charlie Stayt, when they are on holiday.He has been part of the BBC Breakfast team for more than a decade and is said to have "great on-screen chemistry" with hosts Naga Munchetty and Sally Nugent.Jon, who also has three children, is the frontrunner to replace Dan when he hosts his final instalment of BBC Breakfast on Tuesday.However, a spokesperson from the BBC told Express.co.uk

Dan Walker was left scratching his head after Piers Morgan seemed to have one last light-hearted dig as he stepped down from BBC Breakfast. The broadcasters had a friendly rivalry for a long time, trading barbs about the ratings when Dan was on the BBC programme and Piers was hosting Good Morning Britain over on ITV. Dan is now leaving BBC Breakfast and is taking up a new role on Channel 5 – and Piers tweeted a message of congratulations with a twist.Sharing a snap of Dan, he teased: "End of an error.

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Dan Walker, 45, left fans surprised earlier this year as he announced his departure from BBC Breakfast after six years.Today, he appeared on the show for the last time before joining Channel 5 News later this month.In light of Dan’s farewell to the BBC, TalkTV star Piers Morgan, 57, sent him a message congratulating him on Twitter.However, the post seemed to have left Dan dumbstruck, as Piers proclaimed the “end of an error”.Sharing a picture of Dan, Piers wrote: “End of an error. Congrats mate @mrdanwalker,” alongside two clapping emojis.Confused, Dan replied: “Thanks… I think,” along with a laughing emoji.Other Twitter users shared their theories as to what Piers meant with his cryptic message.The_gay_geek70 quipped: “End of an ‘error’ ? A mistake? What?“Thank goodness you don't do that print journalism eh? Oh...

BBC Breakfast viewers broke down in tears as Dan Walker bid farewell to the show today, Tuesday May 17.The popular 6ft 7ins presenter announced last month that he was leaving the BBC after six years for a new role at Channel 5. Dan, 44, admitted he hadn't slept well before his final show and had managed only "two hours sleep and 46 minutes." Before the show started, he videoed himself making a final stroll into the BBC studios in Salford saying he was armed with cakes for the BBC Breakfast team.

Dan Walker has left fans speechless after making a "massive hammer" innuendo to Susanna Reid. The Good Morning Britain presenter took to Twitter to wish Dan a good luck in his new Channel 5 job, saying: "Good luck in the new job @mrdanwalker - bet you’ll enjoy smashing that alarm clock to smithereens." Dan, 45, replied: "Thanks Susanna I’ve got a massive hammer at the ready," which fans immediately took as a cheeky response.One social media user quipped: "Keep it clean please Dan..

Dan Walker hosted his last episode of BBC Breakfast after six years as fans sent well-wishes to him.

Dan Walker was getting the emotions brewing as he gave a farewell speech on BBC Breakfast. The presenter hosted the early morning news programme on BBC One for the last time on Tuesday.

Carol Kirkwood has always had a warm friendship with fellow Breakfast star Dan Walker - but now it's time to say goodbye. As the sleep-deprived presenter prepared to bid the familiar red sofa farewell in favour of a position on Channel 5, Carol shared her emotions on Twitter over his departure.Poor Dan managed less than three hours of sleep last night after having a mishap trying to charge his electric car, and then presented for one final time between 6:00am and 9:15am this morning.Just moments after his last words on the airwaves, Carol penned a tender tribute to her friend."Really going to miss @mrdanwalker," the weather presenter tweeted to more than 230,000 followers."It has been an ABSOLUTE JOY working with you honey.

Dan Walker appears to have someone in mind to take over his BBC Breakfast spot, as he finished filming his last ever show today.The broadcaster warmly thanked his co-star, Jon Kay, for his support on Twitter today, before announcing that he would like him to take over his presenting gig on the programme.on tweeted: “Farewell @mrdanwalker You’ve been brilliant on @BBCBreakfast-, especially guiding us all through those early lockdown days with such kind, calm and reassuring authority.“A real gent.The whole team will miss you. Good luck, sir!”Dan replied: “Thank you, Jon.That’s so kind of you.

BBC Breakfast fans have been left seriously distracted by Louise Minchin's outfit after she returned to the show for Dan Walker's last episode. Louise left BBC Breakfast in September last year, meaning Dan was joined on the red sofa by new co-host Sally Nugent.

BBC Breakfast viewers broke down in tears as Dan Walker bid farewell to the show after six years. Today's show marked Dan's last, after he announced last month that he was leaving the BBC for a new role at Channel 5.

Not everyone tuning in to BBC Breakfast on Tuesday morning (May 17) was impressed as Dan Walker hosted his last show. The presenter has called it quite hosting the BBC One programme after six years.

BBC Breakfast host Dan Walker paid a sweet tribute to his good pal Carol Kirkwood as she was forced to miss his final day at the BBC.Dan branded BBC weather star Carol the "backbone" of Breakfast during his last ever programme on Tuesday morning (May 17), which he hosted alongside his co-star Sally Nugent.The fun-filled farewell show saw Dan treated to gushing tributes from his BBC colleagues such as Sally, and he even got surprised by his good pal and former Breakfast co-host Louise Minchin.However, Dan wanted to take a moment to show his appreciation for Scottish star and national TV treasure Carol, whom he called a "true friend".The TV star revealed Carol was unable to be there in the studio - after the weather expert was absent from BBC Breakfast earlier this week."I know Carol can't be here today, but she, we all know, is the backbone of this programme and we love her to bits. She's been a true friend from the very first moment I sat here."This is a live TV story and is being constantly updated.

Dan Walker was forced to host his final ever BBC Breakfast show after getting less than three hours of sleep.Taking to his Twitter account on Monday, the 45 year old presenter admitted he had to make a lengthy and last-minute stop to charge his electric car while making his way to Manchester to host the show. Admitting it wasn't the best of situations to be in, Dan, who is set to launch his own show on Channel 5, calculated that he would eventually arrive at his location late at night, which would not allow him much time for rest. "I'm planning on about two and half hours sleep," he explained while sitting in his car.

Dan Walker has sat on the infamous BBC Breakfast red sofa for six years.Last month, the beloved TV host announced he was leaving his flagship show in a heartfelt message posted on social media. The star, 45, revealed he will be moving to rival network Channel 5 to present its flagship news bulletin 5 News - and will also front a string of non-news shows across the channel.

DAN Walker took an emotional final walk to the BBC Breakfast studio this morning ahead of his final appearance hosting the show. The news anchor took to Instagram to document his last day - as he arrived at work with cakes to celebrate with his team.

Dan Walker had an emotional reunion with his former BBC Breakfast co-host Louise Minchin.He was hosting his final ever Breakfast show on Tuesday morning (May 17) alongside co-host Sally Nugent, but his last programme didn't come without a surprise visit from his good pal Louise.Dan and Louise used to present BBC Breakfast for years together before she finally left the broadcaster in September after almost 20 years with the broadcaster.Sally had already teased "one or two surprises" for Dan during the show, and she was excited to reveal Louise was waiting for Dan in the studio on Tuesday.She said: "There is one very special person though, that you have shared the sofa with more than anyone else over the last few years, and she's here. Morning, Louise Minchin!"Louise then ran onto set before sharing an affectionate hug with a cheering Dan.She asked: "Are we going to break the rule of a lifetime?", to which Dan answered: "Let's hug it out."An excited Louise cried out: "Oh my gosh!" as they embraced on air and Dan said she looked "gorgeous".Louise later explained: "I say break the habit of a lifetime because all the years we sat next to eachother, we never touched."Sally asked: "Not even like a little finger..." as Louise branded it "super awkward".Dan said it was lovely to see her again before Louise told him it was an "absolute pleasure" to greet him in the studio again - although she admitted it was "emotional" for her.

Dan Walker's last day with the BBC Breakfast was a tear-free zone until his pal and former co-star Louise Minchin turned up, and she appeared to get emotional.Man of the hour Dan also seemed to be blinking back his emotions as a number of tear-jerk surprises were unveiled in a beautiful montage, before Louise turned up in a fabulous yellow jumpsuit.Louise had to stop herself at one point during the tribute as she wiped away tears while crediting her ex-co-star Dan as she spoke about the laughter they'd had.The duo shared a warm hug as she arrived on set, with them admitting they were "breaking a rule of a lifetime" as they said they'd never actually touched while they'd presented together.Dan paid a heartfelt tribute to his friends and colleague, he said: "I know Carol can't be here today, but she is the backbone of this programme."And we love her to bits and she has been a true friend from the very first minute I sat here."Turning to Louise, he added: "Louise you've been amazing for all the time we've spent together and the friendship that I know has lasted long beyond the time that you've gone on here and will go on for years."Saving his on screen co-star till last, Dan choked back tears as he emotionally commented: "And Sal, if I can just say a few things to you because you are brilliant at what you do and everybody behind us an everybody watching knows that and i was so happy when you got this job and got the chance to sit here and do this job because there was nobody better who could have done it."During his last ever episode, Dan's co-star Sally, 50, took to Twitter to tease that the Strictly Come Dancing star could be in store for a number of "surprises".Sharing a final selfie with her partner in crime on his

Dan Walker was grimacing last night as he shared all about the car's mishap on his Instagram stories.The presenter hadn't bargained for his tense "travel-related issues" as he contemplated being stranded on the M40 for much of the evening.The BBC presenter was anxiously awaiting his last ever shift on the BBC Breakfast sofa as he prepared for his move to Channel 5."Thank you for all the gorgeous messages sent through about my final shift tomorrow," he shared from the driving seat of his car as he filmed for Instagram Stories.I'm looking forward to it if I actually manage to get there," he quipped."I'm currently at some service station on the M40 trying to charge my electric vehicle!"Having some travel-related issues and need to get it up to a significant enough charge to get me all the way to Manchester!"I might get there very late tonight and I'm planning on two and a half hours sleep."So if I look a little befuddled in the morning, that's the reason why," he assured viewers."Be lovely if you could join us though.