Jamie Laing pays tribute to “legend” Jordan North after backlash to news of BBC Radio 1 replacement

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BBC Radio 1’s Drivetime Show.News that the Made In Chelsea star would be the new host of the radio show arrived last week, when it was reported that he would be taking over the hosting role for the Drivetime show with Vick Hope.North presented at Radio 1 for a decade, and is reportedly set to move over to Capital FM and take over from Roman Kemp, who has hosted the Capital Breakfast show for seven years.Following news of his departure from Radio 1, however, some listeners took to social media to criticise the decision to bring Laing in as a replacement, and accused the reality star of not being as deserving for the role as the Burnley host.Now, Laing has also taken to socials to describe North as a “legend” and share his excitement to take on the new role.“Guys, firstly I’m beyond excited to be joining the amazing Vick Hope on Radio1’s Drivetime Show,” he wrote. “Jordan North is a complete pro/legend.

He’s left some really big shoes to fill so I’m going to do my absolute best to do him and the show justice.”He continued: “To be working alongside the insane Vick Hope is amazing.

I’ve always loved music and radio and grew up a Radio 1 fan. So to be joining the BBC Radio 1 family officially feels unreal.A post shared by Jamie Laing (@jamielaing)“Lots of you may know I’m never happier than when in front on the mic, chatting to people, sharing stories having fun.

And to continue that on Drivetime is going to be wild in the best way.”Concluding, he wrote: “I will pour everything I have into making it the best show I possibly can for the listeners who love it so much.