Paul O’Grady announces BBC Radio 2 exit after 14 years

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PAUL O'Grady has emotionally thanked his listeners as he signed off from his final BBC Radio 2 show. The comedian, 67, has hosted the Sunday afternoon programme for nearly 14 years, before a schedule shake-up saw him regularly swapping with comic Rob Beckett.

Paul O'Grady has admitted that he quit his BBC Radio 2 show because he "wasn't really happy".The 67-year-old national treasure has taken to the air on BBC Radio 2 for the final time today (August 14) - but updated fans with a quick video on social media beforehand.He announced his shock departure earlier this week, with speculation around the reasoning behind his exit swirling - but now he has broken his silence.READ NEXT: Paul O'Grady announces exit from BBC Radio 2 after 14 years in poignant statementTaking to social media hours before heading on air, Paul addressed the reasoning behind his departure from the radio gig and revealed it to be because of his "unhappiness" surrounding the working pattern.Chatting in a video on his page, Paul began: "Can you hear those dogs barking, honestly, I can't do anything," hinting at his everlasting love for dogs and animals.He then said: "I just want to say that tonight is my very last show on Radio 2 after 14 years! I have never had a job for that long."So I want to say thank you very much for listening and for all your emails and all your messages and all the fun I've had over the years."And also a huge special mention to Malcolm Prince, my producer. And I've been really lucky in my time to have worked with some smashing producers, and Malcolm is way up there, believe you and me."Addressing the reasoning behind his exit, Paul then revealed: "And the reason I'm leaving because everybody's asked me this.

BBC Radio 2 because he "wasn't really happy" with sharing his Sunday evening slot. As the presenter's last episode airs today, he also thanked fans for "all the fun I've had over the years".Paul took to Instagram to share the short video in view of his 699,000 followers to clarify why he has decided to step away from the BBC show and thanked fans for their loyalty and support.He said: "Can you hear those dogs barking, honestly, I can't do anything."I just want to say that tonight is my very last show on Radio 2 after 14 years! I have never had a job for that long."So I want to say thank you very much for listening and for all your emails and all your messages and all the fun I've had over the years."And also a huge special mention to Malcolm Prince, my producer.

Instagram to share a picture of himself on board a speed boat after news broke this week that the presenter would be stepping down from his BBC Radio 2 show.The decision came after it was revealed he has to share the slot with comic Rob Beckett.The presenter has aimed a sly dig at BBC producers, as he joked about creating his own "Pirate Radio Station" aboard a boat.Paul shared the sun-kissed snap on Instagram yesterday in view of his 698,000 Instagram followers.He could be seen smiling on board the luxury boat, with the picturesque background of Amsterdam behind him.Paul captioned the post: "I wonder if I could start up a Pirate Radio Station on one of these? Boating on the Amstel and I’ve already taken out two pedals and a swimmer."Still sounding like Lee Marvin and inclined to fall asleep after the Covid but otherwise ok.

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Paul O'Grady has announced he's leaving his BBC Radio 2 show.The 67 year old, who recently shared a peak inside his life off screen with his ballet dancer husband, has had a Sunday afternoon show on the station since 2009 but announced on Tuesday 9 August that his role will sadly come to an end this weekend. Speaking to his loyal listeners, the star explained that he's loved doing the show for the last 14 years, adding: "I’m going to miss my listeners as well as the fun I’ve had with my producer Malcolm Prince, but I feel that now is the right time to go.” His final programme will be on Sunday 14 August, marking the end of an era. It's set to feature all the regular fixtures, including a Lost TV Theme, the Thank You Letter of the Week and an unexpected playlist before he signs off.

PAUL O’Grady has quit Radio 2 after 14 years and his final show is this weekend. The 67-year-old, who has had a Sunday afternoon show on the station since 2009, announced his decision today – admitting he will miss his listeners.

Paul O'Grady is stepping down from his show on BBC Radio 2. The longtime comedian and host usually presents the Sunday afternoon slot from 5-7pm on the station but now the network has announced he has decided to permanently step down from his show.Paul’s last programme will be on Sunday 14 August as he comes to the end of his current 13 week run of shows.READ MORE: Paul O'Grady leaves fans devastated as he announces show will be pulled from airPaul reflected on his time at the station in a poignant statement as he said: “I’ve loved doing my Sunday afternoon show for the last 14 years and I’m going to miss my listeners as well as the fun I’ve had with my producer Malcolm Prince, but I feel that now is the right time to go.”Head of Radio 2, Helen Thomas says: “I’d like to thank Paul for so many years of his brilliant Sunday afternoon show.

Paul O’Grady has left fans devastated with his latest Instagram Post. The 67-year-old comedian took to Instagram over the weekend to post a picture of the BBC Radio 2 studio he was using for regular broadcasts, announcing his “penultimate show”.