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'I'm sad too' Dan Walker responds to heartbroken BBC Breakfast fans over move to Channel 5
Dan Walker, 45, has been a staple on BBC Breakfast since he joined the morning show in 2016.The presenter has taken to Twitter to announce his departure from the show, along with his move to Channel 5, leaving many loyal visitors devastated.In view of his 752,900 Twitter followers, Dan re-posted the Channel 5 announcement video about his huge news.He captioned the post: "Hello lovely people... some news."Many social media users took to the post's comments to share their heartbreak that Dan will be leaving the BBC.JWalm61 said: "Congratulations but really sorry to see you leave BBC Breakfast."Dan replied: "I’m sad too Jane but also excited about a new challenge."Former colleague Jane Dougall also penned: "Wow! What a shock! The few times we've shared the sofa on @BBCBreakfast have been a joy."Watching the master at work! You'll be a huge loss to the BBC, but wishing you the best in your new role."BBC Sports journalist Georgie Heath said: "This feels like a break-up."@Mrdanwalker has been a constant and a sense of normality on my screen through a lot of ups, downs and everything in between.
