Louise Minchin: Last News

NEWS anchor Dan Walker waved goodbye to the BBC as he hosted his last breakfast show earlier this week. The much-loved star had a huge bash to celebrate leaving the broadcaster ahead of his move over to Channel 5.

Good Morning Britain’s Susanna Reid has publicly aired her support for BBC’s Louise Minchin after she spoke about her “stalking ordeal” during an interview.Louise spoke to You Magazine and opened up about the experience which left her terrified for her own safety.The incident occurred in July 2020 and Louise “made a call in fear” after “violent threats were posted online” about the star and her 18-year-old daughter Mia.After two years, with her stalker now in prison, Louise still thinks that her life will “never be the same”.She said: “I don’t speak about it lightly, it was a horrific time that has had a massive impact on our family. It’s Mia who has encouraged me to share what happened to us because if I can make any difference to others going through something like this, and raise awareness, I will.

BBC Breakfast viewers woke up to a new hosting duo on the famous red sofa following Dan Walker's exit. However, it was a familiar face as Sally Nugent was joined by Jon Kay.

He's fresh out of his role having said his on-air farewell on Tuesday but Dan Walker's job on BBC Breakfast is already up for grabs. Things got emotional as the presenter hosted for the final time on the famous red sofa, live from MediaCity.

Dan Walker on BBC Breakfast after he left the BBC.Dan Walker bid farewell to the BBC on Tuesday (May 17) this week when he hosted his final show on BBC Breakfast, alongside his co-host Sally Nugent.His emotional last day saw Dan flooded with sweet tributes from his BBC colleagues, and at one point he was even surprised by his former co-host Louise Minchin who greeted him in the studio.However, it was Dan's co-star Jon Kay who became the first star to step in to host Breakfast alongside Sally on Wednesday (May 18), the first day after Dan's official exit.Jon was certainly dressed for the occasion as he was suited and booted in a suave navy jacket and trouser combo with a red tie to top it off.Sally looked equally smart beside him on the sofa as she wore a stylish green dress for the cameras.The pair confirmed Jon will be presenting the show for "a few weeks" as Jon quipped that he'd heard Sally needed company.Kay is now a regular face on BBC Breakfast who has already filled in to host for Dan on several occasions, so he's no stranger to the red sofa.It comes after Dan quit the BBC on Tuesday after 13 years with the broadcaster, six of which were spent hosting Breakfast.His departure came just months after his good pal Louise left the show in September.His co-star Sally had already warned him a "few surprises" were waiting for him on his final day hosting the programme.She certainly delivered, because streams of Dan's BBC friends threw him a party in the studio during the broadcast, with a fitting lobster theme in a cheeky nod to his Strictly Come Dancing stint.Louise Minchin also returned to the studio to reunite with Dan in a touching on-screen moment which saw the pair embrace.She said of Dan: "It is very emotional to

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.

The Repair Shop star Jay Blades announced his engagement to fiancée Lisa-Marie Zhozen over the Christmas season last year, and he presented her with a ring made by one of his co-workers on his BBC show. It seemed the ultimate romantic gesture - and Jay's co-worker Richard played a helping hand in upgrading the relationship, which had raised Jay out of a deep depression.A delighted Jay had tagged his The Repair Shop co-worker Richard Talman in Instagram posts, flaunting the stunning ring he has given her."Ring designed by me & made by @rtf," he wrote alongside the image.Meanwhile, Richard shared in their joy by dedicating his own social media post to their union."It was a real honour to make this engagement ring for another one of my #repairshop family! Congratulations to Lisa @lisamariezbozen & Jay @jaybladesmbe on your engagement!," he exclaimed proudly.Jay was congratulated publicly by Leigh-Anne Pinnock, the Little Mix star he once mentored as part of his furniture business, and pal Louise Minchin.His relationship helped him enormously after a period of time during which he had hit "rock bottom".The 51-year-old had suffered a string of hardships throughout his life, from living on a rat-infested council estate in poverty after his father abandoned the family when he was a baby, to becoming homeless at 21 and having nothing more than a single carrier bag of possessions to his name.However, in spite of his success on The Repair Shop, Jay revealed he found himself "homeless" yet again as an older adult following the break-up of his previous marriage with ex-wife Jade."I was homeless.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

It could be an emotional few hours for Dan Walker as he hosts his last BBC Breakfast before heading off to start a new job. The presenter announced early last month that he was leaving the news programme after six years.

“In the next few weeks, I'm going to be leaving BBC Breakfast and moving to 5 News and to Channel 5.“I'm really excited but this has also been a massive decision for me because I love BBC Breakfast. “I love working alongside Sally and I love the team there, but Channel 5 came with big ambitions, with big plans, and I don't think opportunities like this come around very often and I can't wait."It followed shortly on from the news that his co-star Louise Minchin also quit the show. Despite having presented Breakfast since 2010, Dan has kept his pseudonym quiet from viewers. Bookiers have tipped John May as the man to replace him, but no official announcement has been made yet. BBC News anchor John, 52, joined the team in 2010 and regularly stands in for Dan. The father-of-three is the frontrunner to replace him after he makes his final appearance on the show on Tuesday. 

Louise Minchin, 53, has revealed her husband, David Minchin's, words were ringing in her ear just before she made the decision to leave BBC Breakfast. David had warned the star “you’ll know when it’s over”.

Richard Madeley has cheekily teased a possible I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! return. The presenter appeared in the most recent series of the ITV reality show last year which took place for a second year in Wales at Gwrych Castle.

BBC Breakfast host Naga Munchetty discussed moving jobs with listeners as she confessed she's stayed in her job far longer than anticipated.The 47-year-old kicked off her BBC Radio 5 Live show as she talked to a man named Walter Orthmann, 100, who has been working for the same company since 1938.He broke the Guinness World Record for working at the same company for 84 years, prompting Naga to tell her listeners to get in touch to let her know how long they'd been at their jobs.She said: "How long have you been with your company? Longer than you, perhaps, thought you might be?"Naga added: "I'm certainly here longer than I thought I'd be for many reasons. But I always had a view that to move around, move jobs, move companies is a healthy thing."She prompted: "What do you think? Do you love the work you do? Do you love your colleagues or are you simply stuck in your ways and quite comfortable and quite happy there? Let me know." Naga has been with the BBC for many years, but she only landed her own radio show in January 2021.She's been on BBC Breakfast since 2014, and although Naga hasn't looked for another job just yet, the hosts alongside her have sadly changed quite substantially in recent months.

Sally Nugent was announced as Louise Minchin’s replacement on BBC Breakfast in late 2021.The journalist and presenter, 50, has been a fan favourite since she took over alongside Dan Walker, though less is known about her personal life. Sally was born on the Wirral, near Liverpool and has a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Arts and French from the University of Huddersfield. She began her career at BBC Radio Merseyside before moving on to report on sports news on BBC North West Tonight.The TV journalist had been freelancing on BBC Breakfast since 2011, filling in when hosts were unavailable, before finally stepping in full time at the start of 2022.

Louise Minchin has shared a rare snap with her daughter and father after she cycled from London to Paris. The ex- BBC Breakfast star posed alongside her family in a sweet selfie as she gushed she "couldn't do it without" them.