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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 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.

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.

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.

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.

Dan Walker has revealed when he'll spend his last day on BBC Breakfast before heading off the pastures new. The presenter announced early last month that he was leaving the news programme after six years.

Dan Walker is due to leave BBC Breakfast after being offered a "rare opportunity" by Channel 5, but today former host Louise Minchin jokingly replaced him on the famous red sofa before his time was even up. Dan's Breakfast co-host Sally Nugent not only gave Louise the Strictly Come Dancing star's seat but pushed him out of the scene altogether."Just for old times sake, go on!" Louise joked on-screen as the cameras rolled."Hello and welcome to BBC Breakfast," Sally began, as if it was just another typical morning.Suddenly Dan appeared in the background behind them, quipping indignantly to Louise: "Erm..

Dan Walker will soon bid farewell to his regular slot on the BBC Breakfast sofa - a role he has held since 2016.The news of his departure comes just months after Louise Minchin, 53, quit the news programme in September.The 45-year-old broadcaster has opened up about his exit in a new interview.The dad-of-three is set to leave the BBC for Channel 5 where he will replace Sian Williams on the network's daily news slot.But Dan has admitted that one person, in particular, was left slightly taken aback by the news of his exit from Breakfast.Sally Nugent, 50, a former sports presenter, has since taken the reins and began fronting the show earlier this year.The BBC Breakfast veteran admitted that his co-star was upset about the news of his departure.When asked what the reaction has been to his decision, Dan said: “It’s been lovely, apart from [co-host] Sally [Nugent], who is a bit upset.”The broadcaster was also quizzed on who could potentially replace him on the show.Dan revealed that he has not been made aware of who would be taking his place.Asked who might take over, Dan added to The Mirror: “I have no idea.

Louise Minchin, 53, stepped out with her rarely-seen husband, David Minchin, on Sunday to attend the Grand National Horse Race in Liverpool.The former BBC Breakfast presenter took to Instagram to share a picture of the pair beaming at the Aintree Racecourse.The post, shared in view of Louise’s 129,000 Instagram followers, was captioned: “What a treat to be out at the Races #aintree #grandnational #hats”The picture showed Louise and David smiling broadly as they posed with their arm behind one another’s back.The post quickly gathered the attention of many of Louise’s fans and friends.Among those taking to the comments section was Dan Walker, Louise’s former BBC Breakfast co-star.Dan, who is also set to leave the show, simply stated: “Gorgeous.”Also, former BBC Breakfast star, Steph McGovern chimed in: “You both look fabulous.”Instagram user margaretfowler116 said: “You look fabulous. Love your outfit.

BBC presenter Louise Minchin and Watchdog presenter Michelle Ackerley. The trio answered questions to win turns on the arcade-style machine, in the hopes of collecting the £20,000 prize for their selected charity. Michelle was the first contestant out, followed by Louise, leaving Josh Widdicombe to clinch the win and take home £20,000 for his charity The Lily Foundation, a UK charity dedicated to fighting mitochondrial disease But as the three familiar faces made their introductions at the start of the show, ITV viewers were left begging the trio to make their introductions in a less drawn out fashion.

@5_News.“@MrDanWalker will be bringing you the news at 5pm every day from now on.“And he's got something to tell you all - watch his video down below.” In the video, Dan said it was a hard decision to make, as he loves the show and his colleagues. “This has been a massive decision for me because I love Breakfast,” the star said. He added: “I love working alongside Sally and I love the team there.“But Channel 5 came with big ambitions, with big plans.“I don’t think opportunities like this come around very often.”Dan shared the post with his 753,100 Twitter followers yesterday evening. He attached the caption: “Hello lovely people… some news.” Former co-host Louise Minchin responded to the news on Twitter.She wrote on Monday: “Massive congratulations and good luck Dan.“You will be missed on @BBCBreakfast but you won’t miss the early alarm calls.”

Dan Walker only announced his BBC Breakfast on Monday but his seat had already been filled... sort of. The presenter announced the news that he was quitting the early morning news programme after six years on social media earlier this week.

 “That’s my job application completed, then… @Mrdanwalker.” Fans and friends joked back with Jon. @Hamishausk said: “Haha! Who needs the main Breakfast gig when you’ve made it onto accidental partridge! “It’s what dreams are made of.”Dan responded in a quote tweet with a series of clapping hands emojis, cheering his fellow presenter on for making light of the situation.It comes after it was announced that Dan would be leaving BBC Breakfast. Channel 5 News released the update to Twitter yesterday with a short clip of Dan speaking about his career move. The post read: “Some news to share with you all from us at @5_News.“@MrDanWalker will be bringing you the news at 5pm every day from now on.“And he's got something to tell you all - watch his video down below.” Other BBC staff have since flocked to social media to respond to the shock announcement. That includes co-star Louise Minchin, who wrote in a quote Tweet: “Massive congratulations and good luck Dan.“You will be missed on @BBCBreakfast but you won’t miss the early alarm calls.”Among Louise’s 253,100 followers, some took to the comments with their thoughts. @PeterBridge18 said: “Who will replace him.

@5_News.“@MrDanWalker will be bringing you the news at 5pm every day from now on.“And he's got something to tell you all - watch his video down below.” Louise replied to the shock announcement in a quote tweet, writing: “Massive congratulations and good luck Dan. “You will be missed on @BBCBreakfast but you won’t miss the early alarm calls.”Fans among Louise’s 253,100 followers also took to the comments to share their thoughts. @TonyHearn14 penned: “Does this mean Louise is back on BBC Breakfast?” To which Louise replied, with a laughing emoji: “No.”@PeterBridge18 said: “Who will replace him.

Dan Walker shocked his followers on Monday when he announced he was leaving BBC Breakfast after six years. The presenter joined the programme back in 2016 to host the early morning news programme alongside Louise Minchin.

Dan Walker has quit his role as presenter BBC Breakfast to join Channel 5.

Dan Walker is set to leave BBC Breakfast to take up a new role on a rival channel. The presenter joined the BBC One's early morning news programme back in 2016.