Vernon Kay: Last News

The BBC has confirmed who will replace Ken Bruce on his BBC Radio 2 mid-morning weekday show.

Vernon Kay has been announced as the new host of BBC Radio 2's mid-morning show, replacing Ken Bruce who has been presenting the show for 31 years.The husband of Tess Daly, 48, is already familiar to Radio 2 listeners as in recent years he's covered for The Zoe Ball Breakfast Show, Steve Wright in the Afternoon, Rylan on Saturday and Dermot O'Leary.He also presents Dance Sounds of the 90s on BBC Sounds and Radio 2. Vernon kicked off his radio career at Radio 1 from 2004 – 2012, where he presented Saturday and Sunday mid-morning shows.

Tess Daly and her husband Vernon Kay have been married since 2003 - but they still managed to surprise fans on Monday when Vernon shared a slightly unusual portrait of the happy couple.Taking to Instagram, the former model, 48, posted a snapshot of a questionable portrait in which Vernon can be seen hugging his wife, Tess.WATCH: Tess Daly shares big news as husband Vernon Kay reactsSharing the loft discovery with his followers, Vernon captioned his photo: "Loft deep dive. Found this wedding gift.

Tess Daly pulled out all the stops on Sunday as she celebrated a very special occasion: her pet pooch's fourth birthday.Taking to Instagram, the mother-of-two delighted fans with a string of photos featuring her beloved pup wearing an adorable mini party hat and a matching birthday badge.WATCH: Tess Daly shares big news as husband Vernon Kay reactsIn honour of her pet's milestone, Tess prepared an edible dog treat complete with colourful candles, a bright pink heart decoration and a 'Happy Birthday' cake topper."Our baby is four today," the 53-year-old gushed in her caption. Tess marked her pet's birthdayThe star shares her furry companion with husband Vernon Kay and their two daughters, Phoebe, 18, and Amber, 13.MORE: Tess Daly delights fans with unbelievable photo alongside husband Vernon - and you won't believe itDISCOVER: Strictly's Tess Daly enchants in rare wedding photos with Vernon Kay - but fans have questionsThe family live in Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire and seem to have an idyllic countryside life with a dream house and a private swimming pool.

BBC Radio 2 listeners appear to be tuning into other stations following the departure of veteran DJs, figures show.

Regular listeners of Zoe Ball’s Radio 2 Breakfast show were left confused this morning when the star was absent from her slot due to illness.

Strictly Come Dancing host Tess Daly, might seem to have it all - a glittering showbiz lifestyle, a beautiful wife, two children and a lucrative presenting career - but he's still searching for that elusive feeling of contentment. In a recent podcast interview, the 48-year-old admitted his frustration as there are still bucket list goals that he hasn't achieved.Asked on The Mid Point With Gabby Logan when he realised he had reached contentment, he candidly clarified: "I don't think I am [there] yet!"In spite of enjoying a great family life with Tess, 53, and their daughters Phoebe and Amber, Vernon adamantly declared: "I don't think I am content! I think I would know when I get there."He explained that his father, who'd spent 58 years working as a long distance lorry driver, had already found contentment and happiness in his life, but that his own restless spirit wouldn't allow him to settle quite as quickly.As part of the podcast, he took readers back in time to the moment he first attempted to set goals for himself.At school, Vernon had little interest in academic subjects, feeling in his heart that he'd never use the information he was learning in his career.In the years that followed, he moved to London and landed a job as a woodcutter in a DIY shop, cutting fence panels for his cousin - but he wasn't enjoying life at all."[I was] thinking, 'This is going absolutely nowhere, I'm supposed to be in this glamorous glitzy fashion world doing modelling and I wasn't," he explained."I was just racking up debt.

Tess Daly, 53, in 2003, with the couple having two children together.The former All-Star Family Fortunes host has spoken out defending his wife for the "unbelievable" work she puts into Strictly Come Dancing after judge Craig Revel Horwood once described her as "dull".Vernon revealed in a recent interview the extent of the amount of work that goes on behind-the-scenes on the hit BBC dance show.He said that Tess, alongside fellow host Claudia Winkleman, spent hours learning their lines.The former I'm a Celeb star admitted: "Tess is the best person I have ever worked with."She’s unbelievable.

Love Island's Olivia Attwood. Before entering the jungle, Chris explained the "good advice" he received from his colleague and former campmate, Vernon Kay.Chris has refused to mention exactly what advice his Radio X colleague Vernon gave him prior to entering the jungle on I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here!He said, as reported by The Mirror: "Vernon gave me some good advice to do with underwear, I won’t share it."But he did call me and say I’ll have a great time and absolutely love it and he gave me tips on eating kangaroo testicles, he said ‘just shove it in’."Chris is also friends with fellow DJ Tony Blackburn who won the show in 2002.He joked: "I didn’t ask Tony (Blackburn) because he was the first winner so I love him a lot but he’s so old now he won’t remember what he had for breakfast so asking him what it was like to win that show he doesn’t even know he did that show."Vernon took part in the show in 2020, the first year the show was filmed in Gwrych Castle, Wales.Speaking to Toby Tarrant on Radio X, Vernon recalled: "From my experience, I was in a beautiful farmhouse in Anglesey in North Wales and I was on my own, but because I'm A Celebrity is a huge TV production, you can't really get around how big it is.There's someone to do everything."So I had a nurse come round and do my Covid test, because it was during the pandemic, I had someone come and deliver me food, my drink if I wanted some booze..."I was doing runs every day with the Royal Marine security guard who was looking after us.

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I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! "isn't all it's hyped up to be" ahead of the new series returning to Australia next month.The 48-year-old made the comment in a conversation with Dave Tomlinson on BBC Radio 2 as he stood in for Zoe Ball this morning.In the chat, Vicar and writer Dave told Vernon he was off to Australia next week to spend some time with his son and family."It's filling my mind at the moment," he told the host.Vernon replied: "That sounds lovely, I thought you were going to say I'm going to Australia to take part in I'm A Celebrity..

Strictly Come Dancing host Tess Daly has shared a rare photo of her daughter Phoebe in celebration of her 18th birthday. The TV presenter posted some recent pictures of Phoebe to her Instagram. Included in the selection was an adorable throwback of Phoebe as a baby being cradled by her mother and father Vernon Kay.

Vernon Kay shocked fans earlier this month when he revealed he had a large tattoo of a man’s face on his back. And even though he later admitted it was a prank, it seems even wife Tess Daly didn’t know about it beforehand.

Peter Andre has revealed the tattoo he regrets the most, and it isn’t his inking in tribute to his former wife Katie Price. Pete, 49, previously had the word ‘Katie’ inked on his finger, but he got the tattoo removed in 2010 following their divorce. He told This Morning of the six-month removal process: “I didn’t want to have scars all over my hands...

Peter Andre has revealed his eight year old daughter Millie is "doing brilliantly" at school and brings home the homework of a 15 year old. Writing in his weekly column, the 49 year old's comments came as he discussed how his children are getting on at school as they head towards the end of their first new term. Here, he also reveals his tattoo regrets and defends Strictly judge Shirley Ballas after she faced criticism.

Strictly Come Dancing host Tess Daly has celebrated her eldest daughter's 18th birthday by posting a batch of rare photos. Tess, 53, shared pictures of birthday girl Phoebe as she marked her special day.

Strictly Come Dancing fans all had the same thing to say as host Tess Daly shared a sweet post celebrating her daughter's 18th birthday.The TV presenter, 53, shared a number of snaps of 18 year old Phoebe on her milestone birthday, with plenty of people taking to the comments to say the teen is "a double" of mum Tess. Sharing the post with her 800,000 followers, Tess wrote: "Where did the time go? Our little Phoebe is 18 today! Wishing you the happiest birthday! "We are so proud of you and can’t wait to celebrate this milestone with you.

Tess Daly took to social media with a selection of rare photos of her and Vernon Kay's daughter Phoebe who turned 18 on Sunday.MORE: Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman delight fans with stunning update ahead of first Strictly showIn the heartfelt post, the Strictly Come Dancing host shared a number of sweet snaps of her firstborn - and the resemblance is uncanny. The doting mother also shared a selection of family photos in the touching update.WATCH: Tess Daly beams as she models her latest beachwear by the poolCaptioning the images, Tess penned: "Where did the time go? Our little Phoebe is 18 today! Wishing you the happiest birthday! We are so proud of you and can’t wait to celebrate this milestone with you.

Claudia Winkleman has become a much-loved member of Strictly ever since she joined Tess Daly as a co-host back in 2014.MORE: Tess Daly's fans seriously divided as husband Vernon Kay unveils huge tattooFans and viewers alike love to see the star on screen – not least because of her seriously stylish ensembles, masterfully put together by Claudia's stylist Sinead McKeefry. WATCH: Tess Daly & Claudia Winkleman's 5 Style LessonsBut there is something upsetting Claudia's fans on Instagram – as made evident by her very latest post.READ: Claudia Winkleman's daily diet: what the Strictly star eats for breakfast, lunch and dinnerMORE: Tess Daly's diet revealed: what the Strictly host eats in a dayClaudia, 50, shared a snapshot taken backstage on the show, showing her posing in her a sparkling silver jacket and matching trousers.And while her followers adored the fashion-forward ensemble, they did have one complaint.A post shared by Claudia Winkleman (@claudiawinkle)Claudia's fans have urged the star to credit her Strictly outfits"You never put out where the clothes are from!!" one told the star, while a second echoed: "These trousers are everything.

Tess Daly stepped back the spotlight again at the weekend as she resumed her hosting duties on Strictly Come Dancing.MORE: Tess Daly prepares for heartbreak over daughter PhoebeBut her husband, Vernon Kay, was busy making waves too – for an altogether different reason. WATCH: Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman dazzle in sequins for movie weekThe 48-year-old took to Instagram to share a snapshot of a huge tattoo covering his back. And fans were divided.READ: Strictly's Tess Daly surprises with baby photo as she makes exciting family announcementSEE: Vernon Kay and Tess Daly's home with pool and gym is another worldVernon has been happily married to Tess since 2003 and together they share two children, daughters, Phoebe, 17, and 13-year-old Amber.

Strictly Come Dancing host Tess Daly, unveiled his massive back tattoo today. In 2012, the star lost a bet that meant he had to get NFL player Eli Manning's face inked on his back, but not until a decade later was he able to show Eli the artwork in person. Vernon, 48, removed his shirt to reveal the gigantic black-and-white tat of Eli, 41, who was left gobsmacked.The presenter took to Instagram to share the surreal moment with his 719,000 followers.In the picture, Eli is standing next to Vernon’s back, mimicking the expression on the tattoo ten years on.In the caption, Vernon wrote: "Finally got to show #elimanning my punishment for betting against him and @nygiants in 2012.