Zoe Ball: Last News

BBC Radio 2 DJ Vernon Kay was forced to take a step back from his mid-morning show on Tuesday 24 September, marking another surprise change in the station's line up, hot on the heels of Zoe Ball's return to the Breakfast Show after a six-week break. Gaby Roslin stepped in for Vernon, telling listeners: "Gaby in for Vernon Kay. It's a joy to be here." She added her well-wishes, saying: "Vernon, I hope your throat is feeling better.

Vernon Kay was offered a helping hand from his Radio 2 colleague Zoe Ball this morning after he came on air with a concerning croaky voice.

BBC Radio 2 presenter Zoe Ball returned to hosting her Breakfast Show and was keen to pay tribute to Lauren Laverne and Jamie Theakston after they both recently revealed their cancer diagnoses.

After taking an unexpected break from the airwaves, Zoe Ball made her much-anticipated return to BBC Radio 2's Breakfast Show today. Greeting her listeners at the crack of dawn after her six-week break, she said: "Morning gorgeous people its me Zoe the happy wanderer. I've wandered back.

BBC Radio 2's Zoe Ball made a spectacular return to the Breakfast Show airwaves after six weeks away that left fans puzzled about her sudden absence. Chatting with her listeners bright and early at 6:30am, a chipper Zoe greeted them with, "Morning gorgeous people its me Zoe the happy wanderer. I've wandered back.

Radio presenter Zoe Ball has announced that she will be returning to her breakfast show on BBC Radio 2 after six weeks away.The broadcaster, who is the BBC's highest paid female star on £950,000 a year, has been absent from her show since August 8, with Scott Mills filling in for her. Zoe has now broken her silence on her Radio 2 return, writing on Instagram: "Back to breakfast tomorrow morning 6.30." She went on to thank Scott Mills and DJ Spoony for filling in for her while she's been away, saying: "@realscottmills 7 @djspoony thanks for putting in the mega shifts." In a statement, a Radio 2 spokesperson addressed Zoe's return, saying: "We are looking forward to welcoming Zoe back to the Radio 2 Breakfast Show tomorrow morning." It has been a tough year for Zoe, who announced in April that her mum Julia Peckham passed away following her battle with pancreatic cancer.

Popular Radio 2 host Zoe Ball has been notably absent from her Breakfast Show for six weeks, leaving both fans and colleagues puzzled about the reason behind her hiatus.The 53 year old presenter, adored by listeners nationwide, has not graced the airwaves since August 8, with fellow DJs Scott Mills and Gaby Roslin stepping into her slot. Zoe is scheduled to make a comeback next Monday, though she's remained mum on the circumstances surrounding her return.

Zoe Ball's son, Woody Cook, has been her rock during her recent break from the BBC Radio 2 show.The much-loved presenter, aged 53, has been off-air since August 8, leaving listeners puzzled about her absence. She was recently seen with her former husband and music legend Fatboy Slim, aka Norman Cook, in Hove, which raised fans' eyebrows.They were spotted sharing a moment at a local cafe, where they stayed for just over an hour. After her unexpected hiatus, Zoe is rumoured to be returning to her radio slot this coming Monday, as per the new schedule.

Zoe Ball 's son Woody Cook said he's "glad to see Zoe smiling through tough times" after the BBC Radio 2 star was photographed being comforted by her ex-spouse Norman Cook - better known as Fatboy Slim - on Tuesday outside a cafe. Zoe, who is the BBC' s highest female earner, has been off the airwaves since August 8, leaving fans worried about her. Gaby Roslin and Celebrity Race Across the World winner Scott Mills have been filling in for the star who earns £950,000 a year.

Zoe Ball's father opened up about how the family supported her through the devastating loss of her boyfriend, Billy Yates, who tragically took his own life. Back in 2017, Johnny Ball, 86, disclosed their approach to keeping Zoe's spirits high despite the distance between them. Johnny said: "If she was next door we would pop round and say: 'Are you OK? ' but we're 60 miles away.

Zoe Ball's return to her BBC Radio 2 show has been "revealed" after a mysterious six-week absence that left fans puzzled.The 53 year old presenter took time off in August following the death of her mother, who passed away just 12 weeks after being diagnosed with cancer. Zoe was expected to return on August 5, but other stars stepped in to fill her slot. In a heartfelt tribute to her late mum on social media, Zoe wrote: "Thank you for teaching us how to love unconditionally, to always show courage and empathy, and how, even in the darkest of days, laughter is the greatest of gifts.

Scott Mills is a busy man at the moment. As well as covering for Zoe Ball’s Breakfast Show while she takes an extended leave of absence, Thursday (19 September) also had to see him hang in the studio and cover for Vernon Kay – whose show airs straight after Zoe's. Scott opened Vernon’s show with a voice note from the missing presenter to explain what was happening.

Zoe Ball, the much-loved radio host whose extended absence from Radio 2 has raised eyebrows among her regular listeners, was once one half of a '90s power couple.

There's been a whisper from inside the BBC about Zoe Ball's five-week break from her Radio 2 duties.The much-loved presenter, 53, has been noticeably absent since 8 August, leading to Scott Mills and Gaby Roslin stepping up to the microphone. Filling Zoe's shoes, both Gaby and Scott have been keeping her seat warm, but there's been no word from the BBC on what's kept Zoe away during the sunny season. Yet, this week saw an insider revealed "nobody knows what has happened", as they shared: "Nobody knows what has happened but everyone loves Zoe." Speaking to Mail Online, they added: "We hope everything is okay.

Zoe Ball's unexplained absence has now stretched into its fifth week, leaving her fans desperate for some clarity. The growing concern escalated after the announcement that Zoe will be absent from her BBC Radio 2 breakfast show for another week, fuelling speculation as her mysterious leave extends.

Zoe Ball fans were left disappointed yet again on Tuesday morning as the cherished Radio 2 star was MIA from her usual Breakfast Show spot.The 53 year old broadcaster hasn't blessed the airwaves since August 8, with stand-ins Scott Mills and Gaby Roslin stepping up to the mic in her stead. She isn't set to be back on the show until at least next week. Speaking on August 12, Scott addressed the confusion and said: "Good Morning.

BBC Radio 2 has issued a notice about breakfast show host Zoe Ball amid her unexpected absence from the airwaves.The 53 year old radio presenter usually brightens up our mornings from 6.30am. However, she's been missing from her usual slot for the past five weeks, with Scott Mills and Gaby Roslin stepping in to keep us entertained. Zoe last hosted her breakfast show on August 8, having only returned four days prior after a previous lengthy break.

BBC Radio 2 listeners were in for a surprise when a different voice filled the airwaves of the BBC Breakfast Show. Zoe Ball is usually heard waking up the nation, or accompanying them to work, school and more.

Zoe Ball left her BBC Radio 2 fans puzzled this morning (Monday August 12) as they tuned in to hear Scott Mills' voice instead, without explanation. It's once again raised eyebrows as the 53 year-old has only just returned to the Zoe Ball Breakfast Show. Early risers eagerly awaiting Zoe's presence were greeted by the voice of fill-in presenter Scott Mills on the show.

Zoe Ball is back on the airwaves.Taking to her Instagram, the broadcaster, who took over BBC Radio 2's Breakfast Show from Chris Evans in 2019, shared a glimpse into her morning routine as she returned to the studio. In July, 2024, Zoe stepped away from the show, with Gaby Roslin filling in. But on Monday, August 5, Zoe was back and paying a heartfelt homage to her late mum before cheekily welcoming everyone on her story with a video stroll through the BBC corridors before her shift, writing an excited "Mornin friends fiends and GREG.

Zoe Ball’s son Woody Cook has revealed that he and his mum are looking to team up as a mother and son TV presenting duo following their success on Celebrity Gogglebox. And the new project could help pave the way for Woody to appear on some of TV’s biggest shows – including Strictly Come Dancing, which the 23-year-old admits he’d “love” to take part in. Radio 2 DJ Zoe and her son have been a big hit on Gogglebox, with their easy chemistry as they comment on the latest TV offerings impressing TV bosses according to The Sun.