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Vernon Kay will replace Ken Bruce on his BBC Radio 2 mid-morning weekday show, the BBC has confirmed.The TV presenter, 48, will take over in May following the announcement last month that Scottish broadcasting veteran Ken, 72, would be stepping down from presenting his mid-morning show on the station after 31 years. Ken will present his final show on 3 March, the BBC confirmed on Friday.

Britain's Got Talent judge Alesha Dixon, actress Hannah Waddingham and Ukrainian singer Julia Sanina have been named as hosts of the Eurovision Song Contest this year.

James Corden, 44, opened up about a time where his family experienced hardship in an emotional interview on Tuesday.The star appeared on the Zoe Ball Breakfast Show, where he promoted his new Amazon Prime series Mammals. It was feeling particularly Christmassy in the BBC Radio 2 studio earlier this week, as Zoe Ball, 52, played the song When the Thames Froze by Smith and Burrows ahead of James’ arrival. When Zoe pointed out that James was singing along as he joined the broadcast, he explained: “I think it’s the best end line of a Christmas song. I really do. “To have a line that says, ‘Tell everyone that there’s hope in your heart.Tell everyone who will tell you apart. “‘At the end of Christmas Day, when there's nothing left to say.The years go by so fast.

"Dad, we love you with all our hearts and we will miss you every single day."You have been our hero and it's impossible to think of our lives without you."Mollie added poignantly: "You have always been there for us with every step we've taken and you even held on a few extra days to meet baby Annabella."You gave us your everything. You will be in our hearts and our memories every single day."Her former Saturdays bandmate Frankie Bridge - who last week shared her secret eating disorder heartache for the first time on the same app - offered her condolences and told Mollie she loved her.Meanwhile, Matt Edmonson, who is a co-host on BBC Radio 1, exclaimed: "Oh Molly, I'm am so sorry to hear this news.Thinking of you and sending all my love to you, and all your family."Fellow radio colleague Clara Amfo added: "Infinite love Mollie, so glad he got to meet your girl."Meanwhile, TV presenters TV presenters Zoe Ball, Laura Whitmore and Gethin Jones also expressed their sorrow after she shared a series of snaps of herself and her father.In one, he clutched a balloon declaring him the "world's best dad", while in another he and Mollie danced together at an event, warm smiles on their faces.The montage of memories also attracted the sympathy of This Morning star Ruth Langsford - the wife of GB News' Eamonn Holmes - and she reached out with her own kind words."Oh darling Mollie…I am so, so sorry to hear about your darling Dad passing," she exclaimed."Sending you and your family so much love.

Paul Whitehouse, 64, shared his thoughts about the BBC on the Zoe Ball Breakfast Show today on Radio 2.The Mortimer and Whitehouse: Gone Fishing star explained he felt like Channel 4 and the BBC were “not in the same league”. Paul spoke to Zoe Ball, 51, about teaming up with comedy partner Harry Enfield, 61, once more to tell the BBC’s centenary story tonight, by digging into the broadcaster’s archives.The show, entitled The Love Box in Your Living Room, is inspired by the work of Adam Curtis and will be a spoof documentary that is comically critical of the BBC in honour of its 100 year legacy. Putting on one of his quirky character voices, Paul told Zoe: “Sorry to get a bit serious with you here, Zoe.“But the BBC is a unique institution and so it was a privilege to mock it, if you like,” he continued.READ MORE:  “And if you look at the output, especially when we’re doing the twos, you know. “You think, ‘This little channel BBC Two - what it’s produced is extraordinary. Absolutely extraordinary.’ “No other channel would have done it,” Paul insisted before aiming a cheeky jibe at a broadcasting rival. “I mean, I know people say Channel 4,” he said.

Victoria Beckham stunned fans in her first appearance on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen alongside Hollywood star Anne Hathaway.

Aljaž Škorjanec has opened up about his decision to quit Strictly Come Dancing, admitting his departure from the show is still so raw he hasn’t braved returning to the studios.The former Strictly pro announced he was leaving the BBC show after nine years in March to pursue new opportunities. His decision came 12 months after his wife Janette Manrara made her departure to take over Zoe Ball as host of spin-off show It Takes Two. Speaking exclusively to OK! about why he’s swerved watching the new series from the audience, he said: “It’s going to take a few weeks.

After eight years dancing together on the BBC hit show, former Strictly pros Janette Manrara and Aljaž Škorjanec are learning to live like a normal couple as they focus on their separate careers. Here, they open up about the emotional shift in their 11-year relationship and reveal why the time apart has brought them closer than ever. Are you an OK! VIP? If not, why not? It’s free and gives you backstage access to stories like this, exclusive home tours, special discounts and so much more! All you need to do is pop your email address below! P.s.

Dan Walker, 45, appeared on the Zoe Ball Breakfast Show today, where he was quizzed about his former Strictly Come Dancing partner Nadiya Bychkova, 33, and her new pair-up with Matt Goss, 54.The former BBC Breakfast star insisted that the Bros singer is “very shy” and told Zoe Ball, 51, that the star needs more time to change the public’s minds about his dancing ability.Dan appeared on BBC Radio 2 today to promote his new book, Standing on the Shoulders. When radio host Zoe started taking calls, one Sheffield-based listener named Bruce Davis asked Dan what he thought of Nadiya’s new Strictly partner. “I’m really enjoying watching them,” Dan revealed. “I think Nadiya is brilliant and doing a fantastic job.”The Channel 5 presenter then went on to address the fact that Matt had not yet hit his stride in the competition. “I think Matt is very shy,” Dan suggested.

Ronan Keating has shared a touching tribute to his late Boyzone bandmate Stephen Gately to mark 13 years since his tragic death. The singer and presenter, 45, said that it "doesn't get any easier" following Stephen's death at the age of just 33, from an undetected congenital heart defect. He was found by his husband, Andrew Cowles, in their holiday home in Port d'Andratx, Mallorca.

Carol Kirkwood, 60, has been left “gutted” after Richie Anderson, 34, was announced as the second contestant to leave Strictly Come Dancing last night.The BBC Breakfast star told Zoe Ball, 51, that she was upset by the news, as the presenter branded the elimination a “shock exit” on her BBC Radio 2 show.BBC weather star Carol contacted the Zoe Ball Breakfast Show this morning to send her well wishes to Richie, who was heard breaking down in tears on-air. After playing a highlight reel of his time on Strictly, Zoe read out the sweet message from Carol.She told Radio 2 listeners: “9 to 5 by Dolly Parton playing, especially for the gorgeous Carol Kirkwood, who is listening to the show this morning. “She says she’s gutted about you going out, Richie - she thought you were fab and she knows a thing or two does Carol!” Earlier in the show, Zoe branded Richie’s elimination from the show a “shock exit” after the broadcaster and his partner Giovanni Pernice failed to beat Fleur East and her partner Vito Coppola in the dance off. “Totally undeserved, we all said,” Zoe told Richie as he entered the studio.

Strictly Come Dancing viewers have praised the show for having two same-sex couples for this year’s series. 2021 winner Giovanni Pernice has been paired up with Richie Anderson, while comedian Jayde Adams will be dancing with Karen Hauer. People have since applauded the pairings, and branded them as “historic”.

Emeli Sandé has announced she is engaged to her girlfriend Yoana Karemova after coming out earlier this year. The Next To Me singer shared the joyous news that Yoana had popped the question in a post on social media, just months after they went public with their relationship. Looking elated, Emeli flashed the biggest grin while also showing off her dazzling engagement ring.

Hitmaker Emeli Sande has announced that she's engaged to her girlfriend Yoana Karemova after coming out earlier this year. The Read All About It, Next To Me and Beneath Your Beautiful singer revealed the joyous news on her Instagram that classical pianist Yoana had popped the question.

Emeli Sandé has announced she is engaged to her girlfriend Yoana Karemova after coming out earlier this year.The Next To Me singer shared the joyous news that Yoana had popped the question in a post on social media, just months after they went public with their relationship.Looking elated, Emeli flashed the biggest grin while also showing off her dazzling engagement ring.‘I said Yes! ❤️❤️’ she captioned the photo.Emeli’s loved ones were quick to celebrate the news, with Amel Rachadi writing: ‘Awww I am so happy for you both yay.’DJ and presenter Zoe Ball said: ‘Congrats gorgeous girl.’Emeli revealed to Metro in March that she is in love with a woman, teasing that she fell in love with classical pianist  Yoana when she was learning about classical music.‘We met through music,’ she said at the time. ‘And I definitely feel happier than ever.

Steps' Faye Tozer has revealed the heartbreaking news that her beloved mother has sadly passed away.  The singer, 46, took to Instagram on Wednesday to pen an emotional tribute to her 'lioness' mum as well as thanking her fellow bandmates for their support.  Taking to Instagram Faye shared a series of snaps of her late parents who she also called her 'biggest fan'.

The Elton John-Shaina Taub stage musical adaptation of The Devil Wears Prada, which recently ended a five-week engagement in Chicago, is “not ready” for subsequent stagings, John said today, seeming to end speculation that a Broadway or West End production was in the immediate offing.

Former Strictly Come Dancing professional Janette Manrara will host spin-off show It Takes Two again, the BBC has announced.

Ex Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer Janette Manrara and former X Factor star Rylan Clark-Neal have both been confirmed to return as co-hosts of Strictly – It Takes Two, which will be back on screens on Monday 26 September. Rylan, 33, has presented Strictly – It Takes Two, which airs every weeknight, since 2019, with Janette, 38, joining him in 2021 after hanging up her Strictly dancing shoes.

Radio star Lauren Laverne has been a firm favourite in the music world since the early 2000s – and is hailed as one of the UK’s most successful DJs on the airwaves. But arguably her most impressive achievement to date arrived when she landed her dream job as the presenter of much-loved radio show Desert Island Discs in 2018 - on which she carried out her favourite interview to date, supermodel Kate Moss. “They asked me and I quite literally jumped at the chance!” Lauren, 44, tells us.

It’s nearly been a year since Rose Ayling-Ellis and Giovanni Pernice found success on Strictly Come Dancing and took home the infamous Glitterball trophy, and now a new group of famous faces are looking to put their dance moves to the test. After announcing that the hit BBC show would hit our screens in September, the contestants for the 2022 series have been being unveiled thick and fast.