Strictly star Dan Walker quits the BBC for new career at rival broadcaster

Sally Nugent caused a stir at Ladies Day by suggesting ITV’s Ed Chamberlin could replace Dan Walker on BBC Breakfast.Taking to Instagram, the 50-year-old shared a snap of herself and presenter Ed enjoying a sunny day at the Aintree races.Sally wowed in a brown polka dot midi dress while Ed looked incredibly dapper in a three-piece navy suit.The BBC Breakfast presenter sent her followers into a frenzy as she captioned the post: "Oh hello.

Dan Walker got suited and booted to spend a day at the races after announcing his BBC Breakfast departure. The popular presenter made the most of some downtime as he headed to The Grand National Ladies Day at Liverpool's famous Aintree racecourse.Dan, 45, looked dapper in a blue three-piece suit as he headed to the annual event to mingle with fellow guests including football legend Sir Alex Ferguson.

@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.”

BBC Breakfast presenter Sally Nugent has sparked a frenzy amongst her social media followers after asking ITV's Ed Chamberlin what he's doing this summer following Dan Walker's exit from the BBC earlier this week.Taking to Instagram, Sally shared a picture of herself posing with fellow broadcaster, sports presenter Ed Chamberlin as they enjoyed a sunny day at the races together.In view of her 52,700 followers, the newsreader shared a snap of herslef with the sports presenter.Sally wrote: "Oh hello."What are you doing this summer? @edchamberlin," she added, alongside a winking face.The snap showed the duo posing for a sunny snap at the races, while Sally stunned in a polka dot midi dress.A post shared by Sally Nugent (@sallynugenttv)After sharing the picture, some of Sally's fans were convinced that she was dropping hints over who would be her new BBC Breakfast co-host after Dan's exit.Instagram user 70_andy_11 wrote: "Will Big Ed @edchamberlin being sitting next to you in the Mornings #breakfast #newcouple." (sic)However, others commented on Sally's stunning outfit.A.jaynehardy wrote: "Looking gorgeous."While patricktbartley penned: "Serving Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman!"Sally's post comes days after Dan announced that he had decided to depart his presenting role on BBC Breakfast and move to Channel 5.In view of his 753,000 Twitter followers, he said: "I have some news."In two weeks, I'm going to be leaving BBC Breakfast and moving to 5 News on Channel 5.""I'm really excited but I thought I'd just explain the decision," he added.He went on: "It's a massive one for me - someone who loves Breakfast, loves the team there, loves sitting next to Sally.""But Channel 5 came along with big ambitions, big plans - and I don't

Coronation Street star Charlie Lawson has slammed British soaps for 'ticking boxes'. The actor, who portrayed imprisoned Jim McDonald, appeared on GB News alongside former fellow Weatherfield resident Sherrie Hewson and Brookside's Tina Malone.Charlie, 62, was quizzed by broadcast Dan Wootton on "wokeness" and admitted current soaps don't "reflect reality".The actor argued that viewers would "start to switch off" from watching soaps as bosses choose to tick boxes.He admitted to feeling a sense of despair over the constant stream of "new things that you can and can't do".It came as Dan chatted to Charlie and fellow soap stars in the wake of June Brown's death.Charlie raised that many viewers are being extremely tight-lipped about what they want to watch and are afraid of calling soap bosses out.He told GMB's Dan: "We're great at being a silent majority in this b****y country over a great deal of things and I try not to be, to my detriment."There's always new things that you can and can't do and I despair and that goes across society in my humble opinion." He raged: "I hope to god that Corrie and EastEnders or whatever, Emmerdale Farm are around in 10 years but I think people start to switch off because boxes are being ticked with such heavy black ink and I mean that across the whole television industry."There is a silent majority out there who just want to say, excuse my French, they want to say, 'B******s to that, I want to watch what I want to watch'." During his stint on Coronation Street back in the late 90s, Charlie's character became temporarily wheelchair-bound following an altercation with son Steve in 1998.

BBC Breakfast star Naga Munchetty was replaced during the latest instalment of the morning show.Rachel Burden woke up the nation on Thursday (April 7) morning alongside regular host Charlie Stayt. Charlie, 59, usually presents the programme with Naga, 47, from Thursday through to Saturday.Dan Walker and Sally Nugent host Breakfast Monday to Wednesday, while the Sunday show is hosted by different broadcasters on rotation.It comes just days after Naga took to social media to speak of her pride after being nominated for a Radio Times Moment Of The Year award.The presenter revealed that her Radio 5 Live show has been nominated for an award for an episode where the star discussed what she called one of her "most traumatic experiences" with listeners.Last June, she opened up about having a contraceptive coil fitted, revealing that she fainted twice from the pain of the procedure.Posting a snippet from the episode online, Naga wrote: "This has been nominated for 'Radio Times Moment Of The Year'."So proud of the work our @bbc5live team put into this important subject to be aired."Sharing a candid quote from the snippet, Naga continued: "My screams were so loud that my husband tried to find out what room I was in to make it stop."Adoring fans were quick to comment with words of encouragement and support.One wrote: "Amazing radio - it was/is so powerful to hear other people's experiences."Another added: "Well done Naga! Hugely important to raise awareness through open and honest discussions," while a third agreed: "Congrats, and well-deserved...

BBC Breakfast’s Dan Walker, 45, has shared images of mysterious stains under the iconic furniture at the BBC Breakfast studios on social media.This comes days after Dan announced he is planning to leave the BBC morning show.Earlier this week, Dan decided to show fans behind the scenes images from the BBC Breakfast studios but it wasn’t exactly what they had been expecting.The grim video clip, which showed a “strange” large stain under the well-known red sofa, was posted on Dan’s Instagram story.His colleagues had hilarious reactions to it.Dan said: “Well, welcome to the world of the strange BBC Breakfast stain” and showed the stain in all its glory on the social media platform./celebrity-news/1592126/Rachel-Riley-Countdown-presenter-social-media-instagram-disgusting-messages-news-latestHe posted in view of his 273,000 followers.A woman in the background, who was not seen on camera but is thought to be Dan’s co-presenter Sally Nugent, 50, saw the stain and could be heard screaming.She then asked: “What's that?”The former Strictly contestant, who has been with the BBC for the past 13 years, could be heard laughing at her reaction.“You put a face on it,” the female voice also said.He had tagged Sally and BBC Breakfast’s instagram accounts on the Instagram story, alongside a gif of a person feeling sick.Dan is planning to leave the red sofa, and the rest of the BBC set, behind in the next few weeks.The 45-year-old recently announced he will be quitting, after six years as a co-host there, in favour of rivals Channel 5.The presenter took to Twitter on Monday to share the news of his departure.Dan’s BBC Breakfast fans were heartbroken at the news.According to reports, Dan’s move from the BBC to Channel 5 News is set to earn

BBC Breakfast star Sally Nugent made a cheeky on-air dig at her co-host Dan Walker, following the news that he would be leaving the show after six years. Dan, who announced that he’d quit his day job to join rival Channel 5, and Sally were busy discussing the change in divorce law on Wednesday 6 April’s show.

Dan Walker could be replaced by Good Morning Britain star Laura Tobin on BBC Breakfast.The 45-year-old presenter has announced he'll be leaving the famous red sofa later this year.He announced on Monday (April 4) that he's leaving the channel after six years to join Channel 5 news.Rumours have already began circulating who could take over from Dan.Bookies have Morning Live presenter Gethin Jones and Dan's Strictly Come Dancing co-star AJ Odudu are current favourites to be offered the position.However, GMB weather presenter Laura could also be set to swap channels.Ladbrokes have Laura to join BBC Breakfast at 6/1 with The One Show host Jermaine Jenas at 9/2, Ade Adepitan at 11/2 and ITV star Vernon Kat at 11/1.Laura, 40, worked for the BBC before moving to the ITV Breakfast programme Daybreak in 2012. The show was later replaced by Good Morning Britain in early 2014 and the metrologist currently presents the weather bulletins for the programme.Others names in the running to take over from Dan include BBC Breakfast star Jon Kay, adventurer Bear Grylls and Homes Under The Hammer star Martin Roberts.Announcing his exit from BBC Breakfast earlier this week, Dan said: “Hello, Dan Walker here.

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.

Big Brother star sadly passed away last year at the age of 39 following a long battle with an eating disorder.A documentary to celebrate Nikki's life will air on Channel 4 this Thursday (April 7) ahead of the first anniversary of her heartbreaking death on April 9.Sue appeared on BBC Breakfast on Wednesday morning (April 6) to chat to hosts Dan Walker and Sally Nugent about Nikki's career and life.Opening up about her daughter's final days, the grieving mum explained: "She came down to visit me and collapsed so she was blue lighted to hospital."She was there for two weeks and had a BMI of 10. She was pitiful but I went there to shower her, dress her and sit with her to take a load off the nurses."Nikki managed to convince them that she'd be fine at home.

Dan Walker was cheekily replaced live on air during the latest edition of BBC Breakfast.The 45-year-old presenter announced on Monday (April 4) that he's quit the show after six years to join Channel 5 News.He was back on our screens on Wednesday morning (April 6) to wake up the nation alongside Sally Nugent.The pair spoke to cyclist Bradley Wiggins about his latest cycling challenge.He's getting back on his bike to raise awareness for men's mental health. However, things took a bizarre turn and Bradley ended up taking over Dan during the interview.Bradley asked Dan: "When are you leaving?"Dan replied: "In a few weeks time."Sally pointed out: "There's a vacancy.

Naga Munchetty had interviewed Harry Billinge, a D-Day war hero, in the past for BBC Breakfast - and co-star Dan Walker, who is set to leave the BBC in just two weeks, posted video footage of the episode in remembrance. Viewers could see Harry modestly assure Naga: "I'm no hero" - but the tearful presenter, like many others, clearly thought otherwise."How sad to hear that D-Day veteran Harry Billinge has died at the age of 96," Dan mused on his Twitter account."He gave one of the most moving and memorable interviews about friends he lost in battle & heroism.

BBC Breakfast star Sally Nugent has made a cheeky dig at co-star Dan Walker following the news that he'll be leaving the show later this year.The 45-year-old presenter announced on Monday (April 4) that he's quit the BBC morning show to join Channel 5 News. He was back on our screens on Wednesday (April 6) morning alongside Sally to wake up the nation.The pair discussed the most far-reaching change in divorce laws in decades which ends the need for separating couples to blame one of themselves.After watching a video detailing the legalisation change, Sally couldn't help but make a dig about Dan's decision to leave her on the red sofa.Sally joked: "I like the idea of an amicable divorce, Dan."After a short pause, he replied: "Awkward."Before adding: "I'm still here for a few weeks don't worry."Dan will replace Sian Williams as the Channel 5 News anchor, who recently announced she was leaving.She also made the move across from the BBC Breakfast sofa to Channel 5 in 2016.

Dan Walker has paid a touching tribute to D-Day veteran Horace "Harry" Billinge following his tragic death aged 96.He passed away on Tuesday (April 5) after battling a short illness, his family confirmed.Mr Billinge was one of only four of his unit to survive the storming of Gold Beach on 6 June 1944.The veteran spent more than 60 years collecting for the Royal British Legion's Poppy Appeal.He was appointed an MBE in 2020 after raising funds to build a national memorial honouring his fallen comrades.Mr Billinge dedicated it to the 22,442 service personnel killed on D-Day and during the Battle for Normandy.BBC Breakfast paid a tribute to the veteran during Wednesday's (April 6) episode.A montage celebrating Mr Billinge's life played out and hosts Dan Walker and Sally Nugent remembered the star, who regularly appeared on the show.After watching the clips of Mr Billlinge, Sally said: "What an amazing, amazing man."Her co-star Dan added: "What a beautiful piece bringing all what he did together. So many interviews and he achieved so much in his 96 years."Following the news yesterday people have reacted with great sadness.

Naga Munchetty has taken to social media, sharing her heartbreak over the news Harry Billinge had passed away.The D-Day veteran died aged 96, after a "short illness", his devastated family confirmed in a statement, two years after Mr Billinge appeared on BBC Breakfast.Confirming the death of Horace 'Harry' Billinge, his daughter Sally Billinge-Shandley said: "The passion he had for all the veterans that lost their lives was unwavering."He dedicated his life to making sure that was never forgotten, that's how he'll be remembered."Harry was just 18 when he was sapper attached to the 44 Royal Engineer Commandos before the Normandy landings, where he was just one of four to survive the storming of Gold Beach back on June 6, 1944.Taking to social media, the BBC 5 Live broadcaster shared: "Incredibly sad news. Harry was a true gentleman and a hero."Her fans echoed Naga's post, with one replying with: "Such a lovely man. I remember vividly the day he sat and spoke to you, and the very humble way he described the things that he and fellow comrades had gone through.

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Dan Walker, 45, has been a staple on BBC Breakfast since he joined the morning show in 2016.The presenter has taken to Twitter to announce his departure from the show, along with his move to Channel 5, leaving many loyal visitors devastated.In view of his 752,900 Twitter followers, Dan re-posted the Channel 5 announcement video about his huge news.He captioned the post: "Hello lovely people... some news."Many social media users took to the post's comments to share their heartbreak that Dan will be leaving the BBC.JWalm61 said: "Congratulations but really sorry to see you leave BBC Breakfast."Dan replied: "I’m sad too Jane but also excited about a new challenge."Former colleague Jane Dougall also penned: "Wow! What a shock! The few times we've shared the sofa on @BBCBreakfast have been a joy."Watching the master at work! You'll be a huge loss to the BBC, but wishing you the best in your new role."BBC Sports journalist Georgie Heath said: "This feels like a break-up."@Mrdanwalker has been a constant and a sense of normality on my screen through a lot of ups, downs and everything in between.

EastEnders actor John Altman reckons his on-screen mum June Brown should have been a legend of the big screen. John - famous as Dot Cotton's wayward son Nasty Nick on the soap - claimed that they took the BBC show roles for the cash and that decision cost them bigger roles in the movies.He said: "I truly believe that June could have been a Penelope Keith or a Vanessa Redgrave if she'd had the 'Sliding Doors' moment we used to talk about.

BBC Breakfast presenter Dan Walker left fans feeling queasy after pointing out a mystery red stain in the studio as he announces his departure from the show.Taking to his Instagram story, Dan, 45, posted a shocking video of the floor on set, telling the camera: "Well, welcome to the world of the strange BBC Breakfast stain," before panning to an oozing red stain which appeared to be seeping out from underneath the sofa.A loud scream is then heard by a female voice, who frantically asks: "What’s that?" - and Dan could then be heard laughing as the female voice added: "You put a face on it!" The journalist and TV presenter - who competed in Strictly Come Dancing last year - has announced he will leave the BBC after 13 years to a host a revamped version of Channel 5's 5pm news programme in the next few weeks. Walker said in a Twitter video that he would also present "a whole host of new programmes across the channel".The broadcaster, who previously presented Football Focus from 2009 to 2021, has hosted the morning show since 2016.The presenter will replace Sian Williams as the Channel 5 news anchor, who recently announced she was leaving.Walker said in a statement: "I can’t wait to get stuck into the daily news show, but I am also excited about making some great new TV for Channel 5."He added: "I love their ideas and creativity and it’s rare to get an opportunity like this where paths and ambitions meet.