Vernon Kay breaks silence after he's announced as new host for BBC Radio 2

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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. From 2015 – 2017, Vernon presented the mid-morning show on Radio X.WATCH: Vernon Kay announces new ITV presenting roleIn his official statement, Vernon said: "I'm absolutely over the moon to be handed the microphone to present the mid-morning show on Radio 2, and what an honour to follow in the footsteps of the mighty Ken Bruce."I look forward to playing some of the best music in the world whilst in the company of the Radio 2 listeners who I feel I’ve got to know over the last 18 months.

It’s a dream come true to join the Radio 2 family and I can’t wait to start."A post shared by BBC Radio 2 (@bbcradio2)The news delighted fans on social mediaKen couldn't be happier about his replacement, telling the BBC News: "Vernon is a lovely bloke and I wish him all the best," adding: "[I] wouldn't dare give anyone else tips about broadcasting".

Vernon will take on his exciting new role in May.TRENDING NOW: Goldie Hawn's son Oliver Hudson praised as he shares hospital selfieFans couldn't wait to weigh in on the news but a number were divided about his new role.