'We have to' Dan Walker reacts to viewer who labelled BBC Breakfast habit 'cringe-worthy'

Dan Walker was one of many BBC stars welcoming a new addition to breakfast news this week.The broadcaster announced Rick Edwards will be taking over Nicky Campbell on BBC Radio 5 Live.Nicky usually hosts the breakfast news show with Rachel Burden on the station.However, the BBC confirmed he will instead be taking on a new spot later in the morning from November.In a tweet on September 1 the station wrote: “We’ve got some exciting news…“Rick Edwards will take over from Nicky Campbell as the new 5 Live Breakfast presenter alongside Rachel Burden from November.“Congratulations @RickEdwards1.”Dan was one of the first stars to react to the news online.Replying to the tweet, Dan wrote: “Congratulations @rickedwards1.“Welcome to the wide awake

The start date for Strictly Come Dancing has been announced online, days after contestant Dan Walker appeared to accidentally let a date slip. During Wednesday's episode of BBC Breakfast, Dan, 44, appeared to let slip that the start date will in fact be 18 September, which is just over two weeks away.The presenter was talking to co-host Louise Minchin as she revealed that her last day on the BBC Breakfast sofa will be September 15.

Dan Walker, 44, took to social media this morning to address a slip-up that he made earlier this week.The BBC Breakfast presenter, who is no stranger to presenting live TV, accidentally revealed the launch date for Strictly Come Dancing 2021, which he is taking part in this year.Dan has now shared a post from the official Strictly Instagram account which told fans that the programme will kick off in 15 days time.Alongside the video, he addressed the mistake and apologised."About time someone told us the start date for #Strictly this year," the broadcaster quipped, adding a gritted teeth and laughing emoji.He added the hashtags "#Sorry" and "#StrickiLeaks" - a nod to his new nickname.The original post, which included a video of his co-star

"Well, it would have been 20 years in December this year," she replied.Dan continued: "Have there been any points since you said you were going to leave that you've thought, 'Oh, have I made the wrong choice? I might just stay'? Please!"Laughing, the broadcaster explained: "I promise you, if I told that to our boss, he'd be like 'What?'"No, I 100 per cent know that it's the right thing for me to do," she stated.Earlier in the year, Louise addressed her exit to viewers, saying: "It will be, this year, 20 years since I first presented this programme."Since then I've felt part of a huge, enormous BBC Breakfast family which includes everyone who works here, everyone on the team and every one of you who watches the programme."I've loved being

BBC Breakfast star Dan Walker has accidentally revealed when Strictly Come Dancing will return to our screens.The popular dancing contest has a closely-guarded schedule, making Dan’s slip-up all the more amusing.While appearing on the BBC One morning show on Wednesday, he made the exciting announcement after his colleague Louise Minchin confessed when she would be stepping down from the news programme.The 44-year-old journalist whipped his mobile phone out and proceeded to go through his personal calendar, all whilst appearing on live tv.Dan went on to say: "I was just going to put your date in the diary."He continued: "I meet and greet the partner in a couple of days time."And actually the first show is on the 18th and then the live shows

Strictly Come Dancing is always a highlight of the TV calendar and it doesn’t look like fans have much longer to wait after a contestant accidentally let slip when it is coming back on air.

STRICTLY Come Dancing star Dan Walker accidentally let slip the show's closely-guarded schedule live on air. The 44-year-old BBC Breakfast presenter revealed the dates the first show and live shows start this month.

Strictly Come Dancing contestant Dan Walker appeared to accidentally let slip the start date of the upcoming series on Wednesday's episode of BBC Breakfast.The hit BBC One dance show typically kicks off in September, however, confirmation of when the new series was due to start had yet to be revealed. During Wednesday's episode of BBC Breakfast, Dan, 44, appeared to let slip that the start date will in fact be 18 September, which is just over two weeks away.The presenter was talking to co-host Louise Minchin as she revealed that her last day on the BBC Breakfast sofa will be September 15.

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BBC Breakfast's Dan Walker apologised to co-host Louise Minchin for sitting too close to her on the sofa.Thanks to the pandemic, TV presenters have been sitting very far apart due to social distancing, but Dan was closer than normal.He explained: "It's a busy old morning today. We're sitting a bit close to each other."Louise exclaimed: "What are you doing?! I noticed you edging over""Sorry about that, I didn't want to put you off during the interview.

BBC Breakfast viewers would have been forgiven for thinking they were seeing double on Wednesday morning, as presenter Dan Walker looked like he was interviewing himself thanks to a matching outfit with a guest.Dan was seen interviewing BBC's Chief Political Correspondent Adam Fleming on a split screen, and viewers noticed they had a matching navy blue suit, dark red tie and white shirt.One tweeted Dan to say: "Been up for about 10 minutes, saw the wide shot of Dan Walker and Adam and thought they were the same person," with crying laughing emojis.Fortunately Dan saw the funny side and shared the message, saying: "We have become The Day Today...

BBC Breakfast presenter Dan Walker is all set to use his Christian faith to protect himself from dancing criticism during his Strictly Come Dancing stint.The former Football Focus host, 44, is set to join the line-up alongside the likes of soap star Katie McGlynn, Loose Women’s Judi Love and comedian Robert Webb.But any criticism he receives from judges Shirley Ballas, Motsi Mabuse, Craig Revel Horwood and Anton Du Beke will be like water off a duck’s back, thanks to his devout Christianity.Speaking on Premier Christian Radio podcast The Profile, Dan opened up about how his religion will help during the dancing contest.Dan said: "I never mind what people write or say about me."That’s because, as a Christian, I don’t take my value from what

BBC Breakfast and Morning Live, after knocking over her mug of tea live on air.The presenter was left mortified during the segment after she suffered the awkward blunder in front of her co-host Gethin Jones and BBC Breakfast's Dan Walker and Louise Minchin.When the BBC Breakfast hosts asked the pair what would be coming up on the show, Gethin promised another Strictly Come Dancing workout routine.While Gethin announced this, Janette could be stretching alongside him with a smile on her face.Gethin told viewers: “If you have aches and pains or even a stiff back, don’t miss Strictly fitness because Janette has just the thing to make you feel good.”However, things went pear-shaped after she stretched out and ended up spilling her morning tea

BBC Breakfast presenter Dan Walker has said that he won't let any criticism get to him when he takes to the dancefloor for Strictly Come Dancing next month.The former Football Focus host, 44, revealed that he has developed "the skin of a rhino" when it comes to hearing other people's opinions of him, which he says has come from his Christian faith.As a public figure and an avid user of social media, Dan is used to reading what others think of him, but the star has told how he doesn't let the comments get under his skin.He said: "I never mind what people write or say about me."The star went on to reveal that his carefree attitude is down to his faith.Dan explained: "That’s because, as a Christian, I don’t take my value from what people think

BBC Breakfast host Dan Walker is back with his co-host Louise Minchin after the pairing spent some time apart as Dan took a break from his hosting duties.While viewers were a little concerned as he seemingly disappeared from the show, they're happier than ever to see him return next to Louise for the morning show.As Louise confirmed his return to the show, she shared a snap of them on Twitter writing: "Good morning, back together with Dan Walker on BBC Breakfast to keep you company."Fans flooded in to share their support for the pair as they expressed their happiness as Dan returned to the screen alongside Louise.One user wrote: "The dynamic duo of morning news! You two always make my morning that bit happier."While another said: "Ahh

BBC Breakfast's Dan Walker is heading for the Strictly dance floor soon, but Louise Minchin insisted "I don't shimmy" after she accidentally threw her pen across the studio.The show had just been speaking to Gethin Jones and dancer Janette Manrara ahead of Morning Live, and Janette was giving a shimmy ahead of a fitness section.Off-screen, Louise accidentally flung her pen across the studio and apologised, "Ooh, sorry I've thrown my pen!"Co-host Roger Johnson laughed "I thought you were doing a shimmy!""I was not! Believe me, I don't shimmy!" insisted Louise, throwing her hands up in the air to say no.Roger ignored her and carried on doing a shimmying move, shaking his shoulders as he laughed.When it was announced that Louise was leaving

Dan Walker got his followers on social media talking on Sunday when he shared a series of photos from a gorgeous family day out.The presenter posted the pictures to Instagram, and they showed off the local countryside, complete with blue skies, heather-topped cliffs, and lush green fields.MORE: Dan Walker's fans rush to respond as he poses unexpected question ahead of Strictly stintIn one shot, the BBC Breakfast co-host's family could be seen from a distance, and a couple of photos showed his beloved dog, Winnie.The dad-of-three captioned the images: "We’ve had a beautiful walk with pals on some of the Peak District edges around Sheffield today.

Naga Munchetty, 46, woke up on Wednesday morning, she wasn't expecting to be going home from her Radio 5 Live show as a guest presenter for a military golf association.

Louise Minchin shared a sweet new photo with her fans on Wednesday – and it was a rare glimpse into the hard-working presenter's time off.In the selfie, Louise posed with her friend Kris Hallenga, both beaming as they enjoyed a cup of coffee together.MORE: Louise Minchin shares sun-kissed holiday photo - and fans say the same thingThe star was casually dressed in a grey T-shirt, with her blonde hair tied back and her no-makeup look showing off her flawless skin.The BBC Breakfast co-host is better known for being glammed up on-screen, although not for much longer, as earlier this year, she announced her decision to leave the show, much to the shock of viewers.WATCH: Louise Minchin reveals shock as Dan Walker revealed to be latest Strictly

Dan Walker responded to a BBC Breakfast fan who called out "cringey" long pauses on the programme.The 44-year-old host who has been a firm fixture on the morning show since 2016, set the record straight after a viewer asked a question about silent moments while handing over to the local news.Having bags of experience, Dan was well prepared to reply to the inquisitive fan on Twitter.The question read: "@mrdanwalker Hi Dan why the pregnant pause when you would normally transfer to the local news?Adding: "It's cringing.

Dan Walker challenged Dominic Raab, 47, about his recent family holiday to Greece, as he highlighted the ongoing conflict in Afghanistan.The 44-year-old presenter said many of his social media users asked him to question the Foreign Secretary about his trip, which he defended on BBC Breakfast.Dominic said he wouldn't have gone away at all in hindsight, if he knew what was coming.He added that he based his young family on the beach, so he could go back to the apartment and engage in Cobra meetings.He went on to slam claims he was lounging around instead of focusing on Afghanistan.Dan then asked: “Fully understood and I appreciate your honesty in answering those questions, so can I ask you one further one on that, were you then told or asked