He revealed yet more huge career news on Instagram in October, announcing that he will be joining the cast of Annie. After 14 years, you left your Radio 2 show last year, handing in your notice after being . 'I'm a little surprised and disappointed.'. In July last year, Vanessa Feltz decided to turn her early alarm off for good and quit quit BBC Radio 2 and BBC Radio London. The 67-year-old has hosted the Sunday . Vote now! As always you can unsubscribe at any time. This article contains content provided by Instagram. Paul James O'Grady was born on 14 June 1955 in Birkenhead, England. In a statement shared days before his final show, Paul said: "I've loved doing my Sunday afternoon show for the last 14 years and I'm going to miss my listeners as well as the fun I've had with my producer Malcolm Prince, but I feel that now is the right time to go.". After playing his last song, Friends by Bette Midler, he signed off with: "So you look after yourselves, stay safe and well. Paul O'Grady leaves Sunday Radio 2 show after 14 years. "Radio 2 has changed, it . Theyve already asked me! The 67-year-old announced in August this year that he was stepping down . "Obviously I'm sad to be stepping away from my Radio 2 show," Graham said in a statement at the time. "Anyway, thanks very much and good luck to everyone on Radio 2 and long may you continue!". Two genuine slip ups today -- "get the incest going" instead of "get the incense going", and his mobile phone dinged to announce an SMS just after he had asked a friend to get in touch. When I was in a hotel room, Id put a shower cap over the fire alarm and make myself breakfast. READ NOW: EastEnders star Charlie Brooks loses battle with neighbours. Why Alex Murdaugh was spared the death penalty, Why Trudeau is facing calls for a public inquiry, The shocking legacy of the Dutch 'Hunger Winter'. But this week it was announced that Paul will be absent for the next 13 weeks and that his show will now only run for 13 week seasons at a time. OGrady, 67, said that Radio 2 was always for an older audience. Olga often used to visit Radio 2 to see what Paul was doing; she was seldom impressed. Their daughter, Sharyn, was born in 1974. Pauls taking #TeamPOGradio to @BoomRadioUK for the annual Christmas show! Many other shows have also been moved on the station's schedule. Paul O'Grady has criticised Radio 2, saying 'it's not what it was' after Ken Bruce quit his primetime show.. "So I'm not going anywhere. 'Radio 2 has changed, it's not what it was,' he told Metro.co.uk. What's the least amount of exercise we can get away with? Do you have a story to sell? He had hosted the 5pm-7pm drivetime slot solo for nine years before Jo Whiley was drafted in to be his co-host in 2018. Returning to Wogan House for a week after a month of broadcasting the Piano Room sessions at Maida Vale provided a natural break. Paul O'Grady has broken his silence after it was announced his BBC Radio 2 show was being taken off air until May.. O'Grady has hosted his current show for 13 years . Paul O'Grady will now present his 5pm-7pm show in two runs of 13 . Vote now! Tweets. Paul O'Grady has revealed that his BBC Radio 2 weekend show will not air again until May due to a "management decision". I havent got one. Paul O'Grady fans have been left 'concerned' following the BBC 's decision to cut back his Radio 2 slot. 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Paul O'Grady has finished his 14-year stint on Radio 2 and confirmed reports it was because he was unhappy about sharing his Sunday afternoon slot. 19K Followers. He tweeted last week: "I will be presenting my last show on Radio 2 next Friday. "Thank you very much for the kind words. BBC Radio 2 confirmed the news that Paul O'Grady was leaving at approximately 11 am on Tuesday, 9 August 2022. In my version shes a bit raggy. Then somebody said, You get on with elephants, whats up with you? And its true. O'Grady and Beckett had been swapping over every 13 weeks in the slot, after a shake-up to the station's schedule. Theres a new regime now, I do 13 weeks on and then 13 off which is nothing to do with me as its a management decision. To get the latest news from the capital visit Metro.co.uk's visitMetro's London news hub. Leave a comment if you're watching! The former Lily Savage star has been hosting a Sunday evening show on the station from 5pm until 7pm since 2009. Comedy legend Paul O'Grady has been a regular Radio 2 host on Sunday afternoons since 2009 – but has been removed from airwaves by BBC bosses and fans are not happy about his replacement We wish Ken all the best for the future. Graham Norton and Nick Grimshaw nominated for Metro.co.uk's top host gong at LGBT Awards. Half a million listeners have already tuned out of the station in the past year, and Bruces departure will no doubt cost them more. He is the latest in a string of older DJs to step back, including Steve Wright, Graham Norton and Simon Mayo. Paul O'Grady and Andre Portasio were married in August 2017 He also . Jamie Phillips Get a daily dose of showbiz gossip direct to your inbox. First published on Sun 14 Aug 2022 17.10 EDT. TV tonight The announcement comes after a shake-up which saw him share the slot with comedian . The 66-year-old comedian has helmed his Paul O'Grady on the Wireless show since 2009 with fans tuning in every Sunday to be warmed by his gentle humour and celebrity anecdotes from 5-7pm. . Express. Paul O'Grady's regular BBC Radio 2 show will no longer be on the airwaves until May. But this week it was . Ive just filmed a series about elephants in Thailand. 1:05. Following his departure from Radio 2, the much-loved presenter has revealed that he is not only working on a second series of the NTA nominated series For the Love of Dogs but also the release of a second childrens book. I go in a hotel room and I look at the bed and I think, Hmm, how many people have slept in this before me? Even in a posh hotel I think that. So, all being well and providing Im not in India or Borneo, travel restrictions permitting, I should be back some time in May. Paul O'Grady's fans are seething over his removal from BBC Radio 2 and his replacement, Some Radio 2 fans are livid that Paul will be replaced by Rob Beckett and have vowed to boycott his show, Paul took to Instagram earlier this week to discuss his removal from the airwaves. 'They're trying to aim for a much younger audience, which doesn't make sense because you've got Radio 1. They said: 'It shows zero respect for Ken and what he has done for Radio 2.'. Can Nigeria's election result be overturned? Radio 2 listeners have expressed their anger as Paul O'Grady has been taken off-air until May - a decision he insists was down to show bosses. No longer self isolating but still cautious. Paul O'Grady is set to play Miss Hannigan in Annie (Picture: Rex/Metro) TV host Paul O'Grady, 67, . It's because I wasn't really happy with the 13 weeks on/13 weeks off business. He reportedly broke a clause that he himself had created in his TV contract to be able to adopt the pup, who originally arrived at Battersea Cats and Dogs Home in search of a new owner. Paul O'Grady has hit out at BBC Radio 2 for allowing Ken Bruce to depart the station. 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Of course, theyd smell it down the corridor and the manager would be up saying, Are you cooking in the room?. Oh thats brilliant news Malcolm thank you for sharing, one fan penned. Home of the Daily and Sunday Express. "This show stays," he confirmed, referring to his popular weekend programme, before reassuring fans he will be doing ''other exciting projects for Radio 2 in the future.'. Radio 2 has changed, its not what it was. He said he was doing a national tour of Annie. Show More Posts from paulogrady. Paul O'Grady is leaving BBC Radio 2, saying it was "the right time to go". I was in panto and I went for a drink afterwards with the producer. If you do try a Blue Motorcycle, please drink responsibly, Paul OGrady and producer Malcolm discuss the merits of another birthday, Paul OGrady responds to a request from a loyal listener. Vanessa Feltz, 61, and Craig Charles, 58, have also moved on. Radio 2 has been attempting to attract a younger audience in recent years, while also reducing the wage bill it pays some of its leading presenters. Calmer skies are ahead. Paul has recently decided to quit BBC Radio 2 after 14 years and his final show aired on Sunday (August 14). "Were going to miss you lots Ken and want to congratulate you on a fantastic career at the BBC.". Bruce told the Mail he was 'surprised and disappointed' by the decision. The Paul O'Grady Show is a British comedy chat show presented by comedian Paul O'Grady, first shown on 11 October 2004.The programme is a teatime chat show consisting of a mixture of celebrity guests, comic stunts, musical performances, and occasionally viewer competitions.. There are currently no available episodes, Paul shares another recipe. Bruce revealed on Friday (24 February) that he had been asked to leave before fulfilling his contract for another month. Advertisement. Going to miss you and Malcolm so much.. The Drag Race UK judge began presenting his Saturday morning show in 2010, following Jonathan Ross' BBC exit, but after 10 years on-air he walked away from the gig. He said: 'My dad is a lorry driver and I said this when I joined Radio 2 and started standing in for Steve Wright, so we've always had Radio 2 on in the background. Chris Evans bids farewell to BBC Radio 2. The BBC's Eurovision Song Contest's commentator Graham Norton kicked off the exodus of stars moving on from Radio 2 in 2020, when the presenter quit his weekend slot at the station. In Paul's absence, 36-year-old Celebs Go Dating narrator and stand up comedian Rob will be taking over the Sunday evening time slot with some loyal listeners threatening to boycott the station in protest. Theyre trying to aim for a much younger audience, which doesnt make sense because youve got Radio 1. Ahead of his final show, O'Grady cited the change as the reason he was going. February 2022. Radio 2 announces today that presenter Paul O'Grady has decided to leave his Sunday afternoon show on the network. @WGBpl. Joined December 2011. "So, I did the honourable thing and I honoured my contract, gave my notice and now I'm off. Radio 2 "is not what it was" and its quest for a younger audience makes no sense, according to Paul O'Grady, who departed the station last year. His personality, spontaneity and don't-take-this-too-seriously work so well on the radio. Ken Bruce will host his last ever Radio 2 show today, two months after he confirmed he would be moving on after 31 years at the BBC station. One passionate fan tweeted: Oh that is the best news!! Read more: Entertainment Daily Awards 2022: Is Paul OGrady your National Treasure? Paul O'Grady has revealed he is quitting his BBC Radio 2 show as he "wasn't really happy" with the schedule shake-up which saw him share the slot with another presenter. William and Kate worried Prince George will be overwhelmed at King Charles coronation, Beyond Paradise fans turns emotional at Ruth Madocs final on-screen appearance. Tweets & replies. BBC Radio 2 is introducing some schedule changes on a Sunday afternoon and has announced its special programming for the Spring. Published: Tuesday, 9th August 2022 at 11:20 am. The tv star will not be on the airwaves until May as Rob Beckett takes over his BBC Radio 2 slot. Addressing the reaction on his weekend show, Steve told listeners of his Sunday Love Songs show: "Before we start the show proper, if I may, I'd just like to say thank you ever so much for all the messages that have come in, over the weekend after I announced on Friday on the afternoon that we are leaving the afternoon show. During that time he met a woman named Diane Jansen with whom he had a brief affair. 233 following. The decision did not sit well with Simon who quit months later, after saying he'd imagined himself staying at the station until he retired. Some healthy competition will, in the long run, make Radio 2 a better station. Celeb obsessed? Losing the host of the UKs most popular radio show (8.2 million weekly listeners) feels like a crucial moment, and as though the stations future hangs in the balance. It leaves a sour taste.'. "I was [disappointed] because I'm a great believer in continuity," he revealed, after relinquishing a slot he had held for 14 years. Ken explained his reasons for leaving Radio 2 in his quote and on air, the BBC previously told The Independent when approached about allegations of ageism from listeners. I like it when I get there, its the travelling I dont enjoy. Dec 19, 2022. He continues to host For The Love of Dogs, an ITV series following the staff at Battersea Dogs Home and the dogs they care for. On Monday, Paul gave insight into the fact his show was being taken off the air for more than three months stating that the decision was not his idea. He has made it his own and he is an absolute legend of broadcasting. Last week, Bruce tweeted: 'I will be presenting my last show on Radio 2 next Friday. Read about our approach to external linking. If you go off for 13 weeks and somebody else comes on, the listeners dont know when youre back on. Paul OGrady fans are over the moon as the much-loved star has revealed his next career venture following his infamous BBC Radio exit. Save. You can leave us a comment on our Facebook page @EntertainmentDailyFix and let us know. "I ended up talking to my pigs!" However, after almost 12 blissful years, I now need to step down to catch up on a much needed decades deficit of beauty sleep! Four more whiskies later and Im saying, Do you know, I wouldnt mind doing a few weeks of Annie. So, Im doing seven weeks. (PA) Paul O'Grady has issued a lengthy statement explaining the BBC 's decision to take his radio show off air until May. I learnt two songs on the ukulele, I made loads of chutney and jam and I wrote a kids book. he chuckled, before adding that he also used the time to pen a children's book and learnt to play the ukelele. The For The Love Of Dogs star, 66, has been a familiar voice on the radio slot . The 67-year-old broadcaster spoke out following the news Bruce was leaving the BBC . Youd also have to be a real cynic not to be melted by the warmth of Saturday afternoons with Rylan Clark, and what is not to love about the lovely Liza Tarbuck and those uplifting listener tales? The presenter will be absent from BBC Radio 2 for 13 weeks. What I think is happening is that we are passing through a period of turbulence. 2021 Associated Newspapers Limited. #Blackpool. In July, many listeners vented their anger as it was revealed that Steve's much-loved afternoon show was coming to an end after 23 years. The broadcaster's comments come after the news that veteran DJ Ken Bruce was leaving the station after 45 years to go to Greatest Hits Radio. Alternative Sounds of the 90s with Dermot O'Leary. There is Sara Coxs upbeat drivetime slot, Jo Whileys pure-joy Shiny Happy Playlist to accompany cooking our evening meal, and Trevor Nelsons stellar late-night Rhythm Nation. He started off working the drag circuit with his act across pubs and . Vanessa Feltz has also quit her early morning breakfast show, along with her BBC London presenting job, amid speculation she could be joining a revamped talkTV schedule. Its a Cinderella story. Paul O'Grady has landed a role in an upcoming UK tour of the much-loved musical Annie - and the show is stopping off in Edinburgh. 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