[35][36], Bruce has four sons and two daughters. He hosted the show for two years, beginning in November 1980. The BBC has lost its most popular DJ, Radio 2's Ken Bruce, as the exodus of veteran presenters continues. This was released as a download. Bruce will move to Greatest Hits Radio alongside presenters Simon Mayo at Drivetime and Jackie Brambles in the early evening. contact the editor here. On January 17, 2023, Ken Bruce shocked his adoring Radio 2 audience when he announced he was leaving his mid-morning show. Ken Bruce has become the latest veteran presenter to leave BBC Radio 2, leaving the corporation after 45 years to host a show on commercial rival, Greatest Hits Radio. Ken Bruce (@RealKenBruce) February 24, 2023. This was surpassed in 2019, as it became the most popular radio programme in the UK, with 8.49m weekly listeners. "I would stress that this is entirely my decision but some new opportunities have come up and I would like to continue my career in a slightly different way in the next few years, the details of which will be revealed shortly. His departure will be the latest reshuffle of BBC Radios high-profile figures. The well-known TV presenter will take over in May following the announcement last month that Scottish broadcasting veteran Bruce would be stepping down from presenting his mid-morning show on the station after 31 years. ", Ken Bruce to leave BBC Radio 2 after 31 years on mid-morning show. Let's enjoy the week ahead! His show attracts an audience of more than 8.5 million - one quarter of radio listeners - and the ratings peak each morning during PopMaster. He lives with his third wife Kerith near Thame, Oxfordshire. A Radio 2 spokesperson said: "Ken decided to leave Radio 2 and it's always been . He said: "What better way to celebrate my 45 years in radio than with a new adventure and a brand-new show on Greatest Hits Radio. Discover Ken Bruce's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. However, some new opportunities have come up.. Paul OGrady also quit his Radio 2 Sunday afternoon show, which he presented for about 14 years, because he was not happy with a schedule shake-up that left him sharing the slot with the comic Rob Beckett. Kenneth Robertson Bruce (born 2 February 1951) is a Scottish broadcaster who is best known for hosting his long-running weekday mid-morning show on BBC Radio 2 from 1986 to 1990, and then again from 1992. Bruce, 71, said "the time is right" for him to leave, announcing the news on Tuesday's show. "However I feel that after 45 years of full-time broadcasting on BBC Radio it's time for a change. Wodehouse. The radio legend has shared his thoughts on leaving the BBC early. Ken Bruce (Kenneth Robertson Bruce) was born on 2 February, 1951 in Glasgow, United Kingdom. He is a regular presenter of the long-running Sunday Night is Music Night. The departure follows the exit of another long-running station icon, Steve Wright. [9][10] Following an announcement by Bruce on 7 January 2008, the regular format returned on 21 January. Radio 2's Mid Morning Show, Eurovision Song Contest, Radio 2 Live in Hyde Park. BBC Radio 2 presenter Ken Bruce has confirmed when he'll be leaving the station. Following the news, the bookies' have predicted who is likely to take over the DJ's slot. He presented his own show on BBC WM, where he started his radio career, on Saturdays between August 2015 and March 2020. Since 14 January 2019, Bruce's show follows Zoe Ball at 9:30 and is followed by Jeremy Vine at 12:00. A celebrity version was introduced on 20 July 2007, and continued until 18 January 2008. Please review our, You need to be a subscriber to join the conversation. Vernon Kay is to replace Ken Bruce on his BBC Radio 2 mid-morning weekday show, the BBC has confirmed. The following year he fronted the Radio 2 Breakfast Show, taking over from Sir Terry Wogan. By clicking Accept all you agree that Yahoo and our partners will process your personal information, and use technologies such as cookies, to display personalised ads and content, for ad and content measurement, audience insights, and product development. Competitions are usually music-based, with a love song and dedications feature at 10:15am. Lorna Clarke, the director of BBC Music, said: Ken is an extraordinary broadcaster with an exceptional career over many decades. He presented Radio 2 Ballroom programmes regularly from November 1980 until 1982. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. In a statement tweeted to his 150,000 followers, Bruce said: "I will be presenting my last show on Radio 2 next Friday. Elizabeth Gregory 1/17/2023. Alison Hammond makes surprise visit to Birmingham cafe with This Morning co-star, The popular Brummie posed for a photo with staff at Windowbox Caf, in Sutton Coldfield, ITV I'm A Celebrity star teases signing up for BBC Strictly Come Dancing this year. He has also presented Radio 2's coverage of Eurovision since 1988. Why Ken Bruce is leaving BBC Radio 2 early. He attended Hutchesons' Boys' Grammar School, Glasgow, before training as a chartered accountant. Bruce became a staff announcer for BBC Radio 4 Scotland and then BBC Radio Scotland in 1978. Those ads you do see are predominantly from local businesses promoting local services. Ken Bruce has suggested he has been forced to leave the BBC earlier than he intended with his final Radio 2 show scheduled for next week rather than at the end of March. The programme runs from 9.30am until 12pm every weekday morning. The show also includes a daily quiz, PopMaster. He later moved to mid-mornings in 1986 and after a brief stint on late nights and early mornings, returned to mid-mornings in January 1992. Ken isn't sailing. Data returned from the Piano 'meterActive/meterExpired' callback event. I had intended fulfilling my contract until the end of March but the BBC has decided it wants me to leave earlier. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused. Bruce's show emphasises music, including regular live performances. Existing Radio 2 presenters Rylan and Zoe Ball are also in the running as well as Gary Davies. There have been times in the past when I got a little irritated, when the next bright young thing came in and all the publicity was about them, he said. Ken Bruces income source is mostly from being a successful . John Motson, legendary BBC football commentator, dies aged 77, BBC India offices raided by tax officials in New Delhi and Mumbai, BBC chairman Richard Sharp retains support of Rishi Sunak despite Boris Johnson loan row, "I will always be very proud of my association with the BBC and Radio 2 in particular and I'd like to thank everyone who has helped to make the mid-morning show a success. Please report any comments that break our rules. However, I feel that after 45 years of full-time broadcasting on BBC Radio, its time for a change.. The veteran DJ is leaving his BBC Radio 2 mid-morning show on March 3 because the corporation pushed to move him on before his contract ends in late March. The Love Song is played at 10:15am each day, preceded by dedications, although a number of songs in the rotation are not romantic love songs. In 2014, Bruce narrated the BBC One game show Reflex. "[28], In November 2007, he appeared on a Never Mind the Buzzcocks special for Children in Need. Turn on push notifications and don't miss anything! Information about your device and internet connection, like your IP address, Browsing and search activity while using Yahoo websites and apps. "I'm looking forward to getting started and to you joining me for my very first show. Ken began his broadcasting career in 1977 as a BBC Radio Scotland staff presenter. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. The comedian and impressionist Rob Brydon, who is noted for his mimicry of Bruce, sat in for him on 25 August 2008 and again as an April fool prank in 2011 when Brydon impersonated Bruce throughout. He began his broadcasting career with the Hospital Broadcasting Service in Glasgow.[2]. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. ", Read more: Vernon Kay shares how he was scouted on drunken night out in Birmingham. Veteran Radio 2 presenters have been unhappy about the stations lurch towards youth, which has involved a reduction in music from before the 1990s and an attempt to woo listeners in their 30s and early 40s. Mitch Benn), Bruce recorded a version of the Andy Stewart song "Donald Where's Your Troosers?" Lead presenter on BBC Two's Victoria Derbyshire and the BBC News Channel. Radio 2 will announce the host and details of a new mid-morning show at a later date. [34], In February 2023, Bruce appeared with his son Murray in the first part of a BBC Two documentary series, presented by Chris Packham, titled Inside Our Autistic Minds. 0. The unrest has allowed commercial rivals to poach some of the BBCs biggest names. It was not possible to contact the vessel, so a request was made to Bruce, who duly said: "If you are on a ship near the Small rocks, please turn me off.". We, Yahoo, are part of the Yahoo family of brands. The BBC confirmed that Bruce will present his final 9.30am to midday show on March 3. ", At the time of his original announcement, Bruce said: "I would stress that this is entirely my decision but some new opportunities have come up and I would like to continue my career in a slightly different way in the next few years.". The BBC confirmed that Ken Bruce would be replaced by Vernon Kay with the new host taking over in May. We wish Ken all the best for the future.. Do you have a story for The Sun Showbiz team? Editors' Code of Practice. [31], Bruce and Bowles recorded Bring Me Sunshine for charity. The broadcaster Ken Bruce is to leave the BBC after more than four decades - 31 of those years spent presenting his morning show on Radio 2. Ken Bruce - 385,000-389,999. Discover today's celebrity birthdays and explore famous people who share your birthday. It was rumoured that members of the public would be able to play again before Christmas 2007, however this did not happen. His youngest son was born in February 2008. PCV (Passenger Carrying Vehicle) driving licence, "The Hospital Broadcasting Service Former Members", "Ken Bruce BBC Radio 2, 6 January 1992 9.30", "Ken Bruce to leave BBC Radio 2 show after 31 years", "I will be presenting my last show on Radio 2 next Friday. DJ Gary Davies will fill the gap between Bruce's departure and Kay's first show.. Lets enjoy the week ahead! On the show he is known for his popular PopMaster quiz. We are all kind of feeling we are in this together, so it has brought broadcaster and listener rather closer together. Bruce became a staff announcer for BBC Radio 4 Scotland. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/. [5] Bruce will present his final Radio 2 show on 3 March.[6]. [42], In September 2018, Bruce became the patron of Stoke Mandeville Hospital Radio, replacing former mayor of Aylesbury and long-standing patron and co-founder of the station, Freda Roberts. Vernon Kay has been announced as Bruce's successor. Ken Bruce will leave BBC Radio 2 after 31 years of hosting. I will be presenting my last show on Radio 2 next Friday, he tweeted. Ken Bruce is leaving the BBC after 30 years of broadcasting. BBC Radio 2 has said it will announce the host and details of the new mid-morning show at a later date. When the original presenter Richard Whiteley died in 2005, Bruce said: "[he was] such a nice man that was the defining quality of him, a genuinely nice man. On 30 December 2012, Bruce won an edition of Celebrity Mastermind with his specialist subject being the Jeeves novels of P.G. Registered in England & Wales | 01676637 |. In a statement, Bruce said: "Nothing stays the same forever and I have decided the time is right for me to move on from Radio 2 when I reach the end of my current contract in March. Giovanna Fletcher dropped the hint during Channel Steph's Packed Lunch. We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. He is from United Kingdom. Are you sure you want to delete this comment? Read more. This site is part of Newsquest's audited local newspaper network. Ken Bruce is set to leave BBC Radio 2 in March, when his contract expires. Kerith Coldham (m. 2000), Anne Bruce (m. 19901995), Verity Bruce, Kate Bruce, Douglas Bruce, Murray Bruce, Campbell Bruce, Charlie Bruce. Way back in 2009 when Bruce, the radio presenter set to depart his Radio 2 mid-morning . The Radio 2 Ballroom broadcasts are not mentioned by Ken Bruce much if at all and don't feature in his autobiography either. Paul OGrady quit after being told to share his slot with another presenter, and Vanessa Feltz joined TalkRadio. Bruce maintains a bantering relationship with the traffic presenter (Richie Anderson since May 2018, previously Lynn Bowles), whereby the two tease each other and respond to listeners' comments. . If you are dissatisfied with the response provided you can And he had no real ego. has lost its most popular DJ, Radio 2s Ken Bruce. A celebrity version was introduced on 20 July and continued until 18 January 2008. He presented Radio 2 Ballroom programmes regularly from November 1980 until 1982 featuring Jim MacLeod and His Band mainly from their resident base of Dunblane Hydro Hotel. Bruce has presented BBC Proms in the Park for many years. Bruce will join the Bauer station Greatest Hits. BBC 2014 The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. In her previous role as an executive producer, Ms Thomas launched the Chris Evans Breakfast Show, which controversially replaced the programme hosted by Terry Wogan. Bruce devised the pop trivia quiz in the 1990s with Phil Swern, who set the questions, and owns the rights. Original reporting and incisive analysis, direct from the Guardian every morning. February 20, 2023 2:39 pm. Ken Bruce's Professional Life. These adverts enable local businesses to get in front of their target audience the local community. I had intended fulfilling my contract until the end of March but the BBC has decided it wants me to leave earlier. [32] Bruce featured with his son Charlie on the fifth series of Big Star's Little Star and in October 2018, he made a cameo appearance on Hollyoaks. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Bruce has four sons and two daughters. ", "I feel that after 45 years of full-time broadcasting on BBC Radio, it's time for a change. Challenged on Radio 4s Feedback programme in December by listeners who said they disliked the stations change of direction, Ms Thomas responded by saying she had received feedback from other listeners telling her how much they enjoyed it. Bruce became a regular presenter for Radio 2 in January 1984 when he assumed hosting duties for the Saturday late night show in addition to his continuing show on Radio Scotland. While Bruce was on holiday in August 2007, he was briefly replaced by Davina McCall. Email digishowbiz@the-sun.co.uk or call us direct on 0207 782 4220 . His autobiography was published on 4 September 2009, entitled The Tracks of My Years: The Autobiography. See you in April!". In November 2007, he appeared on a Never Mind the Buzzcocks special for Children in Need. Steve Wright was removed from his afternoon show and replaced with Radio 1s Scott Mills, while other presenters have jumped ship. Nothing stays the same for ever and I have decided the time is right for me to move on from Radio 2 when I reach the end of my current contract in March, he said, in comments released later by the BBC. The radio DJ first joined the BBC in 1977 as a Radio Scotland presenter. The losing contestant is given a T-shirt with 'One Year Out' printed across the front (a catchphrase Bruce uses in the quiz when a contestant trying to place the year a song was in the charts is out by one year). He will join Greatest Hits Radio in April. He began his broadcasting career with the Hospital Broadcasting Service in Glasgow. "Its been a tremendously happy time for me: Ive made many friends and worked with many wonderful colleagues. Kay, who is celebrating his 20th wedding anniversary to Strictly Come Dancing . His decision is said to have taken BBC bosses by surprise, as they had expected the DJ to remain with Radio 2 until the end of his career. His wife is Kerith Coldham (m. 2000), Anne Bruce (m. 19901995). On 4 October 2014, he took part in a celebrity episode of The Chase. The host of the BBC 's most popular radio show will make his last appearance this week, saying he has been forced out after 31 years. Returning to Wogan House for a week after a month of broadcasting the Piano Room sessions at Maida Vale provided a natural break. Such comments are read throughout the programme, generally on a theme of the day, such as a news story. I had intended fulfilling my contract until the end of March but the BBC has decided it wants me to leave earlier. Paul - nicknamed the Sinnerman - went up against four new players during Tuesday's episode. Bruce announced he was leaving the BBC in January before confirming he would be moving to Bauers Greatest Hits Radio in April to present a new mid-morning show from 10am to 1pm. The broadcaster started working at the corporation in 1977 as a BBC Radio Scotland presenter. It is important that we continue to promote these adverts as our local businesses need as much support as possible during these challenging times. The public phone-in PopMaster quiz was suspended after airing on 18 July 2007. Bruce was born and raised in Glasgow. The 55-year-old has been. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. [1] In January 2023, Bruce announced that he would be leaving Radio 2 to join Greatest Hits Radio. Ken began his broadcasting career 45 years ago in 1977 as a BBC Radio Scotland staff presenter. News Sport Region Music Person Profession. Former 'Family Fortunes' host Vernon Kay is set to replace Ken Bruce on BBC Radio 2. ", A BBC spokesperson said: We've seen a lot of speculation about who will take over the much coveted mid-morning slot on Radio 2, and we'll confirm the new presenter in the near future., News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. Bruce also presented shows for BBC Radio Scotland from London. Bruce was born and raised in Glasgow, Scotland. He has referred to the buses as "a fantastic piece of engineering and such fun to have". The 48-year-old, who is married to Strictly Come Dancing presenter Tess Daly, will start his new show in May. Ken Bruce will be leaving BBC Radio 2 after 31 years of presenting on the radio station. In 1998, he shared this role with being UK spokesman for that year's contest, reading out the points for the UK telephone vote, taking it over from Colin Berry, who then returned the following year. Let's enjoy the week ahead! He has spoken about remote work to the BBC website, saying: "We get a lot more people just asking for a simple hello or a mention for relatives just because they are not seeing them as much as they could. Learn How rich is He in this year and how He spends money? RADIO 2 star Ken Bruce's replacement has been 'revealed' after he announced his departure fom the station. Ken Bruce has been broadcasting on the BBC for some years, although the suggestion that he was the first person to announce the retreat of Bonnie Prince Charlie's army from Derby is untrue.. The 71-year-old has. The shock announcement caught many by surprise and continues the station's big name exodus. Bruce also presented shows for Radio Scotland from London. A Radio 2 spokesperson said: Ken decided to leave Radio 2 and its always been known hes leaving in March. Bruce has previously hosted a number of shows on BBC Radio 2. BBC Radio 2 presenter Ken Bruce is leaving the broadcaster after 31 years. Before becoming a presenter, Anderson was a reporter for BBC WM during their football segments on matchdays. Lets enjoy the week ahead!. Bruce has been a presenter on BBC Radio 2 since 1980. . Bruce also told the Daily Mail newspaper: I was called in at 12.30 and told that my final show would be a week today and wasnt given any real reason that I understood. The 71-year-old broadcaster will leave once his contract ends in March, saying, "It possibly is time to. If the listener fails, they are awarded a Bluetooth speaker (replacing the previous consolation prize of an mp3 player). Bruce is moving to a rival mid-morning slot on Greatest Hits Radio, a commercial station. He joined Radio 2 in 1983, meaning he has worked at the station for 40 years. Brydon interviewed "Sir Terry Wogan" (impersonated by Peter Serafinowicz), and Bruce himself appeared at the end of the show as his "brother Kenn with two Ns". The 48-year-old TV presenter and radio DJ is said to have put pen to paper on a two-year deal to take over . "However, I feel that after 45 years of full-time broadcasting on BBC Radio its time for a change. . Bruces new pay deal is believed to comfortably exceed the 385,000-389,999 he receives from the BBC. Bruce will join the Bauer station Greatest Hits Radio in April, where he will present a new mid-morning show in the 10am to 1pm slot. The daily quiz lets viewers flex their music knowledge as they answer a series of questions dating from the beginnings of pop music to the current chart. "I say brand-new but there will still be PopMaster, me and my musings and all the great records you know and love from the 70s, 80s and 90s. He moved to mid-mornings in 1986 and, after a brief stint on late nights and early mornings, he returned to mid-mornings in January 1992. Vernon Kay will take over in May following the announcement last month that Scottish broadcasting veteran Bruce would be stepping down from presenting his mid-morning show on Radio 2 after 31 years. One of his sons is autistic and Bruce is an active charity campaigner for autism. "I will always be very proud of my association with theBBCand Radio 2 in particular and Id like to thank everyone who has helped to make the mid-morning show a success.. The veteran Ken Bruce traffic reporter reveals why she's hanging up her Radio 2 microphone in the new issue of Radio Times By Radio Times Staff Save BBC Radio 2 star Lynn Bowles will soon. This page has been archived and is no longer updated. The presenter's departure adds to a long list of recent exits from BBC radio, including Paul O'Grady, Steve Wright, Vanessa Feltz and Graham Norton. Available now Nigel Harman chooses his Tracks of My Years 2:30:00 All available episodes (21 total) Coming Up Album of the Week. An earlier consolation prize, a 'Space' radio, has been known to appear on eBay, to Bruce's amusement. The RAC revealed that diesel drivers are still charged an extra 20p over the owners of petrol cars. The radio DJ took over the 2-4pm slot from presenter Steve Wright, who stepped down from his afternoon show at the end of September after 23 years. ", Speaking to the Daily Mail, Bruce explained: "I was called in at 12.30 and told that my final show would be a week today and wasn't given any real reason that I understood. [20][21], As a result of restrictions imposed due to Covid-19, from 23 March 2020 to 31 May 2021, Bruce self-isolated and presented his show from his home. BBC Radio 2 - Ken Bruce - Contact us Contact us Sms 88291 - text during show times only Other Travel Hotline - 03700 100 200 Standard geographic charges apply and calls may be included in. I say brand-new but there will still be PopMaster, me and my musings and all the great records you know and love from the 70s, 80s and 90s. with National Highways traffic officers also providing assistance with . Emma McVey hit back after critics told her she was using the "wrong" car seat for daughter Primrose. In 2014, Bruce narrated the BBC One game show Reflex. Bruce announced he was leaving the BBC in January before confirming he would be moving to Bauer's Greatest Hits Radio in April to present a new mid-morning show from 10am to 1pm. A replacement for Bruce will be announced shortly with names in the frame including Gary Davies, a presenter with a long history at the BBC, and Rylan, a relative newcomer. BBC broadcasting legend Ken Bruce is leaving Radio 2 after 31 years presenting his weekday mid-morning show. inaccuracy or intrusion, then please Particularly working from home, I sympathise with that, because there are lots of people I'm not seeing. One of the most popular DJs at the station, he is taking his millions of fans elsewhere to enjoy his music selections, humour and. Bruce announced on 17 January 2023 that he would be leaving BBC Radio 2 in March of that year to pursue other opportunities outside the BBC, including hosting a new mid-morning show for Greatest Hits Radio, replacing Mark Goodier. In a statement Ken said: "Nothing stays the same forever and I have decided the time is right for me to move on from Radio 2 when I reach the end of my current contract in March. Brydon interviewed "Sir Terry Wogan" (impersonated by Peter Serafinowicz), and Bruce himself appeared at the end of the show as his "brother Kenn with two Ns". The game returned with new dramatic, orchestral and guitar based jingles. Newsquest Media Group Ltd, Loudwater Mill, Station Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. It was believed that Presley had never visited England and the claim caused considerable controversy. Sarah Lloyd-Jones, 40, was imprisoned for six years while Alun Titford, 45, was told he would spend seven years and six months behind bars.

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