The 71-year-old said: "I really must stress that this is entirely my decision, however some new opportunities have come up and I would like to continue my career in just a slightly different way if that is possible in the next few years. Ben Cooper, chief content and music officer at Bauer Audio UK which owns Greatest Hits Radio, said: "Ken Bruce is a broadcasting legend, with the biggest radio show in the UK, so as well as today being an exciting announcement for Greatest Hits Radio and its growing audience, it is a hugely significant moment for the industry. "Were going to miss you lots Ken and want to congratulate you on a fantastic career at the BBC.". Ben Cooper, chief content and music officer at parent company Bauer Audio UK, said Bruce was "a broadcasting legend, with the biggest radio show in the UK". Veteran radio presenter Ken Bruce has announced he's stepping back from his Radio 2 morning show after 31 years to join commercial station Greatest Hits . Read about our approach to external linking. BBC Radio 2 has seen a series of stars leaving the radio channel in the last two years including Paul O'Grady, Steve Wright, Craig Charles, Simon Mayo and Vanessa Feltz. Its been a tremendously happy time for me: Ive made many friends and worked with many wonderful colleagues.. Read about our approach to external linking. Newsquest Media Group Ltd, Loudwater Mill, Station Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. In a subsequent statement issued by Greatest Hits Radio, Bruce said Popmaster would feature in his new programme, which will begin on 3 April and will be on air from 10:00-13:00. Get a daily dose of showbiz gossip direct to your inbox. Kate Bottley, Ken Bruce, Rylan, Fearne Cotton, Sara Cox, Jamie Cullum, Gary Davies, Paul Gambaccini, Angela Griffin, Bob Harris, Cerys Matthews, Scott Mills, Jason Mohammad, Trevor Nelson, Dermot OLeary, Elaine Paige, Mark Radcliffe, DJ Spoony, Liza Tarbuck, Jeremy Vine, Michelle Visage, Johnnie Walker, Jo Whiley, Claudia Winkleman and Steve Wright. 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. From PopMaster to Eurovision, here's why millions of people tune in to our Ken. BBC) Ken Bruce is leaving Radio 2 at the end of this week ( Image: BBC/Ray Burmiston) Speaking with Zoe on Radio 2 this morning, Vernon gushed how excited he was to be joining the. He will be on air every weekday in the mid-morning slot, from 10am until 1pm. Greatest Hits Radio tweeted:. . Something went wrong, please try again later. Greatest Hits Radio (@greatesthitsuk) January 17, 2023. Ken had taken over the Radio 2 breakfast show in January 1985 so this is from the start of his sixth week. The BBC has been contacted for further comment. Vernon Kay enjoyed a telling chat with Zoe Ball on Radio 2 this morning, after being announced as Ken Bruce's replacement last week. One of the station's longest-serving hosts, he joined the BBC in 1977 and took his first regular Radio 2 slot in 1984. In a Twitter statement shared . After 31 years of presenting the 9:30am-midday weekday show Ken Bruce has decided to leave. Im looking forward to getting started and to you joining me for my very first show. The worlds defining voice in music and pop culture: breaking whats new and whats next since 1952. BBC Radio 2 show host Ken Bruce has broken his silence ahead of his final show next week. 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With Radio 2 inserting an additional three weeks, it does give the chance for some listeners to calm a little while Gary Davies takes over., A Radio 2 spokesperson told The Independent: Ken decided to leave Radio 2 and its always been known hes leaving in March. His programme, well known for its daily Popmaster quiz, currently has more than 8.5 million weekly listeners, according to data from industry body Rajar. Ken Bruce announced his exit from the station in January saying he's off . Ken has been missing from the airwaves this week on Radio 2. Vernon went on to get emotional as he reflected on all the support he has received since he was announced as the new host earlier this month. Listen out too for the Rev Roger Royle with his pu. Bruce said: I feel that after 45 years of full-time broadcasting on BBC Radio its time for a change. The much-loved veteran broadcaster will host a new daily show for Bauers station Greatest Hits Radio, taking his iconic PopMaster game with him. I have been here for quite a long time now, and it possibly is time to move over and let somebody else have a go, the DJ said in a statement. Going to be so missed on air, but personally Ill miss having a beer in a foreign country discussing anything and everything whilst at Eurovision. The decision has been taken to stifle Bruces self-promotion ahead of him joining the Bauer-owned station from 3 April, according to sources who spoke to The Times. These adverts enable local businesses to get in front of their target audience the local community. 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. . Due to your consent preferences, youre not able to view this. The dad-of-two continued to recall the moment he told his parent he would be taking over the reigns from Ken. Do you have a story to sell? Leave him alone. Get in touch with us at webcelebs@mirror.co.uk or call us direct 0207 29 33033. Its been a tremendously happy time for me: Ive made many friends and worked with many wonderful colleagues., Lorna Clarke, director of BBC Music, said: Ken is an extraordinary broadcaster with an exceptional career over many decades. "I am absolutely over the moon, I really am.". The 67-year-old broadcaster spoke out following the news Bruce was leaving the BBC . Congratulations on a brilliant career.". New Radio 2 DJ Vernon Kay spoke with Zoe Ball on the BBC station this morning, as the presenter's predecessor Ken Bruce says he's been forced to leave his popular slot early following yet another shake-up at the station. Homepage. BBC Radio 2 tweeted: We have some news After 31 years of presenting the 9.30am-midday weekday show Ken Bruce has decided to leave. He has also presented Radio 2's coverage of Eurovision since 1988. Vernon's chat on the airwaves comes as his predecessor Ken says he's been forced to leave the station early, explaining last week will air this Friday, rather than the end of March. The man has raised the bar so high.". The broadcaster will then present his first show on Greatest Hits Radio on Monday 3 April. But he has . What's he waiting for? Ken Bruce will join Greatest Hits Radio in April after leaving his mid-morning weekday slot on BBC Radio 2 after 31 years in March, it has been announced. Other popular presenters who have also left the station in the past year include Paul O'Grady and Vanessa Feltz. The broadcaster will then present his first show on Greatest Hits Radio on Monday 3. Lets enjoy the week ahead!". Ken Bruce. Insiders fear Radio 2 is seeking to lure 30-something mums who go clubbing in Ibiza from rival stations at the expense of older listeners. The best in music every weekday with Ken Bruce, with live sessions. Ken Bruce shared the news he was quitting BBC Radio 2 after 31 years presenting his 9.30am to midday show. Owain Wyn Evans, who is taking over as the station's early breakfast host, described him as "a legend". 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. Comedian Marcus Brigstocke posted: "Well miss you Ken! Currently, the winner can choose between two prizes: Bluetooth headphones or a smart speaker. Helen Thomas, Head of Radio 2, said of its musical selections: We are told by listeners that just because they are a certain age, it doesnt mean they dont want to hear new music.. Editors' Code of Practice. See you in April!. pic.twitter.com/Wpjj9uIXH9. Thanks for always being so lovely.". Start your Independent Premium subscription today. Trevor Nelson, Rylan Clark, Claudia Winkleman, Dermot O'Leary and Jo Whiley are among the names who could be considered for Bruce's slot. He has fronted his mid-morning show since 1992 where its most recent weekly reach totalled 8.56m people. In a statement on Twitter, the broadcaster said: "I will be presenting my last show on Radio 2 next Friday. Rescuers search wreckage of deadly Greece train crash. Congratulations on a brilliant career.. The beloved music quiz has been a staple of the DJ's show since 1998. I will always be very proud of my association with the BBC and Radio 2 in particular and Id like to thank everyone who has helped to make the mid-morning show a success.. Sie knnen Ihre Einstellungen jederzeit ndern. ", "However I feel that after 45 years of full-time broadcasting on BBC Radio its time for a change. Lets enjoy the week ahead! Ken Bruce will be leaving BBC Radio 2 after 31 years of presenting on the radio station. The broadcaster started working at the corporation in 1977 as a BBC Radio Scotland presenter. The BBC has not yet confirmed who is replacing Ken Bruce on BBC Radio 2 however the station often promotes presenters from within its existing radio roster so the likes of Scott Mills, Zoe Ball, Trevor Nelson, Rylan Clark, Claudia Winkleman, Dermot O'Leary or Jo Whiley could be considered for Bruce's slot. Bruce will present his final 9.30am to midday show on March 3. 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RADIO 2 presenter Ken Bruce has pocketed a BBC pay increase of nearly 40 per cent amid claims that he was one of the corporation's star names who had faced investigation by the taxman.. Bruce . Kens name, image and voice are everywhere. The star explained it was the right time to move on and has made "many friends and. "In the meantime, I will always be tremendously proud of my association with the BBC and in particular with Radio 2." We wish Ken all the best for the future.. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. I will always be very proud of my association with the BBC and Radio 2". Read Ken's book, he says he much prefers doing morning radio. He added: 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. BBC Radio 2 - Tracks Of My Years Tracks Of My Years Home Episodes Ken Bruce talks to a special guest about their favourite records. The programme runs from 9.30am until 12pm every weekday morning. As a subscriber, you are shown 80% less display advertising when reading our articles. So, why is Scott Mills on Radio 2 this week and where is Ken Bruce? They are doing their best to scupper his chances on Greatest Hits., A second source claimed that BBC was trying to claw back control, adding: They missed the boat with renegotiating his contract and decided they needed to get back in the driving seat rather than have Ken leading the narrative., Dan Cocker, a radio producer who works for the BBC and commercial stations, tweeted: Greatest Hits are promoting their new asset as much as possible. BBC broadcasting legend Ken Bruce is leaving Radio 2 after 31 years presenting his weekday mid-morning show. Why is Scott Mills on Radio 2 today? He added that BBC had decided it wants me to leave earlier. After a career spanning three decades at the broadcaster, he is leaving for pastures new in March. Bruce has hosted Radio 2s mid-morning show since 1992, following a stint in the same slot from 1986 to 1990. Im a little surprised and disappointed.. DeSantis won't say he's running. inaccuracy or intrusion, then please Speaking with Zoe on Radio 2 this morning, Vernon gushed how excited he was to be joining the station and paid tribute to Ken ahead of the replacing the broadcasting legend. Soundtrack Of My Life: Talking Heads Tina Weymouth, Creed III review: Michael B. Jordan gets another big win under his belt, Panic Shack: the wildest and funniest live band youll see all year, Final Fantasy 16 is a lavish RPG twist on Bayonetta and its all the better for it. Celeb obsessed? It is part of us, it is in our DNA. Hawara: 'What happened was horrific and barbaric', The people who want you to believe the Ukraine war is fake, What we've learned from Alex Murdaugh murder trial. He moved to mid-mornings in 1986 before periods on late nights and early mornings, and moved back to what would become his permanent slot in 1992. The broadcasters new Greatest Hits Radio show is due to begin on April 3, and will air between 10:00am-13:00pm GMT. BBC Radio 2. His first regular slot on Radio 2 was the Saturday Late Show in 1984, and the following year he fronted the Radio 2 Breakfast Show, taking over from Terry Wogan. Radio 2 will announce the host and details of a new mid-morning show at a later date. Lorna Clarke, director of BBC Music, described Bruce as "an extraordinary broadcaster with an exceptional career over many decades". Matt Deegan, creative director of Folder Media, said: If Ken finished at Radio 2 on Friday and then started at Greatest Hits on Monday, it makes it very easy for listeners to switch across. I say [the show is] 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 said in a statement about his new role. Congratulations on a brilliant career.. See you in April! Thank you for being such a joyful & brilliant part of our lives mate", Meanwhile, former Pointless host and author, Richard Osman replied: "Hopefully you can squeeze in a 'House Of Games' in between. SouthCity Posts: 10,482. Watch: Ken Bruce announces Radio 2 departure live on air. Greatest Hits Radio tweeted: Weve been keeping a big secret We are delighted to announce that legendary broadcaster @RealKenBruce will be joining the Greatest Hits Radio family in April.. Bruce started at the BBC in his early 30s and has said thathe would always be proud of his association with the BBC and Radio 2, but that he wanted to continue his career in a slightly different way in the next few years. Scott started his career at the age of 16 and joined BBC Radio One in 1998. What a fantastic start to a great year of increased ambition and innovation for Bauer Media Audio.. Were going to miss you lots Ken and want to congratulate you on a fantastic career at the BBC., Bruce said: 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. BBC Radio 2 is the UKs most listened to radio station, with a weekly audience of 14.46 million (RAJAR Q3, 2022), and won Station Of The Year at the Music Week 2021 awards. (PA), Bruce confirmed that he would be stepping down. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Ken Bruce has provided radio commentary for the live music show since . Upcoming episodes of Ken Bruce. Nothing stays the same forever "I have been here for quite a long time now, and it possibly is time to move over and let somebody else have a go.". Please report any comments that break our rules. In January, Bruce announced he would leave the corporation after 45 years to host a show on commercial rival, Greatest Hits Radio. 6 reasons why Ken Bruce is still king of the mid-morning airwaves. Bruce joins ex-BBC stars Simon Mayo and Jackie Brambles in a GHR line-up which will directly target older listeners disillusioned with Radio 2s shift to seek a younger audience. Since the announcement, Bruces listeners have been expressing their concern over the future of PopMaster, the daily music quiz that tests two fans music knowledge. 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. The DJ has taken on double shifts - covering Ken's Radio 2 morning show of 9.30am until 12noon as well as co-hosting his own regular show on BBC Radio 1 from 1pm until 3.30pm with . Bruce told listeners: "I'll reach the end of my current contract in March, and so at that point I will be moving on from Radio 2. I had intended fulfilling my contract until the end of March but the BBC has decided it wants me to leave earlier. Ken chats to very special guests about their lives and favourite music. A beautiful man whos always been so lovely to me at @BBCRadio2 . Ken has been treated appallingly after his many years of service, one insider said. His slot is the most. Thank you for everything youve done and the smiles you gave Whiters and I on Countdown so many times Onto your next huge chapter.". 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. 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Im looking forward to getting started and to you joining me for my very first show. Ken Bruce will join Greatest Hits Radio in April after leaving his mid-morning weekday slot on BBC Radio 2 after 31 years in March, it has been announced. Read about our approach to external linking. 2. Video, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story, Ken Bruce: Radio provides friendship in an undemanding way, Ed Sheeran says wife developed tumour in pregnancy, Covid origin likely China lab incident - FBI chief, Trump lashes out at Murdoch over vote fraud case, Beer and wine sales in Canada fall to all-time low, Ancient mummy found in delivery man's bag, Finland starts construction of Russia border fence, Daily walk prevents one in 10 early deaths - study, Drone crash near Moscow was failed attack - governor, LA agrees to pay Kobe Bryant widow almost $29m. 2021 Associated Newspapers Limited. Ken has also presented Radio 2's coverage of Eurovision since 1988, and has been a regular presenter of Sunday Night is Music Night. Ken Bruce has announced he is leaving BBC Radio 2 "after 45 years of broadcasting on BBC Radio" as "it's time for a change" his statement reads. The move was announced on BBC Radio 2 at 2pm on Friday (24th February) after being leaked by The Sun on Thursday evening. "My dad is a lorry driver and I said this when I joined Radio 2 and started standing in for Steve Wright, so weve always had Radio 2 on in the background. His departure comes after Steve Wright left after 23 years as afternoon host. I will always be very proud of my association with the BBC and Radio 2 in particular and Id like to thank everyone who has helped to make the mid-morning show a success.. . The BBC has not yet confirmed who will replace Bruce, however Radio 2 often promotes presenters from within its existing roster. Daten ber Ihr Gert und Ihre Internetverbindung, wie Ihre IP-Adresse, Browsing- und Suchaktivitten bei der Nutzung von Yahoo Websites und -Apps. His slot is the most listened-to show on British radio, and he will now join rival station Greatest Hits Radio. Ben Cooper, chief content and music officer at Bauer Audio UK, said: Ken Bruce is a broadcasting legend, with the biggest radio show in the UK, so as well as today being an exciting announcement for Greatest Hits Radio and its growing audience, it is a hugely significant moment for the industry. Ken's departure was announced on his radio show in January as the BBC later tweeted: "We have some news After 31 years of presenting the 9:30am-midday weekday show Ken Bruce has decided to leave. The BBC is yet to announce who will replace Bruce in mid mornings, but if previous examples are anything to go by his successor is likely to come from its existing crop of presenters. The networks presenters include Michael Ball, Zoe Ball, Rob Beckett, Tony Blackburn, OJ Borg, Rev. Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies. "My mums like, Norman, give over. Bruce said that after 45 years on the BBC it was time for a change, explaining: 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. Ken Bruce has revealed the fate of his much-loved PopMaster quiz after announcing that hes departing BBC Radio 2. The station already features in its presenting ranks the likes of Simon Mayo (who left Radio 2 in 2018), Martin Kemp, Jackie Brambles and Pat Sharp. pic.twitter.com/JMLuO9cXvp, BBC Radio 2 (@BBCRadio2) January 17, 2023. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. He will join Greatest Hits Radio in April. 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