and 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. Courteney Cox reacts to Prince Harry's claim he did mushrooms at house [REVELATIONS], Louise Minchin gave up sport 30 years ago over changing bodyshape [INTERVIEW], Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford share rare snaps with son on birthday [PICTURES]. The veteran TV presenter went on to admit he "wasn't really happy" with controversial changes at the BBC station - including sharing his show on a '13 weeks on, 13 weeks off' basis with comedian Rob Beckett. To mark the occasion, Daily Star has taken a sneak-peek into his life. Four more whiskies later and Im saying, Do you know, I wouldnt mind doing a few weeks of Annie. So, Im doing seven weeks. And now we have Vernon Kay, who will take the helm of the midmorning show in May, while Sounds of the 80s Gary Davies keeps the seat warm in the interim. Chris Evans bids farewell to BBC Radio 2. Olga often used to visit Radio 2 to see what Paul was doing; she was seldom impressed. Meanwhile, the keen farmer produced his own chutney and jam - but he couldn't shake off the boredom, and was elated when the time came to return to work. "Happily with the chat show, Eurovision and Drag Race the BBC continues to be my perfect TV home.". ', The comments below have not been moderated, By Alternative Sounds of the 90s with Dermot O'Leary. Get a daily dose of showbiz gossip direct to your inbox. Why isn't Paul O'Grady on BBC Radio 2? | Radio Times Paul O'Grady - IMDb We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Get in touch with us at [email protected] or call us direct 0207 29 33033. Paul O'Grady will now present his 5pm-7pm show in two runs of 13 . Paul O'Grady leaves Sunday Radio 2 show after 14 years O'Grady came to prominence in the 1990s as a stand-up comedian with a Scouse drag queen persona, Lily Savage, with which he presented game show Blankety Blank and other light entertainment programmes. Friends say he had given a commitment not to say anything that could embarrass the BBC in the remaining weeks of his contract, making him all the more surprised by the decision to end his show earlier than expected. Paul O'Grady QUITS his Radio 2 show after 14 years in latest BBC shake-up. "Radio 2 was always for an older audience," the For The Love of Dogs star continued sorrowfully to the Metro. Paul is also known for his Paul O'Grady: For the Love of Dogs and Paul O'Grady's Animal Orphans as well as presenting BBC Radio 2's Paul O'Grady on the Wireless. Paul O'Grady has revealed the real reason he's quit his BBC Radio 2 show, after presenting it for 14 years. Join Paul for an exclusive live afternoon chat and book signing at. Paul O'Grady quits BBC Radio 2 after he was forced to share slot with Published: Tuesday, 9th August 2022 at 11:20 am. Paul O'Grady on playing Miss Hannigan in Annie and leaving Radio 2 Paul O'Grady reveals very different new role after leaving BBC Radio 2 A Romanian sausage dog, called Sausage, or Sos I couldnt think of a name for her. Schedule. The Red Dwarf actor, 57, presented his show Craig Charles' House Party on Saturdays from 10pm to midnight since 2014, but was axed in July 2022. If you go off for 13 weeks and somebody else comes on, the listeners dont know when youre back on. The 67-year-old hosted the Sunday afternoon programme for almost 13 years . Paul O'Grady has criticised Radio 2, saying 'it's not what it was' after Ken Bruce quit his primetime show.. This has led to the departure of several older hosts, a shuffling of schedules and the introduction of new presenters such as DJ Spoony and Drag Race UK star Michelle Visage. 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. 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. 03:00. 17:24 GMT 28 Feb 2023. Her and one of my other dogs, Nancy, have a bit of rivalry theyll fight over balls and growl at each other, but next thing theyre sleeping together. 'It is part of us, it is in our DNA - Ken Bruce is mid-mornings. There are currently no available episodes, Paul shares another recipe. 5-min read. While Im on the subject Id also like to thank my producer ( sounds very grand) Malcolm Prince who is one of the best in the business and hasnt cracked once in the 14 years weve been on air. 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. 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. 15:37 GMT 28 Feb 2023 Paul O'Grady net worth: How presenter made multi-million pound fortune I do her far more downtrodden. Paul O'Grady has hit out at BBC Radio 2 for allowing Ken Bruce to depart the station. They always show the dog playing with the kids, catching a ball and sitting on the sofa and the new owner saying they wouldnt be without them. 'I had intended fulfilling my contract until the end of March but the BBC has decided it wants me to leave earlier. Show More Posts from paulogrady. One passionate fan tweeted: Oh that is the best news!! The decision to replace Bruce has sparked a backlash from loyal listeners, who hit out at the BBC over its treatment of the veteran presenter. Paul O'Grady. Now, OGrady, who left Radio 2 in 2021 after being asked to share his slot with comedian Rob Beckett, has explained the motivation behind his decision. Paul O'Grady quits Radio 2 show saying it's the 'right time to go' Maybe it is a deeply-embedded loyalty to the station I never realised I had, maybe it is blind optimism, but I dont think this is the case. OGrady, 67, said that Radio 2 was always for an older audience. 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I wish I had some goals, but Ive never been ambitious. BBC Radio 2 - Paul O'Grady It seems Paul is showing no signs of slowing down anytime soon. 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. Youll get a dog coming in thats in a terrible state and terrified of its own shadow. There's not another radio programme like it the incomparable Paul O'Grady. He tweeted last week: "I will be presenting my last show on Radio 2 next Friday. Whether your football team lost, your plans got cancelled, or you burnt your roast dinner, we will put a smile on your face and if youre already smiling, then expect a full Cheshire Cat grin., Paul O'Grady's BBC Radio 2 show taken off air until May 2022. BBC Radio 2, Paul OGrady lamented this week, is not what it once was. 233 following. 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. Paul O'Grady reveals reason behind exit as he leaves BBC Radio 2 He said he was doing a national tour of Annie. Bye bye Radio 2 on Sunday night., And another expressed similar sentiments, tweeting: What we're you thinking of by cutting Paul O Grady's radio programme on Radio 2 to only basically half of the year, having Rob Beckett instead is a complete wrong decision, I had to switch the radio off when he sat in for Claudia Winklemann, you need to rethink.. He is certainly not wrong there. 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. Vote now! 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? 19K Followers. InJanuary, when Bruce announced his departure, former Radio 2 DJ Vanessa feltz accused the . The star bid farewell to Radio 2 listeners forever on Friday 26 August and went on to land a job on Talk TV. Paul OGrady fans are over the moon as the much-loved star has revealed his next career venture following his infamous BBC Radio exit. So what do you think of this story? Paul O'Grady is stepping down from his BBC Radio 2 show after hosting the Sunday afternoon slot for 14 years. Im travelling light this time but when I used to go on the road, Id take my Baby Belling oven and my electric frying pan. Paul O'Grady fans 'concerned' as they launch campaign to 'save' radio slot Other casualties include some of our most beloved presenters, including Vanessa Feltz, Graham Norton and Simon Mayo who have all left their shows for other stations and now, we bid farewell to Ken Bruce, his wonderful weekday midmorning show and his dulcet Scottish tones. We wish Paul the very best of luck and hope to work with him again in the future., Paul OGrady: Im not worried about sex, money or fame I just want a mongoose, Sign up to First Edition, our free daily newsletter every weekday morning at 7am BST, Original reporting and incisive analysis, direct from the Guardian every morning, Paul O'Grady: I feel that now is the right time to go., KenBruces Radio 2 departure handled badly, says Simon Mayo, KenBruce says BBC has hastened his Radio 2 exit, Vernon Kay confirmed as new host of Ken Bruces BBC Radio 2 slot, Its like signing Messi: Ken Bruces move a coup for Greatest Hits Radio, KenBruce to leave BBC for new radio show, BBClocal radio stations face big cuts to content made for their area, Radio presenter Tim Gough dies during breakfast show, Michael Gove lined up to become presenter on News UKs Times Radio, Steve Wright signs off from Radio 2 afternoon show after 23 years. 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. Paul O'Grady fumes BBC Radio 2 'isn't what it was' after Ken Bruce exit Paul O'Grady has criticised Radio 2, saying 'it's not what it was' after Ken Bruce quit his primetime show. and BBC Radio 2 accused of 'clear cut ageism' by Liz Kershaw as Ken Bruce Paul O'Grady has spoken out about recent changes at Radio 2, admitting he feels the station is "not what it was".. Last year, the former talk show host stepped down from his BBC radio show after 14 years, which came shortly after it was announced he'd be alternating in his regular slot with comedian Rob Beckett. Safe to say, Pauls ever-devoted fans were over the moon for him on this career news. No longer self isolating but still cautious. Let's enjoy the week ahead!". Paul O'Grady has expressed his "disappointment" with BBC Radio 2, saying "it's not what it was". The statement concluded: "[We] will continue to be a multi-generational radio station that serves a 35-plus audience with listeners tuning in each week to our brilliant range of programmes, hosted by some of the UKs best-loved presenters.". 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. he chuckled, before adding that he also used the time to pen a children's book and learnt to play the ukelele. I am absolutely over the moon, I really am.'. 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'It's the best quiz on radio': Will PopMaster's devoted fans follow Ken Bruce to Greatest Hits? Their daughter, Sharyn, was born in 1974. Dont we all! By Molly Powell. "I was [disappointed] because I'm a great believer in continuity," he revealed, after relinquishing a slot he had held for 14 years. The format was originally devised by Granada Television and was broadcast on ITV until December 2005, before moving to . Paul O'Grady signed off on Sunday from his final Radio 2 show, O'Grady with Malcolm Prince, the producer on his radio show since 2009, Harry: I feared losing memories of mum during therapy, US-made cheese can be called 'gruyere' - court, The children left behind in Cuba's exodus, Canadian grandma helps police snag phone scammer, AOC under investigation for Met Gala dress. Pauls taking #TeamPOGradio to @BoomRadioUK for the annual Christmas show! Paul O'Grady's Radio exit wasn't entirely amicable - with the star admitting he quit due to "not being happy" with the BBC's plans for his popular show. 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. Save. Paul O'Grady fans have been left 'concerned' following the BBC 's decision to cut back his Radio 2 slot. Thats enough because Ive got other commitments with animals. Let's enjoy the week ahead!'. DON'T MISS: It emerged today that Bruce is leaving his BBC Radio 2 role a month early because the corporation reportedly became frustrated that his shows were 'free advertising' for his next station. 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. @WGBpl. 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"We have some news After 31 years of presenting the 9:30am-midday weekday show Ken Bruce has decided to leave," a statement from the BBC read. When I was in a hotel room, Id put a shower cap over the fire alarm and make myself breakfast. BBC Radio 2 - Paul O'Grady - Available now Will you be tuning into Paul O Gradys show on Christmas Day? Paul O'Grady is set to play Miss Hannigan in Annie (Picture: Rex/Metro) TV host Paul O'Grady, 67, . Paul O'Grady reveals reason for leaving BBC Radio 2 show - Yahoo! Audio Producer #TeamPOGradio with Paul O'Grady. The For The Love Of Dogs star, 66, has been a familiar voice on the radio slot . 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. The comedian, 67 . The former Coronation Street star can still be heard on BBC Radio 6 Music each weekday (1-4pm) and on The Craig Charles Funk and Soul Show (Saturday nights, 6-9pm). Thank you @BoomRadioUK, before asking: Will there be a regular spot for #teampog in the future?, The radio station saw the tweet and replied back: Well mention it to Father Christmas when we see him.. 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 @Battersea_. Leave a comment if you're watching! Also leaving the station is his producer Malcolm Prince, whom he jokingly insulted on every show. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Read about our approach to external linking. For tickets see here. 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. Read more: Entertainment Daily Awards 2022: Is Paul OGrady your National Treasure? Paul O'Grady reveals real reason he quit Radio 2 show BBC Radio 2 fans are angry after hearing fan favourite Paul O'Grady is being taken off air after 23 years - to be replaced by younger comedian Rob Beckett. I was disappointed, because Im a great believer in continuity, he told Metro.co.uk, adding: If you go off for 13 weeks and somebody else comes on, the listeners dont know when youre back on., He continued: Radio 2 has changed; its not what it was. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. He is the latest in a string of older DJs to step back, including Steve Wright, Graham Norton and Simon Mayo. I like it when I get there, its the travelling I dont enjoy. It posted a statement on social media, which read: "We're sad to say that after 14 years on Sunday afternoons, Paul O'Grady has decided to leave Radio 2". Returning to Wogan House for a week after a month of broadcasting the Piano Room sessions at Maida Vale provided a natural break. Celeb obsessed? The BAFTA . His final programme will be this Sunday . Veteran DJ Tony Blackburn has also complained about his Golden Hour show being shunted to Sunday nights. Jamie Phillips Vanessa Feltz, 61, and Craig Charles, 58, have also moved on. Paul O'Grady breaks silence as 'fabulous' BBC Radio 2 show - mirror for a Royal special, tonight on ITV1 & ITVX at 9pm! In an Instagram post on Sunday, O'Grady said: "The reason I'm leaving, because everybody's asking me this, is because I wasn't really happy with the 13 weeks on, 13 weeks off business. 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.". He added that it was time to "hang up his headphones" and "run free". Tweets & replies. The broadcaster's comments come after the news that veteran DJ Ken Bruce was leaving . Paul O'Grady fans are over the moon as the much-loved star has revealed his next career venture following his infamous BBC Radio exit. However, Paul O'Grady has admitted he is leaving his BBC Radio 2 program because he "wasn't very thrilled" with the changes made to the schedule that made him share the position with another presenter, Rob Beckett. 5th Oct 2022, 7:11am - 2 min read. "So I'm not going anywhere. Paul OGrady has quit his BBC Radio 2 show after station bosses made him share his Sunday afternoon slot with another presenter as part of a push to attract younger listeners. Pauls radio producer Malcolm announced the news today, writing on Twitter: Pauls taking #TeamPOGradio to @BoomRadioUK for the annual Christmas show!, Alongside a picture of Paul, the caption continued: Its a one-off special and, if youd like a shoutout, for your friends or family, email now.. I know youre not supposed to but I like working with kids. 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. Paul O'Grady thanked his listeners and said he can now "run free" as he signed off from his final BBC Radio 2 show on Sunday. In just a handful of years, the station's schedule has undergone so much change that the . I live on a farm in Kent and I ended up talking to my pigs! Elsewhere on radio, Jane Garvey, Fi Glover . The comedian, 67, has hosted a Sunday afternoon programme on the UKs most popular radio station for the last 14 years. Paul will reprise his role as Miss Hannigan, who he previously played back in 1998. Helen Thomas, head of Radio 2, wished him luck for the future and said she was "sorry to see him go". The 72-year-old Scottish broadcaster will host his final 9.30am to 12pm Radio 2 show on Friday after 31 years before joining Greatest Hits Radio. 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. Fortunately, Paul is still very much in demand with TV producers, admitting that he has "already" been asked to take part in another series of For The Love Of Dogs. A terrific listen today. Some healthy competition will, in the long run, make Radio 2 a better station. What's the least amount of exercise we can get away with? he reiterated. And I always have a look for bed bugs! Paul O'Grady is leaving BBC Radio 2, saying it was "the right time to go". #Blackpool. 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.
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