His final programme will be this Sunday . Let's enjoy the week ahead!'. I'd like to thank my producer Malcolm Prince and all the teams I've worked with for a great decade of radio. A BBC spokesperson emphasised that it was OGradys decision to quit: Were sad to say that after 14 years on Sunday afternoons, Paul OGrady has decided to leave Radio 2. Paul's last programme will be on Sunday 14 August as he comes to the end of . The broadcaster, 67, took to the BBC airwaves for the final time in August, following his shock announcement he would be leaving his popular slot earlier in the week and speculation surrounding his departure. I havent got one. He's achieved fame uisin his comedic drag queen chairacter, "Lily Savage", an later becam weel kent for presentin TV programmes as himsel, sic as The Paul O'Grady Show . Elsewhere on radio, Jane Garvey, Fi Glover . Paul James O'Grady MBE DL (born 14 June 1955) is an English comedian, broadcaster, actor, writer and former drag queen.He achieved notability in the London gay scene during the 1980s with his drag queen persona Lily Savage, through which he gained broader popularity in the 1990s.O'Grady subsequently dropped the character and in the 2000s became the presenter of various television and radio . 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, I did the honourable thing and I honoured my contract, gave my notice and now I'm off. It comes as a BBC source told The Sun: 'The BBC believe that every second he is on air is just free advertising for his new show on Greatest Hits Radio. "I was [disappointed] because I'm a great believer in continuity," he revealed, after relinquishing a slot he had held for 14 years. Paul O'Grady and Steve Wright. After playing his last song, Friends by Bette Midler, he signed off with: "So you look after yourselves, stay safe and well. By "So thank you very much," he ended the personal message before moving on with his usual weekend staples. Two other big names - Vanessa Feltz and Craig Charles - have been announced in recent months as leaving the station, while Steve Wright is also vacating his weekday afternoon slot to be replaced by Scott Mills. He said: '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. Work in tv, radio and theatre when they'll have me and now and then I'll write a book. Many took to Twitter to express their delight for the TV and radio legend. Tweets. The broadcaster, 67, took to the Radio 2 airwaves one last time earlier today . Gardening leave, it was reported, to avoid each day being one big advert for his new slot on their rival, Bauers Greatest Hits Radio. Within the space of three years, Radio 2 has seen many of its long-standing stars quit the show and move on . See today's front and back pages, download the newspaper, order back issues and use the historic Daily Express newspaper archive. The announcement comes after a shake-up which saw him share the slot with comedian . I live on a farm in Kent and I ended up talking to my pigs! 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. Paul O'Grady handed in his notice at Radio 2 after being asked to share his regular slot with Rob Beckett, who, at 37, is three decades his junior. Last week, Bruce tweeted: 'I will be presenting my last show on Radio 2 next Friday. Celeb obsessed? He added that it was time to "hang up his headphones" and "run free". When we were in the West End with Annie, Starlight Express was on around the corner. Dec 19, 2022. The 67-year-old icon left Radio 2 in August after 14 years at the station, saying he wasnt really happy there. 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. "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.'. For starters, the figures of listeners deserting the station might seem startling 580,000 people, according to the audience research body Rajar but in the context of Radio 2s 14 million weekly listeners, there is a long way to go until its total collapse. Big Zuu profile: What is his net worth and does he have a wife? 'To be asked to step into those big shoes it was a big deep breath, I'll be honest with you. Paul O'Grady has announced that he will be departing his BBC Radio 2 show after 14 years in the job. Paul O'Grady bid farewell to his loyal listeners on Sunday afternoon, as he presented his final show on BBC Radio 2.. His final show was in August 2022, which devastated regular listeners who had come to enjoy his broadcasts. 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. "Happily with the chat show, Eurovision and Drag Race the BBC continues to be my perfect TV home.". Hello everyone! . 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 pictured in February 2022. There are currently no available episodes, Paul shares another recipe. I do her far more downtrodden. By Molly Powell. 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. Express. More info. 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 learnt two songs on the ukulele, I made loads of chutney and jam and I wrote a kids book. . But this week it was . BBC Radio 2 confirmed the news that Paul O'Grady was leaving at approximately 11 am on Tuesday, 9 August 2022. 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. It seems Paul is showing no signs of slowing down anytime soon. O'Grady, who left Radio 2 in 2021 after being asked to share his slot with comedian Rob Beckett, criticised the approach taken by bosses. Vote now! In just a handful of years, the stations schedule has undergone so much change that the media has referred to a Radio 2 bloodbath, and OGrady is just one of those who has fallen victim. Read about our approach to external linking. 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? Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. O'Grady and Beckett had been swapping over every 13 weeks in the slot, after a shake-up to the station's schedule. He is certainly not wrong there. We respect his decision and wish him the very best of luck in the future as hes been a much loved part of the Radio 2 family.. The 67-year-old broadcaster spoke out following the newsBruce was leaving the BBC station after 45 years to go to commercial rival Greatest Hits Radio. "Radio 2 was always for an older audience," the For The Love of Dogs star continued sorrowfully to the Metro. Calmer skies are ahead. However, after almost 12 blissful years, I now need to step down to catch up on a much needed decades deficit of beauty sleep! 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. We ask for your permission before anything is loaded, as they may be using cookies and other technologies. "I will enjoy a dollop of energy-boosting shut-eye to swing from zip-lines with my three effervescent grandchildren and frolic with my fianc Ben, who irritatingly remains 10 years younger than me!". Let's enjoy the week ahead!". 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.". 'I had intended fulfilling my contract until the end of March but the BBC has decided it wants me to leave earlier. Paul O'Grady is quitting his BBC Radio 2 show following a shake-up which saw him share the slot with another presenter. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. Audio Producer #TeamPOGradio with Paul O'Grady. Leave a comment if you're watching! The presenter will be absent from BBC Radio 2 for 13 weeks. All rights reserved. Join Paul and the Dogs at. 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. TV host Paul OGrady, 67, on cooking a naughty breakfast in hotels, saying goodbye to Radio 2 and the joy of seeing rescue dogs rehomed. The BBC should think long and hard about what will help retain its older listeners (many of whom are flocking to the likes of Boom Radio for its dedication to nostalgic hits), while still drafting in the generation coming up behind. Paul admitted it was a "marriage of convenience", saying he wedded Teresa Fernandes in 1977 to stop her from being deported. "I just . Born on June 14, 1955 in Birkenhead, before he hit the big time, TV star Paul O' Grady performed as Lily Savage in the 80s. 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. On a Saturday, between the matinee and the evening show, theyd come over to us, or wed go over to them. 'Obviously I am over the moon and so are my parents and Tess and the kids, but it's the Ken Bruce show and the man has raised the bar so high that I'm just so excited to be able to take the reins. DON'T MISS: Radio 2 fans have accused the BBC of ageism after Paul O'Grady quit the station today. 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. Their daughter, Sharyn, was born in 1974. BBC bosses made OGrady, 67, share slot with Rob Beckett in push to attract younger listeners. Paul has recently decided to quit BBC Radio 2 after 14 years and his final show aired on Sunday (August 14). 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. 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Ive played Miss Hannigan before, in 1998 in London, and then we toured with it. First published on Sun 14 Aug 2022 17.10 EDT. When lost listeners get bored of the ad breaks on these commercial shows, something tells me that Radio 2 will be there to greet them like an old friend. READ MORE: Paul O'Grady forced to halt final BBC Radio 2 show as he bids emotional farewell. 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. Paul O'Grady handed in his notice at Radio 2 after being asked to share his regular slot with Rob Beckett, who, at 37, is three decades his junior. The comedian, 67, has hosted a Sunday afternoon programme on the UKs most popular radio station for the last 14 years. Veteran DJ Tony Blackburn has also complained about his Golden Hour show being shunted to Sunday nights. 2021 Associated Newspapers Limited. 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). Join Paul for an exclusive live afternoon chat and book signing at. 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. I like it when I get there, its the travelling I dont enjoy. Youve already lost @GrahamNortonFan and now this. 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. Theyre trying to aim for a much younger audience, which doesnt make sense because youve got Radio 1 [for that]," he stated. O'Grady, 67, had . Secret husband The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. It was then announced Ken would be swapping the BBC for Bauer at the end of March, as it was revealed he would joining Greatest Hits Radio. His last show included many of his popular segments, including providing the recipe for a Hawaiian-style cocktail and paying tribute to listeners' pets that have recently died. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. If you go off for 13 weeks and somebody else comes on, the listeners dont know when youre back on. BBC launches hunt to find singer's for King's coronation choir, following the newsBruce was leaving the BBC station after 45 years to go to commercial rival Greatest Hits Radio. 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Broadcaster Paul O'Grady has revealed his a next role after leaving BBC Radio 2 - and it's something very different. ITV said viewers will see her joiningPaulat Batterseas Brands Hatch site in Kent. 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. Dont we all! Paul O'Grady will now present his 5pm-7pm show in two runs of 13 . Offeecial Radio 2 show page Paul James O'Grady , MBE (born 14 Juin 1955) is an Inglis comedian, telly presenter, actor, writer an radio disc jockey. One furious fan tweeted: Whose idea is it to replace @PaulOGradyShow with @robbeckettcomic even for 13 weeks? Paul O'Grady has revealed that his BBC Radio 2 weekend show will not air again until May due to a "management decision". We wish Ken all the best for the future. "Its been an honour and privilege to be the Breakfast voice of BBC Radio London for 20 years and although Im leaving the show, Ill continue to expect hugs from my lovely listeners when I see them on the streets of London! No offence to Rob but two completely different personalities and audiences. Radio 2 was always for an older audience.'. At first, I thought, I dont want to go to Thailand. I went a bit sulky! Simon was the first of the big names to walk away from Radio 2 after 17 years at the station. What I think is happening is that we are passing through a period of turbulence. 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. 15:37 GMT 28 Feb 2023 Paul O'Grady, best known for hosting For the Love of Dogs, has filled the Sunday evening BBC Radio 2 slot from 5pm . 2-min read. They have to be. Fans greeted the news of his replacement with mixed reviews and branded BBC bosses' decision 'classless', but appearing on The Zoe Ball Breakfast Show this morning, Kay paid tribute to his predecessor. 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. 'Returning to Wogan House for a week after a month of broadcasting the Piano Room sessions at Maida Vale provided a natural break. Paul OGrady fans are over the moon as the much-loved star has revealed his next career venture following his infamous BBC Radio exit. While one very upset fan responded, typing: So very sad about this management decision Paul. Paul O'Grady fans have been left 'concerned' following the BBC 's decision to cut back his Radio 2 slot. Remembering that his initial work for Radio 2 had been as an occasional stand-in presenter 14 years ago before he was handed his current show in 2009, he said: "I only came to do a few hours for Elaine Paige and look what happened.". 15 Aug 2022. So where does that leave Radio 2? Paul O'Grady is leaving BBC Radio 2, saying it was "the right time to go". The presenter took to Instagram to share a message with his followers ahead of his final show on August 14. The comedian, 66, who used to perform as drag queen Lily Savage, presented Paul . The broadcasters comments come after the news that veteran DJ Ken Bruce was leaving the station after 45 years to go to Greatest Hits Radio. Get a daily dose of showbiz gossip direct to your inbox. The exodus of stars from Radio 2 will see Ken Bruce walk away today after 31 years - joining the likes of Paul O'Grady, Steve Wright and Vanessa Feltz in moving on from the BBC station for .
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