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? 15 Aug 2022. 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.. 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. And I always have a look for bed bugs! Us passengers might be panicking, but those in the cockpit are not. The decision . They said: 'It shows zero respect for Ken and what he has done for Radio 2.'. Paul O'Grady, Simon Mayo, and Ken Bruce are just some of the big names to exit Radio 2 in recent years. The For the Love of Dogs host announced the news last week, saying he feels that . Read about our approach to external linking. InJanuary, when Bruce announced his departure, former Radio 2 DJ Vanessa feltz accused the . I live on a farm in Kent and I ended up talking to my pigs! OGrady, 67, said that Radio 2 was always for an older audience. Although the presenter had fully intended to continue as contracted until the end of March, the BBC decided Friday would be his last show. 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. While one very upset fan responded, typing: So very sad about this management decision Paul. 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. Youll get a dog coming in thats in a terrible state and terrified of its own shadow. So what do you think of this story? This article contains content provided by Instagram. Tweets & replies. Reels. I havent got one. "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! It leaves a sour taste.'. So where does that leave Radio 2? 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. In just a handful of years, the station's schedule has undergone so much change that the . 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. 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. Last week, Bruce tweeted: 'I will be presenting my last show on Radio 2 next Friday. Read about our approach to external linking. They have to be. 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. Paul O'Grady has revealed the real reason he's quit his BBC Radio 2 show, after presenting it for 14 years. A Romanian sausage dog, called Sausage, or Sos I couldnt think of a name for her. Their daughter, Sharyn, was born in 1974. Returning to Wogan House for a week after a month of broadcasting the Piano Room sessions at Maida Vale provided a natural break. Alternative Sounds of the 90s with Dermot O'Leary. Olga often used to visit Radio 2 to see what Paul was doing; she was seldom impressed. 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. The For The Love Of Dogs star, 66, has been a familiar voice on the radio slot . Rory Tingle For Mailonline. 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. Im really looking forward to it, because I havent done theatre for a while. He is certainly not wrong there. 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. 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 . O'Grady, 67, had . 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. "Obviously I'm sad to be stepping away from my Radio 2 show," Graham said in a statement at the time. At first, I thought, I dont want to go to Thailand. I went a bit sulky! Get a daily dose of showbiz gossip direct to your inbox. A Radio 2 spokeswoman said:'Ken decided to leave Radio 2 and it's always been known he's leaving in March. 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. 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. 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. Craig Charles' Radio 2 show on a Saturday night was axed last summer, amid the ongoing shake up of the BBC stations. "Radio 2 has changed, it . By Molly Powell. 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. 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. "I have loved every moment with my Radio 2 'Early Birds' and will miss my Lovely Listeners, Jolly Good Fellows and beloved friends and colleagues at Radio 2 with all my heart," she told listeners via a statement. Where do Carole Middleton and Michael Middleton live? It really, really means a lot and I'm back on afternoons until the Autumn from tomorrow anyway. 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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 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 67-year-old has been at the station for 14 years and has hosted the Sunday afternoon slot since 2009. The 67-year-old has been at the station for 14 years and has hosted the Sunday afternoon slot since 2009. 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 is certainly not wrong there. Paul O'Grady has addressed his BBC Radio 2 exit after 14 years. 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. 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. I was a familiar sight at Victoria, dressed as Miss Hannigan with 12 orphans behind me, staggering across the street! Paul O'Grady has expressed his "disappointment" with BBC Radio 2, saying "it's not what it was". Fellow celebrity Vanessa Feltz, who is 61 and also left Radio 2 last year, claimed on This Morning: "I would imagine that it's a feeling of some sense of ageism at the BBC and that once you get over a certain age, your days are numbered. Meanwhile, Paul's own departure came soon after a long lockdown period during which the bubbly broadcaster admitted to being "fed up and bored". "I just . Paul's last programme will be on Sunday 14 August as he comes to the end of . He said he had handled the matter in "an honourable way", seeing out his current contract and handing in his notice to station bosses. 736K followers. "We wish Paul the very best of luck and hope to work . The 67-year-old has hosted the Sunday . O'Grady and Beckett had been swapping over every 13 weeks in the slot, after a shake-up to the station's schedule. Many other shows have also been moved on the station's schedule. However, he announced his decision to part ways with the station last year, insisting that it was "the right time to go" under the circumstances. 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Liz, 64, worked with BBC on a number of its radio stations before she was sacked from her show on BBC Radio 6 after working for the BBC for 35 years. Four more whiskies later and Im saying, Do you know, I wouldnt mind doing a few weeks of Annie. So, Im doing seven weeks. Vanessa Feltz, 61, and Craig Charles, 58, have also moved on. 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. Previously: Graham Norton/Alan Carr & Melanie Sykes/Elaine Paige/TheVictoriaWoodSongbook. The comedian, 67, has hosted a Sunday afternoon programme on the UKs most popular radio station for the last 14 years. 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]. Paul O'Grady claims that BBC Radio 2 'has changed' (Credit: ITV) Paul finished his stint on Radio 2 last August. We ask for your permission before anything is loaded, as they may be using cookies and other technologies. Speaking to his long-suffering colleague in their 546th and final programme, O'Grady, 67, said the show had been one of the "longest jobs I've ever held down", before addressing his listeners to tell them it "wouldn't have been the same" without them. Express. 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. So, all being well and providing Im not in India or Borneo, travel restrictions permitting, I should be back some time in May. Many took to Twitter to express their delight for the TV and radio legend. Elsewhere on radio, Jane Garvey, Fi Glover . 'I had intended fulfilling my contract until the end of March but the BBC has decided it wants me to leave earlier. "So thank you very much," he ended the personal message before moving on with his usual weekend staples. BBC Radio 2 is introducing some schedule changes on a Sunday afternoon and has announced its special programming for the Spring. BBC bosses made OGrady, 67, share slot with Rob Beckett in push to attract younger listeners. A terrific listen today. The 67-year-old icon left Radio 2 in . 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. His last show . You may want to read Metas Instagram cookie policy, external and privacy policy, external before accepting. 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. Going to miss you and Malcolm so much.. Paul O'Grady breaks silence as BBC Radio 2 show taken off air amid 'new regime'. The announcement comes after a shake-up which saw him share the slot with comedian . The presenter took to Instagram to share a message with his followers ahead of his final show on August 14. 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. DON'T MISS: His personality, spontaneity and don't-take-this-too-seriously work so well on the radio. TV tonight He revealed yet more huge career news on Instagram in October, announcing that he will be joining the cast of Annie. This came after Paul bid farewell to his 14 year stint on Radio 2 in August . What's the least amount of exercise we can get away with? Also leaving the station is his producer Malcolm Prince, whom he jokingly insulted on every show. 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. Im not good in hotels. and Bruce told the Mail he was 'surprised and disappointed' by the decision. #POGDOGS. "I was [disappointed] because I'm a great believer in continuity," he revealed, after relinquishing a slot he had held for 14 years. Its a Cinderella story. Together they will meet some of the dogs struggling to be rehomed and assist with their treatment and care, in the hope of finding them a happy-ever-after home of their own in time for Christmas. "Anyway, thanks very much and good luck to everyone on Radio 2 and long may you continue!". 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. Fans reacted in horror at his shock news with actress Amanda Mealing branding the move by Radio 2 basses: a f**king farce. 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. For tickets see here. Theyre trying to aim for a much younger audience, which doesnt make sense because youve got Radio 1. Speaking via a statement issued at the time, Craig said: "Every party must come to an end and although I'm packing up my Trunk of Funk on Radio 2, I've loved bringing the party to its funky listeners each Saturday night.". Whatsapp group, Peter Andre sets strict rules for Princess after signing major deal with online fashion retailer, ITV News makes huge error mistaking late journalist Derek Jameson for Ken Bruce, London black cab fares rise to help get women home safely at night, Futuristic digital displays could soon start appearing at London bus stops, Its been two years since Sarah Everard was murdered Im so scared to be a woman in London that Ive quit my job, Craig Revel Horwood loves playing Miss Hannigan in Annie: She despises children and shes drunk most of the time, Vernon Kay emotional as he speaks out on taking over from Ken Bruce on BBC Radio 2, Do not sell or share my personal information. 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. In response to Bruces tweet, a BBC spokesperson told The Independent: Ken decided to leave Radio 2 and its always been known hes leaving in March. ITV said viewers will see her joiningPaulat Batterseas Brands Hatch site in Kent. Radio 2 was always for an older audience. 03:00. Simon was the first of the big names to walk away from Radio 2 after 17 years at the station. Absence explained. Paul O'Grady pictured in February 2022. Paul O'Grady said in a statement on Tuesday he "loved" doing his Sunday afternoon show but feels it is the "right time to go" He tweeted last week: "I will be presenting my last show on Radio 2 next Friday. 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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. Not going anywhere!" Show More Posts from paulogrady. Paul O'Grady has criticised Radio 2, saying 'it's not what it was' after Ken Bruce quit his primetime show. 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. It's because I wasn't really happy with the 13 weeks on/13 weeks off business. In my version shes a bit raggy. It isnt an easy balancing act, but this shifting landscape will no doubt kick Radio 2 into gear. Calmer skies are ahead. His final show was in August 2022, which devastated regular listeners who had come to enjoy his broadcasts. Theyre trying to aim for a much younger audience, which doesnt make sense because youve got Radio 1 [for that]," he stated. She was a little raggy thing when I got her but shes cock of the walk now. Radio 2 has changed, its not what it was. See today's front and back pages, download the newspaper, order back issues and use the historic Daily Express newspaper archive. Paul OGrady fans are over the moon as the much-loved star has revealed his next career venture following his infamous BBC Radio exit. It seems Paul is showing no signs of slowing down anytime soon. The star bid farewell to Radio 2 listeners forever on Friday 26 August and went on to land a job on Talk TV. The presenter will be absent from BBC Radio 2 for 13 weeks. The broadcaster's comments come after the news that veteran DJ Ken Bruce was leaving . 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 pastures new. The TV and radio host lamented that he was "disappointed", suggesting Radio 2 was always intended for an older audience, but that producers are on a quest to make it more appealing to the younger generation. We wish Ken all the best for the future.. "Happily with the chat show, Eurovision and Drag Race the BBC continues to be my perfect TV home.". Why do they never ask the listeners for their views? Paul O'Grady's regular BBC Radio 2 show will no longer be on the airwaves until May. He said in a lengthy Instagram post: Its my last Radio2 Sunday show for quite sometime, our listening figures have shot up so a great big thank you to everyone who listens. So no, Paul OGrady, Radio 2 isnt what it was, but nothing can stay the same for ever. What is their net worth? Ticket includes the latest edition of Eddie Albert & The Amazing Animal Gang - The Curse of the Smugglers' Treasure (Out Now) @HarperCollinsCh. He went on to host a number of chat shows, first with ITV and later with Channel 4, and a revival of dating show Blind Date. 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. 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. 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Ive played Miss Hannigan before, in 1998 in London, and then we toured with it. Ill probably get a flat, because then you can cater for yourself. During that time he met a woman named Diane Jansen with whom he had a brief affair. Paul O'Grady has revealed that his BBC Radio 2 weekend show will not air again until May due to a "management decision". I'd like to thank my producer Malcolm Prince and all the teams I've worked with for a great decade of radio. The 67-year-old hosted the Sunday afternoon programme for almost 13 years . 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. Vernon Kay has been announced as Bruces replacement, and will join fellow DJs Zoe Ball, Dermot OLeary, Rylan and Steve Wright. 19K Followers. "But it didnt work out like that, so it was an uncomfortable period., Speaking to the Daily Mail, Simon said he felt bosses were under 'genuine pressure from the top about improving the number of women in daytime and to make the network more contemporary.'. Paul O'Grady will now present his 5pm-7pm show in two runs of 13 . 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. Theyve already asked me!
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