Has Ken Bruce left the BBC?

Ken Bruce is set to return to Radio 2 on Monday 30 May 2022 after a couple of weeks off, according to the BBC. During a 2021 interview with the Mirror, Bruce said: “I'm going to die in harness, I think. I'll just keep going.

Is Ken Bruce retired?

Ken Bruce bids farewell to BBC colleague

Due to this, fans would be delighted to know that back in 2021, Bruce admitted to wanting to “die on air”, and never retire from the job he loves so much.

What has happened to Ken Bruce Radio 2?

Having taken the week off, Ken has left his show in the hands of DJ Scott Mills, who usually co-hosts a show with Chris Stark on BBC Radio 1. Last year he shared with fans the news that he had become the owner of a new kitten called Zak. So no doubt he will be spending some of his time off with his feline friend.

Who will replace Ken Bruce?

Scott Mills is stepping in to cover Ken Bruce in the time that he is not on Radio 2. Radio 2 listeners will have noticed that morning show stalwart Ken Bruce has been missing from the airwaves in the past couple of weeks, with little explanation given.

Is Scott Mills going to Radio 2?

Mills has temporarily taken over the reins of Ken Bruce's popular Radio 2 series.

Worst Contestant on BBC Radio 2 PopMaster Quiz On Ken Bruce Show

Why is Ken Bruce not on?

71-year-old Ken has been at the helm of the show for 34 years, although he has taken some time off in recent months to “sort out a minor medical matter.”

Where does Ken Bruce live now?

He lives with his third wife Kerith near Thame, Oxfordshire. One of his sons is autistic and Bruce is an active campaigner for autism charities.

Who is the most popular Radio 2 presenter?

Ken Bruce has retained his title as the most listened-to radio presenter in the UK, as the Radio 2 host continues the trend of mid-morning programmes attracting more listeners than breakfast shows.

Is Ken Bruce related to Fiona?

He left and joined a car-hire firm. He had worked his way up to assistant manager and married his first wife, Fiona, when the offer of a three-month contract working as a BBC Scotland announcer came up.

What car does Ken Bruce Drive?

After the Avenger experience he sensibly went for one of the most reliable cars of its time, a Honda Civic, which he also bought from an unimpeachable source.

How many times had Ken Bruce been married?

Ken is married to his third wife, Kerith Coldham, who's 12 years his junior. The pair tied the knot in 2000. Kerith is a former radio researcher. Ken calls her the third and the "final" wife.

Is Fiona Bruce related to Philip Mould?

What makes it particularly delightful is the fact Philip and I are friends. We complement each other. ' Fiona and Philip first met more than 15 years ago when they were working on another BBC series, The Antiques Show.

Which UK radio show has the most listeners?

BBC Radio 1

Each week, BBC Radio 1 amasses a whooping 9.3 million listeners, making it one of the UK's most popular radio broadcasting stations.

What was the first song played on Radio 2?

The first song played on Radio 1 was Flowers In The Rain by The Move. Over on Radio 2, it was Julie Andrews singing The Sound Of Music. 5. George Martin's Theme One, however, was technically the first piece of music on Radio 1.

Who is the most popular radio DJ in UK?

BBC Radio 2 presenter Ken Bruce has been named as Britain's favourite radio presenter in a new poll. Capital's Roman Kemp takes second place with BBC Radio 2's Zoe Ball in third. Chris Evans takes 4th and Jeremy Vine is in 5th place.

Where is Steve Wright?

Famously quiet outside work with little interest in the showbiz round of parties and openings, Steve lives in central London just a five-minute stroll from Broadcasting House where he spends so much of his time.