BBC Radio 2 announces Steve Wright's replacement following presenter's tragic death
The BBC has announced that Michael Ball, who currently presents on Sundays from 11am-1pm, will take over hosting duties following the sad death of BBC Radio 2 star Steve Wright.
The beloved radio host tragically died aged 69 back in February, leaving his BBC co-stars in tears as they were shocked by the news.
Today, BBC Radio 2 and BBC Sounds have announced new programming and specials, including the new hosts of Sunday morning shows following Steve's death.
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He said: “Steve made Love Songs 'appointment to listen' radio. I'm beyond excited and more than a little nervous to be tasked with the chance to continue with his extraordinary legacy.
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Michael Ball will take over hosting duties (Image: BBC)"Beautiful, moving, relaxing and uplifting music to lift the soul on a Sunday morning, coupled with the stories, suggestions, requests and precious memories from you, the listener, will ensure that this won't be just MY show, but OUR show.
"I hope you will join us as we continue to share the love," he added.
Meanwhile, it has also been announced that former Top Gear presenter Paddy McGuinness will host a new Sunday show from 11am-1pm from June in order to fill Michael's old slot.
He said: “I’ve loved keeping Rylan’s seat warm on Saturday afternoons and returning to the airwaves over Easter.
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window.topArticlesScript="https://cdn.images.express.co.uk/js/dist/article-top-articles20240402.min.js""To be given my very own regular show on the legendary Radio 2 is a dream come true," Paddy added.
Paddy will present the new show from Salford, Manchester, as part of the BBC’s Across the UK plans.
Head of BBC Radio 2 Helen Thomas said: “Although these are changes that we’d rather not be making, given the circumstances, I’m delighted to welcome Paddy and Michael to their new Sunday slots on Radio 2.
"I’m looking forward to Michael’s new earlier show, where he’ll entertain his ‘lovelies’ as he’s always done, and Paddy made a huge impression on our listeners when he sat in for Rylan as well as with his Easter specials.
“I’d also like to thank Nicki Chapman for presenting brilliant editions of Sunday Love Songs for the past few weeks.”
BBC Radio 2 announces Steve Wright's replacement following presenter's tragic death
BBC Radio 2 announces Steve Wright's replacement following presenter's tragic death
BBC Radio 2 announces Steve Wright's replacement following presenter's tragic death
BBC Radio 2 announces Steve Wright's replacement following presenter's tragic death
BBC Radio 2 announces Steve Wright's replacement following presenter's tragic death
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