He also presented a Saturday morning show. [27] When the original presenter Richard Whiteley died in 2005, Bruce said: "[he was] such a nice man that was the defining quality of him, a genuinely nice man. The broadcaster revealed the news himself on his BBC show on Tuesday morning. The losing contestant is given a T-shirt with 'One Year Out' printed across the front (a catchphrase Bruce uses in the quiz when a contestant trying to place the year a song was in the charts is out by one year). Group of youths carrying knives attack two people, Harry and Meghan were evicted from Frogmore Cottage 24 hours after Spare. Discover Ken Bruce's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. A replacement for Bruce will be announced shortly with names in the frame including Gary Davies, a presenter with a long history at the BBC, and Rylan, a relative newcomer. DJ to move to commercial rival Greatest Hits Radio with Radio 2 seen recently as ramping up focus on youth. [3] He hosted his mid-morning show on the BBC World Service in the late 1980s. Bruce maintains a bantering relationship with the traffic presenter (Richie Anderson since May 2018, previously Lynn Bowles), whereby the two tease each other and respond to listeners' comments. Before becoming a presenter, Anderson was a reporter for BBC WM during their football segments on matchdays. Particularly working from home, I sympathise with that, because there are lots of people I'm not seeing. Bruce competed against Paddy O'Connell, with John Kennedy O'Connor chairing the quiz. In a statement tweeted to his 150,000 followers, Bruce said: "I will be presenting my last show on Radio 2 next Friday. Ben Cooper, chief content and music officer at Bauer Audio UK which owns Greatest Hits Radio, said: "Ken Bruce is a broadcasting legend, with the biggest radio show in the UK, so as well as today being an exciting announcement for Greatest Hits Radio and its growing audience, it is a hugely significant moment for the industry. This site is part of Newsquest's audited local newspaper network. It was believed that Presley had never visited England and the claim caused considerable controversy. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. You can change your choices at any time by visiting your privacy controls. During his show on 21 April 2008, theatre producer Bill Kenwright told Bruce that Elvis Presley once visited London in 1958 and was taken on a tour of the city by Tommy Steele. ITV Emmerdales Amy Nuttall rumbled husband Andrew Buchan and BBC Better co-star Leila Farzad's romance by lingerie. The radio DJ, who started at the BBC in his early 30s, said he would always be proud of his association with the BBC and Radio 2, but that he wanted to continue his career in a slightly different way in the next few years. Bruce has presented multiple shows on BBC Radio 2. He lives with his third wife Kerith in Oxfordshire. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. [35][36], Bruce has four sons and two daughters. But he has now revealed he will be departing the show in March 2023. For many, this is a major moment - Bruce has been a huge part of people's . He had previously stood in for other presenters during early 2015. As of 14 January 2019, Bruce follows Zoe Ball at 9:30am and is followed by Jeremy Vine at 12 noon. "However, I feel that after 45 years of full-time broadcasting on BBC Radio its time for a change. We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. Ken Bruce is set to leave BBC Radio 2 in March, when his contract expires. Ken Bruce's Professional Life. By clicking Accept all you agree that Yahoo and our partners will process your personal information, and use technologies such as cookies, to display personalised ads and content, for ad and content measurement, audience insights, and product development. Information about your device and internet connection, like your IP address, Browsing and search activity while using Yahoo websites and apps. Read more. The presenter's departure adds to a long list of recent exits from BBC radio, including Paul O'Grady, Steve Wright, Vanessa Feltz and Graham Norton. contact IPSO here, 2001-2023. Find out more, The DJ said 'the time is right' for a move away from the BBC, Steve Wright was replaced by younger DJ Scott Mills, Absurd: private school pupils classed as 'deprived' in diversity drive at Scottish university, Ukraine: The Latest podcast - US and China battle for Central Asia, Spring thaw could give Ukraine a distinct advantage over Putins troops, Britain toxic for satellite launches following absolute disaster of Virgin Orbit mission, No good reason to impose rule of six on children - but ministers did it anyway, English schoolchildren had to wear masks because ministers didn't relish a political row with Nicola Sturgeon. "However, I feel that after 45 years of full-time broadcasting on BBC Radio its time for a change. The Scottish presenter will host his final show next week, after 31 years in the role. . BBC 2014 The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Kenneth Robertson Bruce (born 2 February 1951) is a Scottish broadcaster who is best known for hosting his long-running weekday mid-morning show on BBC Radio 2, since 1992. [citation needed]. Ken Bruce will leave BBC Radio 2 after 31 years of hosting. Bruce has presented BBC Proms in the Park for many years. (PA) (Image: PA) BBC Radio 2 show host Ken Bruce has broken his silence ahead of his final show next week. This 'prize' replaced a CD wallet as of 27 February 2012. Let's enjoy the week ahead! In her previous role as an executive producer, Ms Thomas launched the Chris Evans Breakfast Show, which controversially replaced the programme hosted by Terry Wogan. In December 2008, a crew of fishermen listeners were inadvertently relaying the show to every ship and coastguard station for miles around. He has been part of every significant occasion marked by BBC Radio 2 and we, his faithful audience and the Radio 2 all-star line-up will miss his warm humour and wit. It is important that we continue to promote these adverts as our local businesses need as much support as possible during these challenging times. It previously included other competitions such as Spin It to Win It and Words Don't Come Easily, although these were dropped in 2007 following the phone-in scandal. Do you want to stay up to date of all the news about Entertainment? "I would stress that this is entirely my decision but some new opportunities have come up and I would like to continue my career in a slightly different way in the next few years, the details of which will be revealed shortly. ", Read more: Vernon Kay shares how he was scouted on drunken night out in Birmingham. Let's enjoy the week ahead! Nothing stays the same for ever and I have decided the time is right for me to move on from Radio 2 when I reach the end of my current contract in March, he said, in comments released later by the BBC. The broadcaster started working at the corporation in 1977 as a BBC Radio Scotland presenter. Ken Bruce has suggested he has been forced to leave the BBC earlier than he intended with his final Radio 2 show scheduled for next week rather than at the end of March. The radio legend has shared his thoughts on leaving the BBC early. Ken said "Hospital Radio continues to thrive and I am delighted to take on the role of patron.". The programme runs from 9.30am until 12pm every weekday morning. On 3 March 2008, Bruce took part in Ready, Steady, Cook, broadcast on BBC Two with Lynn Bowles. News Sport Region Music Person Profession. "I would stress that this is entirely my decision but some new opportunities have come up and I would like to continue my career in a slightly different way in the next few years, the details of which will be revealed shortly. Bruce was born and raised in Glasgow. He said: "What better way to celebrate my 45 years in radio than with a new adventure and a brand-new show on Greatest Hits Radio. Bruce will join the Bauer station Greatest Hits Radio in April, where he will present a new mid-morning show in the 10am to 1pm slot. On January 17, 2023, Ken Bruce shocked his adoring Radio 2 audience when he announced he was leaving his mid-morning show. This attracted more than 150 complaints from listeners. . "I will always be very proud of my association with the BBC and Radio 2 in particular and Id like to thank everyone who has helped to make the mid-morning show a success.. Do you have a story for The Sun Showbiz team? BBC broadcasting legend Ken Bruce is leaving Radio 2 after 31 years presenting his weekday mid-morning show. The host of the BBC 's most popular radio show will make his last appearance this week, saying he has been forced out after 31 years. Soon after, while duetting with Steve Wright's 'Ask Elvis' (a.k.a. In 1998, he shared this role with being UK spokesman for that year's contest, reading out the points for the UK telephone vote, taking it over from Colin Berry, who then returned the following year. Bruce will present a show from 10am to 1pm on Greatest Hits Radio, joining presenters including Simon Mayo at Drivetime and Jackie Brambles in the early evening. The TV presenter will take over in May following the announcement last month that Scottish . An earlier consolation prize, a "Space" radio, has been known to appear on eBay, to Bruce's amusement. Bruce also presented shows for Radio Scotland from London. [11] The game returned with new dramatic, orchestral and guitar-based jingles. Bruce competed against Paddy O'Connell with John Kennedy O'Connor chairing the quiz. Bruce also presented shows for BBC Radio Scotland from London. It is a fact that, when a group of 'people' are used to illustrate society, on BBC TV, the appearance of mixed colours, faiths, sexes, disability, etc., etc, can usually be predicted, when in the real world, in the majority (if not all) of the UK, such a group would not be seen together, so it is totally unrepresentative of the real world . He has been part of every significant occasion marked by BBC Radio 2 and we, his faithful audience and the Radio 2 all-star line-up, will miss his warm humour and wit. The veteran DJ is leaving his BBC Radio 2 mid-morning show on March 3 because the corporation pushed to move him on before his contract ends in late March. . Steve Wright was removed from his afternoon show and replaced with Radio 1s Scott Mills, while other presenters have jumped ship. The actress reportedly rumbled Buchan and Farzard after they allegedly became close during the filming of the BBC thriller. The show also includes a daily quiz, PopMaster. Brydon interviewed "Sir Terry Wogan" (impersonated by Peter Serafinowicz), and Bruce himself appeared at the end of the show as his "brother Kenn with two Ns". After various different slots on the show, he is best known for his mid-morning programme, which he has hosted since 1992. In September 2018, Bruce became the patron of Stoke Mandeville Hospital Radio, replacing former mayor of Aylesbury and long-standing patron and co-founder of the station, Freda Roberts MBE JP. Radio 2's Mid Morning Show, Eurovision Song Contest, Radio 2 Live in Hyde Park. His decision is said to have taken BBC bosses by surprise, as they had expected the DJ to remain with Radio 2 until the end of his career. PopMaster has run as a feature of Bruce's show since 16 February 1998. However, it soon emerged the. His first broadcasts were from Scotland when he took over the presentation of Radio 2 Ballroom from Scotland after the death of BBC Radio Scotland announcer/presenter of Scottish Dance Music programmes, David Findlay. Bruce said: "Hospital Radio continues to thrive and I am delighted to take on the role of patron."[43][44]. But he has now revealed he will be departing the show in March 2023. Kenneth Robertson Bruce (born 2 February 1951) is a Scottish broadcaster who is best known for hosting his long-running weekday mid-morning show on BBC Radio 2 from 1986 to 1990, and then again from 1992. The public phone-in PopMaster quiz was suspended after airing on 18 July 2007. This page is best viewed in an up-to-date web browser with style sheets (CSS) enabled. PopMaster returned to Bruce's show in January 2008 with new jingles and a modified selection procedure where listeners had to register first and if successful the production team would call back. He joined Radio 2 in 1983, meaning he has worked at the station for 40 years. His net worth has been growing significantly in 2021-2022. Competitions are usually music-based, with a love song and dedications feature at 10:15am. On Thursday 1 August 2019 it was announced that his show had become the most popular radio programme in the UK, with 8.49m daily listeners, following a fall in the popularity of Zoe Ball's breakfast show. The comedian and impressionist Rob Brydon, who is noted for his mimicry of Bruce, sat in for him on 25 August 2008 and again as an April fool prank in 2011 when Brydon impersonated Bruce throughout.[8]. He then began his first stint on the mid-morning show which lasted until the end of March 1990, when he took over the late show until the end of that year. For other inquiries, Contact Us. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused. Please report any comments that break our rules. Following Wogan's death in 2016, his tenure of the show became the oldest for a presenter still living. He is from United Kingdom. [20][21], As a result of restrictions imposed due to Covid-19, from 23 March 2020 to 31 May 2021, Bruce self-isolated and presented his show from his home. Vernon Kay shares how he was scouted on drunken night out in Birmingham, Stacey Solomon fans warn they 'may unfollow her' after Belle and Rose snap. Lets enjoy the week ahead! ", He added: "Im looking forward to getting started and to you joining me for my very first show. Feltz accused Radio 2 bosses of a merciless chasing of younger audiences and said that their attitude to older presenters and listeners alike was: Youre too old, youre too staid, youre too middle-class, youre too middle-aged.. Bruce became a staff announcer for BBC Radio 4 Scotland and then BBC Radio Scotland in 1978. The broadcaster, 71, said "it's time for a change", announcing the news on Tuesday's show. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. In January 1985, Bruce left Radio Scotland and took over from Terry Wogan on The Radio 2 Breakfast Show, being replaced himself by Derek Jameson in April 1986. We wish Ken all the best for the future.. Ken Bruce first joined the BBC in 1977 as a Radio Scotland presenter. For other inquiries, Contact Us. On April Fools' Day 2011, Bruce's radio show was presented by comedian Rob Brydon impersonating Bruce throughout. His youngest son was born in February 2008. "3 in 10" was not played in the celebrity version and there was no tie-breaker in the event of a draw. Wed 18 May 2022 19.01 EDT 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. Former 'Family Fortunes' host Vernon Kay is set to replace Ken Bruce on BBC Radio 2. Ken began his broadcasting career 45 years ago in 1977 as a BBC Radio Scotland staff presenter. Bruce maintains a bantering relationship with the traffic presenter (Richie Anderson since May 2018, previously Lynn Bowles), whereby the two tease each other and respond to listeners' comments. Bruce became a regular presenter for Radio 2 in . Ken began his broadcasting career in 1977 as a BBC Radio Scotland staff presenter. Bruce was born and raised in Glasgow, Scotland. Since 1988, he has been Radio 2's commentator for the Eurovision Song Contest, having taken over from Ray Moore. On that occasion, the show was presented by Richard Allinson. 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Ken Bruce, who presents the country's most popular show. There have been times in the past when I got a little irritated, when the next bright young thing came in and all the publicity was about them, he said. If you are dissatisfied with the response provided you can Ken isn't sailing off into retirement just yet, instead he's launching a brand new show on Greatest Hits Radio and is taking his beloved PopMaster quiz with him. [26], He occasionally makes appearances in "Dictionary Corner" on Channel 4's Countdown, the most recent stint being during the week of 11 February 2013. Like Comments. 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Ken Bruce will be leaving BBC Radio 2 after 31 years of presenting on the radio station. The 71-year-old has. His wife is Kerith Coldham (m. 2000), Anne Bruce (m. 19901995). Bruces new pay deal is believed to comfortably exceed the 385,000-389,999 he receives from the BBC. Mitch Benn), Bruce recorded a version of the Andy Stewart song "Donald Where's Your Troosers?" for the Bandaged CD to raise money for Children in Need. The shock announcement caught many by surprise and continues the station's big name exodus. I hope people, when they hear the news, will say, Sorry to hear youre going, Ken, but maybe Ill try and find you and follow you wherever it is youre going. He occasionally makes appearances in the "Dictionary Corner" on Channel 4's Countdown, the latest during the week of 11 April 2011. [16], In December 2008, a crew of fishermen listeners were inadvertently relaying the show to every ship and coastguard station for miles around. If the listener fails, they are awarded a Bluetooth speaker (replacing the previous consolation prize of an mp3 player). He appeared in celebrity episodes of The Chase on 4 October 2014 and 12 December 2021. "However I feel that after 45 years of full-time broadcasting on BBC Radio it's time for a change. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Let's enjoy the week ahead! Charles Nove subsequently joined the presentation rota. Editors' Code of Practice. BBC Radio WM turned Radio 2 presenter Richie Anderson has revealed how his forthcoming appearance on Celebrity Mastermind turned his football-mad knees to jelly. Broadcasting legend Ken Bruce announced he would be leaving BBC Radio 2 after 31 years to joining Greatest Hits Radio back in January. So, how much is Ken Bruce worth at the age of 71 years old? 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He has spoken about remote work to the BBC website, saying: "We get a lot more people just asking for a simple hello or a mention for relatives just because they are not seeing them as much as they could. inaccuracy or intrusion, then please BBC Radio 2 presenter Ken Bruce is leaving the broadcaster after 31 years. Veteran radio presenter Ken Bruce has announced he's stepping back from his Radio 2 morning show after 31 years to join commercial station Greatest Hits Radio. Ken began his broadcasting career 45 years ago in 1977 as a BBC Radio Scotland staff presenter. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. He joined Radio 2 in 1983, meaning he has worked at the station for 40 years. Early life and career [ edit] I'm a little surprised and disappointed. Click here to upload yours. Although the programme's playlist is almost exclusively rock, pop and soul from the 1960s onwards, until early 2008 its Radio Data System flag identified it as programme type 12, "M.O.R." 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