Let's enjoy the week ahead!'. The comedian, 66, who used to perform as drag queen Lily Savage, has taken to social media and addressed the . In July last year, Vanessa Feltz decided to turn her early alarm off for good and quit quit BBC Radio 2 and BBC Radio London. (ITV/Getty/BBC) BBC Radio 2 has been undergoing somewhat of a facelift over the last few years. Whether your football team lost, your plans got cancelled, or you burnt your roast dinner, we will put a smile on your face and if youre already smiling, then expect a full Cheshire Cat grin., Paul O'Grady's BBC Radio 2 show taken off air until May 2022. O'Grady and Beckett had been swapping over every 13 weeks in the slot, after a shake-up to the station's schedule. its first come first served, #NotTheSameWithoutYOU pic.twitter.com/FUfKJWKYJN, #TeamPOGradio is back (@malprin) November 21, 2022. Tweets. 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. For tickets see here. One furious fan tweeted: Whose idea is it to replace @PaulOGradyShow with @robbeckettcomic even for 13 weeks? "I just . All rights reserved. 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. Helen Thomas, head of Radio 2, wished him luck for the future and said she was "sorry to see him go". Celeb obsessed? "Radio 2 was always for an older audience," the For The Love of Dogs star continued sorrowfully to the Metro. 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. We wish Ken all the best for the future.. What I think is happening is that we are passing through a period of turbulence. At around the same time, veteran broadcaster Ken Bruce, 72, also left the station to transfer to Greatest Hits Radio, sparking an "ageism" row. Paul O'Grady is leaving BBC Radio 2, saying it was "the right time to go". They added that the age range "hasn't changed in decades" and that Ken Bruce had been with them since the age of 32. 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. Vernon Kay has been announced as Bruces replacement, and will join fellow DJs Zoe Ball, Dermot OLeary, Rylan and Steve Wright. BBC Radio 2, Paul OGrady lamented this week, is not what it once was. Theres a new regime now, I do 13 weeks on and then 13 off which is nothing to do with me as its a management decision. 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 Ticket includes the latest edition of Eddie Albert & The Amazing Animal Gang - The Curse of the Smugglers' Treasure (Out Now) @HarperCollinsCh. He attended Christian Brothers School and, after his graduation, worked as a clerk in a magistrate's court. But this week it was . 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. So no, Paul OGrady, Radio 2 isnt what it was, but nothing can stay the same for ever. Sex and the City icon Kim Cattrall responded to Pauls post to say: Rest well alongside a lipstick kiss emoji. What's the least amount of exercise we can get away with? This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Radio 2 fans have accused the BBC of ageism after Paul O'Grady quit the station today. Paul OGrady reflects on another birthday, Paul OGrady recalls Malcolms movie career. 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. When I was in a hotel room, Id put a shower cap over the fire alarm and make myself breakfast. In my version shes a bit raggy. , updated Advertisement. We wish Paul the very best of luck and hope to work with him again in the future., Paul OGrady: Im not worried about sex, money or fame I just want a mongoose, Sign up to First Edition, our free daily newsletter every weekday morning at 7am BST, Original reporting and incisive analysis, direct from the Guardian every morning, Paul O'Grady: I feel that now is the right time to go., KenBruces Radio 2 departure handled badly, says Simon Mayo, KenBruce says BBC has hastened his Radio 2 exit, Vernon Kay confirmed as new host of Ken Bruces BBC Radio 2 slot, Its like signing Messi: Ken Bruces move a coup for Greatest Hits Radio, KenBruce to leave BBC for new radio show, BBClocal radio stations face big cuts to content made for their area, Radio presenter Tim Gough dies during breakfast show, Michael Gove lined up to become presenter on News UKs Times Radio, Steve Wright signs off from Radio 2 afternoon show after 23 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]. Elsewhere on radio, Jane Garvey, Fi Glover . Paul James O'Grady was born on 14 June 1955 in Birkenhead, England. Will you be tuning into Paul O Gradys show on Christmas Day? 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. Videos Tagged. Pauls radio producer Malcolm announced the news today, writing on Twitter: Pauls taking #TeamPOGradio to @BoomRadioUK for the annual Christmas show!, Alongside a picture of Paul, the caption continued: Its a one-off special and, if youd like a shoutout, for your friends or family, email now.. Simon was the first of the big names to walk away from Radio 2 after 17 years at the station. 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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. During that time he met a woman named Diane Jansen with whom he had a brief affair. Alternative Sounds of the 90s with Dermot O'Leary. 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. However, relations between Ken and the radio station appeared to have soured in recent weeks, with the legend announcing that he had been forced to cut his contract short by the BBC. Jamie Phillips O'Grady has hosted his current show for 13 years . He added that it was time to "hang up his headphones" and "run free". Care worker for Camden, the Vauxhall Tavern's drag-show compere and now Cupid on Blind Date, Paul O'Grady discusses love, loss and loathing the Tories Paul O'Grady fans are over the moon as the much-loved star has revealed his next career venture following his infamous BBC Radio exit. 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 . Joined December 2011. Paul O'Grady. 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. Olga often used to visit Radio 2 to see what Paul was doing; she was seldom impressed. BBC bosses have cancelled long-running shows . 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. You can unsubscribe at any time. Paul O'Grady and Steve Wright. Radio 2 was always for an older audience.'. The TV and radio host lamented that he was . Its a Cinderella story. 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. Paul O'Grady QUITS his Radio 2 show after 14 years in latest BBC shake-up. What is their net worth? There are currently no available episodes, Paul shares another recipe. Jamie Phillips 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. O'Grady has hosted his current show for 13 years . Her and one of my other dogs, Nancy, have a bit of rivalry theyll fight over balls and growl at each other, but next thing theyre sleeping together. Although Paul has joked that he has repeatedly asked ITV whether they really want him back for another series, it looks like keen fans certainly haven't seen the last of him yet. "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.'. I was, because Im a great believer in continuity. To get the latest news from the capital visit Metro.co.uk's visitMetro's London news hub. Read about our approach to external linking. I havent got one. The 67-year-old has been at the station for 14 years and has hosted the Sunday afternoon slot since 2009. Youll get a dog coming in thats in a terrible state and terrified of its own shadow. Theyve already asked me! @malprin. 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. 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. No longer self isolating but still cautious. #POGDOGS. Other casualties include some of our most beloved presenters, including Vanessa Feltz, Graham Norton and Simon Mayo who have all left their shows for other stations and now, we bid farewell to Ken Bruce, his wonderful weekday midmorning show and his dulcet Scottish tones. Paul O'Grady has criticised Radio 2, saying 'it's not what it was' after Ken Bruce quit his primetime show. So what do you think of this story? I am absolutely over the moon, I really am.'. He had hosted the 5pm-7pm drivetime slot solo for nine years before Jo Whiley was drafted in to be his co-host in 2018. Following his departure from Radio 2, the much-loved presenter has revealed that he is not only working on a second series of the NTA nominated series For the Love of Dogs but also the release of a second childrens book. Join Paul and the Dogs at. Besides Sausage and his other dogs, Paul also keeps pigs, chickens, sheep, goats and fluffy alpacas, meaning there's never a quiet moment on the farm. The TV star described his show as a "Cinderella story" during which animals who were previously "scared of their own shadow" can be seen regaining confidence and happiness after being matched to the right loving families. Previously: Graham Norton/Alan Carr & Melanie Sykes/Elaine Paige/TheVictoriaWoodSongbook. 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. Calmer skies are ahead. Paul O'Grady is set to play Miss Hannigan in Annie (Picture: Rex/Metro) TV host Paul O'Grady, 67, . 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. The 67-year-old icon left Radio 2 in . This came after Paul bid farewell to his 14 year stint on Radio 2 in August . 5th Oct 2022, 7:11am - 2 min read. The For The Love Of Dogs star, 66, has been a familiar voice on the radio slot . Show More Posts from paulogrady. The real story here is that commercial radio is having a moment and good for them. READ NOW: EastEnders star Charlie Brooks loses battle with neighbours. Of course, theyd smell it down the corridor and the manager would be up saying, Are you cooking in the room?. Paul O'Grady leaves Sunday Radio 2 show after 14 years. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. 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. The For the Love of Dogs host announced the news last week, saying he feels that . I was in panto and I went for a drink afterwards with the producer. Many other shows have also been moved on the station's schedule. 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.. he chuckled, before adding that he also used the time to pen a children's book and learnt to play the ukelele.