Popular morning radio host makes surprise exit from BBC's biggest breakfast show
Long-time BBC radio personality announces unexpected departure from her early-morning slot after six years behind the mic. The well-known host plans to spend more time with family while staying connected to Radio 2
Zoe Ball revealed her plans to leave her morning radio spot on BBC Radio 2 which shes been hosting since early 2019. The well-known broadcaster whose last show will air Dec 20th‚ wants to swap early wake-up calls for family time
Iʼve decided itʼs time to step away from the early alarm call and start a new chapter
The 53-year old presenter (who made history as BBCs first-ever female breakfast show host on Radio 1 back in late 90s) shared her future plans with listeners. Her radio career includes several note-worthy achievements:
- Co-hosting Live & Kicking with Jamie Theakston in mid-90s
- Breaking ground as Radio 1s first female breakfast host
- Leading Radio 2s most-listened morning program
“Its been such a privilege“ says Ball who isnt fully leaving BBC - shell continue working with Radio 2 in different ways starting next year. The morning-show veteran wants to experience regular mom-life activities like school runs instead of pre-dawn wake-ups
Helen Thomas Radio 2s head praised Balls contribution saying the host brought wit and warmth to listeners lives every morning. Besides radio work Ball has been busy with other projects including: Strictly Come Dancing - Its Takes Two and Mamma Mia! I Have A Dream. The stations management will name her replacement today
