Dan Walker will say goodbye to BBC Breakfast after six years on Tuesday, May 17. The presenter is leaving the famous red sofa for Channel 5 News after announcing his departure in April 2022.
The 46-year-old will be replacing Sian Williams on the programme after she stepped down from anchoring the show last month. At the time, Dan said: "I'm really excited but this has also been a massive decision for me because I love BBC Breakfast.
"I love working alongside Sally and I love the team there, but Channel 5 came with big ambitions, with big plans, and I don't think opportunities like this come around very often and I can't wait."
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But why is Dan quitting and who is his replacement? Here's all the details as Dan marks his last day.
Who is replacing Dan Walker?
An official replacement for Dan's position hasn't yet been announced but the BBC recently posted an advert for the role. A description of the job read: "BBC Breakfast is seeking a Chief presenter to work with Sally Nugent, Naga Munchetty and Charlie Stayt on the UK's most-watched morning show.
"With 6 million viewers every morning, the flagship Breakfast show combines news, sport, business and entertainment with real life stories. The key role is to inform and entertain viewers with everything they need for the day ahead.
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Why is Dan Walker leaving?
Dan revealed he was leaving BBC Breakfast to move to 5 News and to Channel 5. He added that he will often have the opportunity the work on a range of programmes as well as news.
He said: "I've had the incredible privilege of working on some iconic programmes over the last few years, both at the BBC and elsewhere, and what I love about this deal is I not only get to present the news but also host a whole range of programmes right across the channel."
He continued: "And what an honour to step into the shoes of Sian Williams, I know how popular she is with both the team and also the audience. All I can say is I will do my very best to maintain her incredibly high standards."
How long has Dan Walker been on BBC Breakfast?
Dan joined the sofa in 2016 where he presented alongside long-standing host Louise Minchin. He currently co-hosts the show with Sally Nugent who replaced Louise when she stepped down after 20 years in September 2021.
Speaking about his departure with Sally during a recent instalment of BBC Breakfast, Dan explained the decision to leave was both a big one and "quite a sad one". Although he has admitted he was looking forward to fewer early wake-up calls.
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