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Dan Walker quits BBC Breakfast to move to Channel 5 as announcement shocks fans

Dan Walker has shocked loyal viewers of BBC Breakfast, with the news that he is quitting the show to move to Channel 5, just months after long standing co-host Louise Minchin left.

On Louise's last day, Dan made an emotional speech to her, in which he said the probably 'would never be the same,' without her, adding he didn't know how he'd cope without her. And now Dan has confirmed that he will soon make an exit for his new job.

Channel 5 broke the news on social media, writing: "Some news to share with you all from us at @5_News @mrdanwalker will be bringing you the news at 5pm every day from now on." The statement was accompanied by a video which Dan said: "I'm really excited but this has also been a massive decision for me as I love BBC Breakfast, I love working alongside Sally (Nugent) and I love the team there.

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