Zoe Ball has apologised to fans after leaving midway through her Radio 2 breakfast show. The broadcaster sparked concern after her unexpected absence on Monday morning, April 4.
After pulling out of her show she was replaced by travel reporter Richie Anderson who explained that Zoe was unwell. The 51-year-old was running late for her 6.30am start due to having a flat tyre, with Richie covering until she took back the reins at around 6.50am, Manchester Evening News reports.
But Richie took back over at 7.30am and he explained: "I'm Richie Anderson and I'm in because Zoe's not feeling too well unfortunately. So she's had to go home which means you're stuck with me. We are sending Zo loads of love."
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After pulling out of her show she was replaced by travel reporter Richie Anderson who explained that Zoe was unwell. The 51-year-old was running late for her 6.30am start due to having a flat tyre, with Richie covering until she took back the reins at around 6.50am.
But Richie took back over at 7.30am and he explained: "I'm Richie Anderson and I'm in because Zoe's not feeling too well unfortunately. So she's had to go home which means you're stuck with me. We are sending Zo loads of love."
Zoe reassured worried fans that she was OK and confirmed that she would be back on Tuesday. "I'm ok. Thanks for the lovely messages," she said. "Big thanks to Richie and Ken for stepping in. Will be back tomorrow xx"
Messages of support came flooding in and Radio 2's official Twitter replied with a love heart. And fans told Zoe they were relieved to hear she was okay.
@SmithyCross tweeted: "Must have shocked you big time. Poor thing. The boys did well in your absence. "Just worried for your well-being. Glad you messaged to say you’re ok now."
@MartinCox0155 wrote: "Thank you for updating us. I was seriously worried about you. Hope you have time to fully wind down from the earlier stress. Take care."
@karenbo84123119 told her: "Happened to me on my way to work a few months ago. I continued to work but later that day had a melt down. It’s really scary isn’t it! Glad you’re ok."
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