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The Latest Breaking News from BBC Radio 2

Sara Cox leads tributes to Steve Wright with emotional message on BBC Radio 2

Cox told listeners during her slot on BBC Radio 2 that her fellow DJs were ‘absolutely shattered’.

Evening Standard

Greatest Hits Radio DJ Ken Bruce steals more BBC listeners

Former Radio 2 presenter sees his audience grow to 3.8m, as old station continues to lose listeners

The Guardian - UK

BBC Radio 2 presenter Zoe Ball reveals ADHD diagnosis

People with the condition can seem restless, may have trouble concentrating and may act on impulse

The Independent UK

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Watch The Darkness record a special 20th anniversary performance of their 2003 single Christmas Time (Don't Let the Bells End) with an "angelic" 12-piece choir

To mark the 20th birthday of their festive classic Christmas Time (Don't Let the Bells End) The Darkness have recorded a new version for BBC Radio 2

Louder

Stephen Fry says he feels ‘self conscious’ going out without walking stick

The comedian and presenter told Claudia Winkleman he is doing ‘fine’ following a fall in September

Evening Standard

Claudia Winkleman admits the real reason she’s cutting back her workload, and it’s a growing trend among parents

The Strictly co-host is making a huge change to her workload

GoodToKnow

Michael Ball banned from driving for six months after caught speeding in Porsche

The BBC Radio 2 host has been prosecuted for speeding twice in the space of five months

Evening Standard

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Romesh Ranganathan, the comedian set to replace Claudia Winkleman on BBC Radio 2

How the maths-teacher-turned-comedian became the busiest man in British showbiz

The Independent UK

Claudia Winkleman reveals emotional reason she’s quitting Saturday show on BBC Radio 2

‘Strictly Come Dancing’ host will present her last show in March 2024, with Romesh Ranganathan taking over the time slot the following month

The Independent UK

Claudia Winkleman admits she's never washed her pillows – and honestly, we can relate

Experts warn, however, that the consequences are 'significant'

Ideal Home

Vernon Kay's BBC Radio 2 replacement announced as he goes on hiatus

Kay, who took over from radio veteran Ken Bruce earlier this year, is taking part in the Ultramarathon Challenge

Evening Standard

Take That to perform BBC Radio 2 gig: Here's how to get tickets

Boy band set to release Windows, their ninth album, in November

Evening Standard

BBC Radio 2 show loses 1.3m listeners after Vernon Kay replaces Ken Bruce

Mid-morning programme now heard by 6.9m people as opposed to 8.2m who tuned in before veteran’s departure in March

The Guardian - UK

BBC Radio 2 presenter Tony Blackburn shares pneumonia and sepsis experience: ‘I did not know how sick I was’

Tony Blackburn has opened up about his health scare earlier this year and admitted he “did not realise” at the time just how sick he was.

Evening Standard

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Rylan Clark reveals mum Linda, 71, is back in hospital weeks after suffering ‘bad fall’ on holiday abroad

The BBC Radio 2 DJ’s mum was first hospitalised earlier this month after breaking her arm and leg on holiday

Evening Standard

Russell Brand reminds us that no woman escaped the Noughties unscathed

Brand was operating within the parameters of a time where women and girls were under attack, 24/7, body and soul, says Alexandra Jones

The National (Scotland)

BBC boss says broadcaster will always 'have questions' over Russell Brand departure

BBC director general Tim Davie has said the corporation will always have questions over Russell Brand’s departure from the broadcaster.

The Independent UK

BBC boss on Russell Brand’s Radio 2 exit: ‘We’re always going to have questions’

Tim Davie was the corporation’s director of audio when Brand left his Radio 2 show in 2008 after leaving a ‘lewd’ voicemail for Andrew Sachs.

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The Independent UK

From the Sachsgate scandal to conspiracy controversies: A timeline of Russell Brand’s life and career

From the notorious phone calls to Andrew Sachs to his tumultuous and short-lived marriage to Katy Perry, Brand has been the subject of numerous scandals over the years

The Independent UK

Russell Brand faces allegations of rape and sexual assault at height of fame

The comedian and actor, who denies all allegations, performed a gig in north-west London hours after the claims were published.

The National (Scotland)

Russell Brand accused of rape and sexual assault of four women

Actor and comedian Russell Brand has been accused of rape, sexual assaults and emotional abuse during a seven-year period.

The Independent UK

Dolly Parton shares hilarious reason she turned down tea with Kate Middleton

‘I thought it was very sweet and nice of her to invite me,’ country singer says

Evening Standard

BBC Radio 2’s Tony Blackburn, 80, reveals he was hospitalised with sepsis and pneumonia

When his family gathered around his hospital bedside earlier this year, he realised how unwell he was

The Independent UK

BBC Radio 2’s Tony Blackburn reveals he had sepsis and pneumonia in health update

The ‘Sounds of the 60s’ host took a break from presenting his weekly radio show after he was taken ill in April

The Independent UK

Chris Evans says he is ‘extraordinarily lucky’ after receiving ‘stage zero’ skin cancer diagnosis

The former BBC Radio 2 host said specialists refer to it as ‘stage zero’ or ‘pre-cancer’

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