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The Latest Breaking News from Greatest Hits Radio

Ken Bruce criticises BBC for trying to appeal to younger audience

The former Radio 2 presenter, 75, left his mid-morning show on the station in 2023.

Evening Standard

Ken Bruce claims BBC has ‘killed off shows’ for this reason

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The Independent UK

Ken Bruce hits out at BBC for ruining shows by ‘trying to appeal to younger viewers’

Radio veteran left BBC in 2023 to join Greatest Hits Radio

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BBC radio DJ Paul Gambaccini diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease

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The Independent UK

'Uncertain Future': 10 Photos of Paul Gambaccini as BBC Star Reveals Devastating Alzheimer's Diagnosis

Veteran BBC broadcaster Paul Gambaccini has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease but remains committed to his radio career, continuing to present his popular music programmes despite the 'uncertain future.'

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BBC Radio 2 star Paul Gambaccini reveals Alzheimer’s diagnosis: ‘You can’t turn back the clock’

‘The Great Gambo’ has hosted on BBC Radio since 1974

The Independent UK

Paul Gambaccini reveals devastating Alzheimer's diagnosis

The veteran broadcaster has announced he is living with Alzheimer’s disease and says he plans to continue presenting his radio programmes while receiving support from the Alzheimer’s Society.

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Radio and TV broadcaster Paul Gambaccini diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease

The BBC Radio 2 and Greatest Hits Radio presenter 77, has shared a statement confirming his diagnosis.

Evening Standard

Zoe Ball explains decision to join Greatest Hits Radio after leaving BBC Radio 2

Zoe Ball has revealed why she has decided to take a new job at Greatest Hits Radio.

The Independent UK

Zoe Ball set to make radio return in new weekday slot

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The Independent UK

Zoe Ball lands new radio role in major weekday return to airwaves

‘Zoe Ball in the Afternoon’ will air from 1pm to 4pm on weekdays, commencing in September

The Independent UK

Zoe Ball joins Greatest Hits Radio for new afternoon show

The 55-year-old will front the new programme, Zoe Ball In The Afternoon, on weekdays from 1pm-4pm, starting in September.

Evening Standard

Zoe Ball lands major new job at Greatest Hits Radio after Strictly Come Dancing presenting snub

The veteran broadcaster, 55, has signed for BBC Radio 2's biggest commercial rival

Evening Standard

Zoe Ball 'handed radio job at rival station' after missing out on Strictly Come Dancing gig

Zoe Ball has reportedly been lined up for Greatest Hits Radio after failing to land one of the two Strictly hosting jobs

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The Independent UK

Liza Tarbuck quits BBC Radio 2 after 14 years: ‘I want my weekends back’

‘This is terrible news for us,’ fellow Radio 2 host Jo Whiley said after learning news

Evening Standard

Ken Bruce says he no longer listens to his former Radio 2 slot as he reflects on falling audience numbers

The broadcaster signed off from Radio 2 in early 2023 before moving to Greatest Hits Radio, where his mid-morning programme and long-running PopMaster quiz have since become the station’s flagship draw

The Independent UK

Vernon Kay’s predecessor comments on sharp decline in Radio 2 audience

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The Independent UK

Ken Bruce comments on BBC Radio 2 show’s drop in ratings after Vernon Kay takeover

Veteran presenter said he was ‘aware’ that audience figures for his old show had dropped since he quit in 2023

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Queen’s Bohemian Rhapsody voted favourite song of Greatest Hits Radio listeners

It is the seventh year in a row the 1975 track has topped the list of 500 songs.

The Independent UK

Ambassador launches Greatest Hits Radio-themed cruise featuring Ken Bruce’s PopMaster show

Guests can party with top DJs from the channel

The Independent UK

Veteran broadcaster says first reaction to Live Aid was ‘real anger’

The music event, which raised relief funds for the famine in Ethiopia, is celebrating 40 years

Evening Standard

Ex-BBC correspondent in Africa says first reaction to Live Aid was ‘real anger’

The music event, which raised relief funds for the famine in Ethiopia, is celebrating 40 years.

MusicRadar

“They are not powerless in the face of human monstrosity”: Greatest Hits Radio to broadcast 10-hour recreation of Live Aid

It’ll be on the 40th anniversary of the epochal gig

The Guardian - UK

Live Aid concert to be broadcast on radio to mark 40th anniversary

Greatest Hits Radio to air original performances from stars such as Queen and David Bowie in 10-hour show on 13 July

Evening Standard

Greatest Hits Radio to recreate full Live Aid broadcast for 40th anniversary

The 10-hour special will be hosted by Simon Mayo.

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