Zoe Ball lost BBC Radio 2 gig because she was 'over 50', dad Johnny claims Presenter accuses broadcaster of ageism as he says stars were ‘gone’ from the BBC after they turned 50 Evening Standard · Oct 26
Strictly’s Will Best: ‘Reserve judgement until you’ve seen the new show’ TV: The presenter, who’s one of 15 celebrities competing on this year’s ‘Strictly’, chats to Rachel McGrath about his jam-packed schedule, the reason he’s nervous to send messages in the show’s WhatsApp group and why he will certainly be crying on national television in the coming weeks The Independent UK · Sep 18
Liza Tarbuck offers warning for BBC following Radio 2 exit: ‘You can’t live off reputation forever’ Presenter, who departed the station earlier this year, said that ‘the talent leaving Radio 2 tells its own story’ The Independent UK · Sep 13
Zoe Ball returns to radio with a brand new show: ‘Excitement levels are peaking’ Popular radio presenter said she was thrilled to be working at the same station as her former BBC colleague, Ken Bruce The Independent UK · Sep 7
Zoe Ball launches her first show on Greatest Hits Radio In June this year it was announced that Ball, 55, would front the station’s new programme, Zoe Ball In The Afternoon, on weekdays from 1pm-4pm. Evening Standard · Sep 7
Ken Bruce says BBC ruins shows 'all the time' by chasing 'younger viewers' The Greatest Hits Radio presenter took aim at his former employer of over four decades Evening Standard · Jul 16
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 · Jul 15
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 The Independent UK · Jul 15
'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.' International Business Times UK · Jul 10
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 · Jul 10
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. BANG Premier · Jul 10
Evening Standard · Jul 9 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.
The Independent UK · Jul 1 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 · Jun 30 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
Evening Standard · Jun 30 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 · Jun 30 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 · Jun 6 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
The Independent UK · Mar 12 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 · Nov 24, 2025 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 · Nov 24, 2025 Vernon Kay’s predecessor comments on sharp decline in Radio 2 audience IN FULL
The Independent UK · Nov 24, 2025 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