Steve Wright

The presenter will also host special programmes across the Christmas period, and said he had been 'lucky enough' to be offered other work in TV, live hosting ...

‘I am taking a break from daytime radio and will continue at Radio 2. [Why and when are Scott Mills and Steve Wright leaving their BBC Radio 1 and Radio 2 shows?](https://metro.co.uk/2022/07/02/why-are-scott-mills-and-steve-wright-leaving-their-bbc-radio-1-and-radio-2-shows-everything-we-know-16931638/?ico=more_text_links) [Scott Mills confirms BBC Radio 1 exit after 24 years, replaces Steve Wright on Radio 2: ‘Onwards and upwards’](https://metro.co.uk/2022/07/01/bbc-radio-2-star-steve-wright-confirms-exit-after-23-years-on-air-16928776/?ico=more_text_links) I repeat, I am NOT retiring!!! I’m grateful that this show has endured for so long.’ I’m not retiring!!!

Dermot explained: "It's in honour of legendary radio DJ Steve Wright, at the end of every Friday show has this famous Serious Jockin' with no 'g' segment." ...

They also commented that the hosts were talking about Steve Wright like he "has died". @HarteElisabeth added: "From the build up I actually expected them to be interviewing Steve Wright #thismorning." @IckieBickie commented: "This interview about Steve Wright is so odd, it’s like he’s died. Wright said: “The great news is onwards and upwards. If you're on Facebook, you can find our dedicated social media group on all things celeb [here](https://www.facebook.com/groups/393445517839575) Although he’s leaving his regular slot, the popular presenter will be continuing to work for the BBC on various projects. [This Morning](https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/all-about/this-morning) made a big change this morning as it dropped the 'g' from its name in tribute to radio legend Steve Wright. #ThisMorning." #weird #ThisMorning." @collins80105291 echoed: "This is like a #SteveWright obituary. [Alison](https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/all-about/alison-hammond) added: "After more than two decades on air Steve will present his final weekday show on Radio 2." Alison Hammond and Dermot O'Leary were back to host the show on Friday morning and announced the [ITV](https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/all-about/itv) show would be called This Mornin' for one day only.

Steve Wright has insisted that he is “not retiring” even though he is leaving his Radio 2 daytime show. The veteran radio host is stepping down from Steve Wright In The Afternoon after 23 years as part of the station's schedule shake-up, with the final ...

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Earlier this year, the veteran DJ, 68, revealed that his show – Steve Wright in the Afternoon – had been axed in what was believed to be part of BBC moves to ...

He said in a statement at the time: 'Obviously I'm sad to be stepping away from my Radio 2 show. She said: 'I'm over the moon to be given my very own BBC Radio 2 programme. As he exited Wogan House in July, donning a purple shirt, red striped tie and suit jacket, Wright told reporters it was 'nice of you to come over', adding: 'That's the way it goes... One commented that the BBC was 'making a lot of mistakes' by changing up the scheduling. Out with the old...? Older DJs have stepped back, including Steve Wright, Graham Norton and Simon Mayo. Scott Mills is stepping down from his Radio 1 weekday afternoon slot in order to succeed radio legend Steve Wright as the host of his programme. Craig Charles' Radio 2 show on a Saturday night was axed as part of a major shake up of the BBC channel, sparking uproar from fans. Blackburn criticised the 'wacky' decision on Twitter, and fans of the show flocked to support the former Radio 1 DJ. Meanwhile in June, 79-year-old DJ Tony Blackburn attacked the BBC for its 'strange' decision to move his Radio 2 show, appearing to blame the decision on ageism, saying in a post on social media 'there's a lot of it about'. He added that he would also be presenting a special programme on Radio 2 on National Album Day and will be returning to the network to present a number of festival specials over Christmas. After joining the BBC in 1998, Mills, 49, presented the BBC Radio 1 breakfast show until 2004 after which he moved to a weekend afternoon slot for six months.

Steve Wright, presenter of the afternoon programme on BBC Radio 2, is getting ready to say a tearful goodbye to his audience today as his 23-year run.

On Twitter, Blackburn criticized the “wacky” choice, and program viewers hastened to defend the former Radio 1 DJ. It happens as the “old guard” Radio 2 presenters are leaving in droves. on Fridays. According to a source within the industry, “a lot of dissatisfied DJs are now as a consequence.” Meanwhile DJ Tony Blackburn, 79, seemed to blame ageism for the BBC’s “weird” decision to shift his Radio 2 program in June, claiming in a post on social media that “there’s a lot of it around.” He also hosts Steve Wright’s Sunday Love Songs.

The veteran host has presented Steve Wright In the Afternoon since 1999.

“From listening when it was me on the school run as a kid, to listening now when it’s me doing the school run for the Mason nippers: Steve Wright’s always been there. “Steve was always so supportive and encouraging and just plain fun to be with. It was such a great show to be on as a comedian. The show theme. And getting invited onto the show. The jingles. “Also really aware there are more things to think about than a radio show ending so I don’t want to be too self-indulgent. I don’t want to be in bits but I might.” “We’d listen on the school bus. “Thank you if you’ve ever seen your way to listening to us over 23 years at any time. A gent. Making the day better.

Final 'Steve Wright in the Afternoon' airs on Friday.

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BBC Radio 2 host Steve Wright said there is 'no tension, just fun, celebration and thanks' when he kicked off his final afternoon show as it comes to an end ...

He said in a statement at the time: 'Obviously I'm sad to be stepping away from my Radio 2 show. She said: 'I'm over the moon to be given my very own BBC Radio 2 programme. As he exited Wogan House in July, donning a purple shirt, red striped tie and suit jacket, Wright told reporters it was 'nice of you to come over', adding: 'That's the way it goes... One commented that the BBC was 'making a lot of mistakes' by changing up the scheduling. 'We tried to make the show unique and just be good company. It was such a great show to be on as a comedian. Out with the old...? 'Steve was always so supportive and encouraging and just plain fun to be with. Older DJs have stepped back, including Steve Wright, Graham Norton and Simon Mayo. Wright told his loyal fans: 'I am going to try and do my normal bits because I don't want to go to pieces. Pictured when he first began Radio 1 in 1980 Another added: 'weekdays afternoons will never be the same again (serious leavin) no g!

After playing How Bizarre by OMC, Wright added: "No tension here, just fun, celebration and thanks to you. I am going to try and do my normal bits because I don ...

"From listening when it was me on the school run as a kid, to listening now when it's me doing the school run for the Mason nippers: Steve Wright's always been there. Thank you Steve and thank you @radiostimsmith too." Broadcaster Wright, who announced the news live on his show in July that he "can't hold the slot forever", has since stressed he is not retiring. Comedian Sue Perkins also tweeted: "Bon voyage to broadcasting legend Steve Wright on @BBCRadio2. Comedian Matt Lucas wrote: "Goodbye Steve Wright In The Afternoon. It was such a great show to be on as a comedian. TV presenter Richard Osman was among the celebrities paying tribute to Wright on Twitter: "Will be listening to Steve Wright's final Radio 2 afternoon show today. "Also really aware there are more things to think about than a radio show ending so I don't want to be too self-indulgent. Steve Wright is presenting his last BBC Radio 2 afternoon show, saying "no tension here, just fun, celebration and thanks to you" as he bids farewell after 23 years. I don't want to be in bits but I might." "Thank you if you've ever seen your way to listening to us over 23 years at any time. I am going to try and do my normal bits because I don't want to go to pieces.

The broadcaster is stepping down from his long-held show amid a transitional period for BBC Radio 2.

I am taking a break from daytime radio and will continue at Radio 2.” I don’t want to be in bits but I might.” “I repeat, I am NOT retiring!!! I’m not retiring!!!” he explained. Steve later added: “Thank you if you’ve ever seen your way to listening to us over 23 years at any time. [amid the recent departures of a number of other Radio 2 staples](https://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/paul-ogrady-radio-2-show-rob-beckett_uk_62f9e4ade4b095e788819994) including [Paul O’Grady](https://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/news/paul-ogrady/), [Vanessa Feltz](https://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/news/vanessa-feltz/) and [Craig Charles](https://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/news/craig-charles/).

BBC Radio DJ Steve Wright opened his final show after announcing his decision to leave his BBC Radio 2 show after 23 years on the station.

If you've listened at any time over the past 23 years, me and the team don't really quite know how to thank you enough. "Also really aware there are more things to think about than a radio show ending so I don’t want to be too self-indulgent. I’ll be going a tad digital with a podcast, Serious Jockin’ will still be there on BBC Sounds, and Steve Wright’s Sunday Love Songs continues on Radio 2 every weekend." He said: "Personally I want to say thank you to you for your appreciation, you dearest listeners smashing and loyal, for all of the reaction, all the nice words. I don't want to be in bits." He will continue to present Sunday Love Songs on BBC Radio Two and his Serious Jockin’ podcast will launch on November 4 on BBC Sounds.

RADIO 2 fans were in tears today as legend Steve Wright broadcast his last ever weekday afternoon show after 23 years.The radio icon, 68, bid farewell.

Steve is a complete legend and I will miss him and The Big Show deeply." One tweeted: "I'm doing a pile of ironing listing to the legend Steve Wright with tears in my eyes,the last show. A second added: "Opening jingle of Steve Wright's last afternoon show. You know, whatever, for a while." This is just so wrong." Steve added: "I'm also really aware there are more things to think about than a radio show ending so I don't want to be too self indulgent. [Sara Cox](https://www.thesun.co.uk/tvandshowbiz/19584488/sara-cox-renews-wedding-vows-bestival/)'s drivetime show is also being extended and will begin an hour earlier at 4pm, taking the last hour of Steve's former slot. "[We] tried on this programme to bring just a little bit of light relief, a good genuine atmosphere, uplifting tunes, good conversation, a little bit of satire. And that's ok, I understand that. I really understand that." "Thank you if you've ever seen your way to listening to us over 23 years at any time," he continued.. We tried to make the show unique and just be good company.

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“From listening when it was me on the school run as a kid, to listening now when it’s me doing the school run for the Mason nippers: Steve Wright’s always been there. “Steve was always so supportive and encouraging and just plain fun to be with. It was such a great show to be on as a comedian. The show theme. And getting invited onto the show. The jingles. “Also really aware there are more things to think about than a radio show ending so I don’t want to be too self-indulgent. I don’t want to be in bits but I might.” “We’d listen on the school bus. “Thank you if you’ve ever seen your way to listening to us over 23 years at any time. A gent. Making the day better.

North East radio presenter Paul 'Goffy' Gough has heaped praise on a legendary BBC Radio presenter who is about to exit his daily radio show.

Steve said: “Now, I’ve been doing this programme for 24 years at Radio 2, and so how can I possibly complain? “His fans will miss him massively as he has been a constant in an ever changing world that has seen us share major life issues together recently. “During my 30 years of working in radio it is amazing how many have been inspired by listening to him. I remember when I was first getting the bug for being on the radio, Steve Wright was the real must-listen (he still is). Steve Wright explained earlier in the summer that he was leaving the show as his ‘friend and boss’ Helen Thomas, who is the Head of Radio 2, wanted to do something different in the afternoons. Goffy said: “Steve Wright is one of the greatest radio presenters of his generation.

The 68-year-old presenter announced in July that he'd be bidding farewell to “The Big Show” as part of a shake-up to the station's schedule. On Friday's final ...

“Obviously I won’t be quite as busy during weekdays, and will take the opportunity to have some lunch and do some of the other work I’m lucky enough to be offered – TV, live hosting and gigs. There is no truth in the rumour I’m planning to open my own artisan bakery, and I’ve turned down twice the chance to open my own nail bar. “I am taking a break from daytime radio and will continue at Radio 2. “Please do listen to Scott Mills and Sara Cox when they take over afternoons. “Over the years, I’ve tried to evolve the programme – always updating and reinventing while hopefully keeping it topical, relatable and fun. I personally would like to say what a privilege it’s been bringing you great choons, conversation, information, entertainment, high humour and of course great guests. Former Radio 2 host Simon Mayo tweeted: “So farewell Steve Wright in the Afternoon. The BBC’s John Simpson tweeted: “Really sad to think that the great Steve Wright is leaving his @BBCRadio2 slot this afternoon. “Also really aware there are more things to think about than a radio show ending so I don’t want to be too self-indulgent. He’s been entertaining me for nearly 40 years (no, not non-stop) and I’m looking forward to seeing where he goes next. I don’t want to be in bits but I might.” “Thank you if you’ve ever seen your way to listening to us over 23 years at any time.

DJ, whose last track on his 'big show' was Queen's Radio Ga Ga, will continue to broadcast on the BBC.

The BBC’s world affairs editor, John Simpson, tweeted: “Really sad to think that the great Steve Wright is leaving his @BBCRadio2 slot this afternoon. Wright recalled that Moir had told him: “Whatever you do, Wrighty, don’t frighten the horses.” “Most of all, I want to say thank you to you for listening from the bottom of my heart. If you’ve listened any time over the past 23 years, me and the team don’t really quite know how to thank you enough. A gent. He stressed that he was not retiring, and will keep his Sunday morning show.

The veteran host has presented Steve Wright In The Afternoon since 1999.

“From listening when it was me on the school run as a kid, to listening now when it’s me doing the school run for the Mason nippers: Steve Wright’s always been there. “Steve was always so supportive and encouraging and just plain fun to be with. It was such a great show to be on as a comedian. The show theme. And getting invited onto the show. The jingles. “Also really aware there are more things to think about than a radio show ending so I don’t want to be too self-indulgent. I don’t want to be in bits but I might.” “We’d listen on the school bus. “Thank you if you’ve ever seen your way to listening to us over 23 years at any time. A gent. Making the day better.

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As one of the most popular voices on the channel, BBC Radio 2 viewers were shocked to hear that Steve was leaving his show. Steve will continue to present the Sunday Love Songs show on the channel. The show will launch on 4 November. In a statement on the BBC Radio 2 website, Steve said: “Please do listen to Scott Mills and Sara Cox when they take over afternoons. Steve revealed that the head of the channel, Helen Thomas, told him that they wanted to do “something different” with the timeslot”. Steve Wright signed off from his show for the final time on Friday 30 September.

TV presenter Richard Osman was among the celebrities paying tribute to Wright on Twitter: “Will be listening to Steve Wright's final Radio 2 afternoon show ...

“From listening when it was me on the school run as a kid, to listening now when it’s me doing the school run for the Mason nippers: Steve Wright’s always been there. “Steve was always so supportive and encouraging and just plain fun to be with. It was such a great show to be on as a comedian. The show theme. And getting invited onto the show. The jingles. “Also really aware there are more things to think about than a radio show ending so I don’t want to be too self-indulgent. I don’t want to be in bits but I might.” “We’d listen on the school bus. “Thank you if you’ve ever seen your way to listening to us over 23 years at any time. A gent. Making the day better.

S. teve Wright has signed off from his last BBC Radio 2 afternoon show with Queen's Radio Ga Ga, as he bid farewell after 23 years. The 68-year-old broadcaster, ...

“From listening when it was me on the school run as a kid, to listening now when it’s me doing the school run for the Mason nippers: Steve Wright’s always been there. “Steve was always so supportive and encouraging and just plain fun to be with. The show theme. The jingles. And getting invited onto the show. It was such a great show to be on as a comedian. I don’t want to be in bits but I might.” “We’d listen on the school bus. “Thank you if you’ve ever seen your way to listening to us over 23 years at any time. A gent. Making the day better. Wright also gave a shout-out to “legendary TV man and former controller of BBC Radio 2” Jim Moir who “gave me the gig on Radio 2 and let me get on with it, with the phrase, whatever you do Wrighty, don’t frighten the horses.”