Get the latest gossip

Fans divided over Zoe Ball's replacement: Listeners congratulate Scott Mills for taking over BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show... but some say they'll be switching off


The 53-year-old announced on BBC Radio 2 this morning that she has decided to step down but will remain on the station.

BBC presenter Zoe Ball has announced she is stepping down from hosting the Radio 2 breakfast show after six years in December - to be replaced by her 'bestie' Scott Mills. 'Huge thanks go to my awesome team on the show, Tina, Mike and Richie, and of course our listeners, with whom I've shared some of life's highs and lows, the good, the bad and the daft times.' In an official statement, she said: 'After six incredible years on the Radio 2 Breakfast Show, it's time for me to step away from the very early mornings and focus on family.

Get the Android app

Or read this on Daily Mail

Read more on:

Photo of Scott Mills

Scott Mills

Photo of Zoe Ball

Zoe Ball

Related news:

News photo

Zoe Ball quits BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show after six years as she issues statement

News photo

Zoe Ball's famous dad Johnny revealed how family support star - before she quit Radio 2 role

News photo

Zoe Ball channels Julia Roberts as she shares her favourite Halloween looks after returning to Radio 2 following a mysterious six week absence