Sally Nugent has been announced as the new regular presenter on BBC Breakfast, taking over from Louise Minchin.
She said: “I’m absolutely thrilled to become the new presenter of BBC Breakfast and bring the nation the latest news, top entertainment guests and stories that matter every week. It’s an honour to take the reins from Louise and be part of the UK’s most-watched breakfast show.”
Minchin left in September after first appearing on the broadcaster’s flagship morning show in 2001.
Following news she will be joining Dan Walker on BBC Breakfast permanently, Nugent tweeted: “Delighted to confirm I’m joining
@mrdanwalker permanently as co-presenter of @BBCBreakfast. Working with the best team in the business.”
BBC Breakfast’s Dan Walker hailed his new co-presenter, Sally Nugent, as a “brilliant presenter” and “great friend” as it was announced she will join him on the show.
He tweeted: “I am so happy for @sallynugent. She is a brilliant presenter, massively popular with the team, an excellent journalist and a great friend.
"Hopefully we’ll have many happy years on the #BBCBreakfast sofa together. Oh… and she’s coming to #Strictly this weekend”.
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