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Gemma Jones

Dan Walker issues career announcement after BBC Breakfast absence

Dan Walker has spoken out amid claims that he has left BBC Breakfast.

There has been recent speculation about why the former Strictly Come Dancing star has been missing from our screens, as Jon Kay has been filling in for Dan alongside regular presenter Sally Nugent.

After being absent from the red sofa on Wednesday's show, Dan took to Twitter to clear things up once and for all.

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The former Strictly star wrote: "Just so you know… I haven’t left #BBCBreakfast, I haven’t ‘ taken some time out after Strictly ’ and there hasn’t been a ‘major presenter shake-up'.

"I’m just not in this week."

Ben Thompson, Luxmy Gopal and Katherine Downes have all filled in for Dan during his absence this week, as fans watching at home wondered where their usual presenters were.

But viewers were to relieved to know that Dan was just taking some time off, as they shared their comments on Twitter.

Jason said: "Enjoy some well earned time off too Dan see you go very soon p.s footy focus ain't the same without you no matter how good a job they do"

Lina said: "Thank you for 'breaking your silence', when you return you might 'open up' on how you spent absence"

Jen said: "Breaking news.. Dan Walker is off on holidays (like plenty of other people this week) enjoy your well deserved rest. I'm just glad it's not due to covid and you can enjoy your time off fully"

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