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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Lauren Morris

Naga Munchetty quits BBC Breakfast after 17 years and announces new career move

  • Naga Munchetty is set to leave BBC Breakfast in January 2027 after 17 years as a presenter.
  • She will move to BBC Radio 5 Live to host its flagship morning programme.
  • Munchetty expressed her excitement for the new role, emphasising her passion for live news and audience engagement.
  • The announcement follows news that current BBC Radio 5 Live Breakfast hosts Rachel Burden and Rick Edwards will step down in December.
  • Burden will transition to presenting the weekday mid-morning programme, while Edwards will continue with 'Fighting Talk'.

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