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Comedy Legend Jimmy Cricket Dies Aged 80 as Family Pays Heartbreaking Tribute to 'And There's More' Star

Jimmy Cricket, famed for his clean comedy and iconic catchphrases, has died at 80. Known for his family-friendly humour, he continued to entertain even in his final days.

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Sam Smith wanted to reference mum's 'protection' in new song

The non-binary singer said in an interview with Sara Cox on BBC Radio 2 that they have a “very strong, beautiful relationship with my mother” Kate Cassidy, and wanted to reflect that in the new tune.

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Jo Whiley shares heartbreaking tribute after death of ‘lovely’ father

The 61-year-old broadcaster previously revealed on her Dig It podcast that her father had been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease

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Vernon Kay's three-word verdict on Chris Packham amid Jeremy Clarkson row

The BBC Radio 2 presenter was full of praise for Packham while discussing the conservationist's new BBC Two series, Evolution

Evening Standard

BBC radio DJ Paul Gambaccini diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease

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The Independent UK

'Uncertain Future': 10 Photos of Paul Gambaccini as BBC Star Reveals Devastating Alzheimer's Diagnosis

Veteran BBC broadcaster Paul Gambaccini has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease but remains committed to his radio career, continuing to present his popular music programmes despite the 'uncertain future.'

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BBC Radio 2 star Paul Gambaccini reveals Alzheimer’s diagnosis: ‘You can’t turn back the clock’

‘The Great Gambo’ has hosted on BBC Radio since 1974

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Paul Gambaccini reveals devastating Alzheimer's diagnosis

The veteran broadcaster has announced he is living with Alzheimer’s disease and says he plans to continue presenting his radio programmes while receiving support from the Alzheimer’s Society.

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Radio and TV broadcaster Paul Gambaccini diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease

The BBC Radio 2 and Greatest Hits Radio presenter 77, has shared a statement confirming his diagnosis.

Evening Standard

Sara Cox leaves Radio 2 listeners 'sobbing' with emotional message for Hollywood A-list guest

Cox welcomed Hollywood royalty into the Radio 2 studio after taking over from Scott Mills on the breakfast show

Evening Standard

Sara Cox steps into new role on UK’s biggest breakfast show: ‘Show me some love’

The Bolton-born DJ kicked off her new role as the host of Radio 2’s Breakfast show with Lizzo’s About Damn Time.

Evening Standard

Sara Cox launches new Radio 2 breakfast show with a plea for love

Cox, who previously presented Radio 2’s teatime programme, started her show with Lizzo’s ‘About Damn Time’

The Independent UK

Sara Cox kicks off first Radio 2 breakfast show with 'legal warning' after replacing Scott Mills

‘It's a Monday and it's your favourite presenter - me - feeling a little bit clingy and I want some love’ - Sara Cox

Evening Standard

Sara Cox to host biggest radio show in country as she steps into new role with special guest

Sara Cox is set to begin her new role as host of the BBC Radio 2 weekday breakfast show from Monday. The Bolton-born DJ will present the slot from 6.30 am to 9.30 am, with Hollywood actor Tom Hanks appearing as her first guest. Cox takes over from Scott Mills,…

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Gary Davies reflects on difficult start to Radio 2 breakfast show tenure

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Gary Davies reflects on ‘not easy’ start to Radio 2 breakfast show after Scott Mills sacking

Davies has been covering the morning slot on Radio 2 since Mills’ sacking in March

Evening Standard

Gary Davies: Taking over from Scott Mills on Radio 2 ‘wasn’t easy’

The broadcaster has been filling in on the breakfast show since Mills was taken off air.

The Independent UK

Zoe Ball explains decision to join Greatest Hits Radio after leaving BBC Radio 2

Zoe Ball has revealed why she has decided to take a new job at Greatest Hits Radio.

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Evening Standard

Zoe Ball lands major new job at Greatest Hits Radio after Strictly Come Dancing presenting snub

The veteran broadcaster, 55, has signed for BBC Radio 2's biggest commercial rival

The Independent UK

Rylan Clark stranded abroad as star issues apology to BBC listeners

Rylan Clark has revealed his desperate attempts to get home to host his BBC Radio 2 show after he found himself stranded abroad.

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Sara Cox has no Breakfast Show nerves

Sara Cox is "not nervous" about hosting the BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show because she knows she will do a "good job".

The Independent UK

Vernon Kay delivers on-air tribute to Trevor Nelson after iconic DJ steps back amid ‘health issues’

Vernon Kay paid tribute to Trevor Nelson live on air after the legendary radio DJ announced he was stepping back from his BBC Radio 2 show due to “health issues”.

Evening Standard

Vernon Kay pays heartbreaking on-air tribute to Trevor Nelson amid Radio 2 break over 'health issue'

Kay gave an insight into his friend’s ‘challenges’ in a heartfelt message on Radio 2

The Guardian - UK

Radio 2 DJ Trevor Nelson taking break from broadcasting over health issues

BBC presenter, 62, ‘concentrating on getting better, being back to 100% me and getting back behind the mic’

The Independent UK

BBC Radio 2’s Trevor Nelson steps away from airwaves for health reasons

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