December 19th 2024.
Zoe Ball, the first-ever female breakfast host on BBC Radio 2, was seen experiencing a range of emotions during her farewell lunch with her colleagues. As she prepares for her final show on the radio station, she was joined by her team who hosted an emotional send-off for her. This came a month after the 54-year-old announced her decision to step down from her role in order to focus on her family.
During the farewell meal at Langan's Brasserie restaurant in London's Mayfair, Zoe was captured wiping her eyes and laughing with her team as they reminisced on her six years at Radio 2. The beloved broadcaster was joined by her colleagues, including Richie Anderson and Tina Daheley, and hugged each one of them before her departure. As she left the restaurant alone with a large Selfridges bag, believed to be a gift from her co-workers, she was approached by fans asking for selfies, proving her status as a revered broadcaster.
After the emotional farewell, Zoe walked across the road to stand outside The Ritz Hotel and started whistling. Her efforts to secure a taxi were unsuccessful, but her whistle caught the attention of a cab and she was off in no time. In her statement about leaving Radio 2, Zoe described her time there as "incredible" despite the early mornings. Her last show will air on December 20, just in time for Christmas with "plenty of fun and shenanigans."
In her announcement, Zoe also revealed her long-term battles with temporomandibular joint disorder, a chronic health condition that causes pain and tenderness in jaw joints. She also faced personal struggles this year, including the loss of her mother Julia in April. Despite these challenges, Zoe expressed her love for her listeners and colleagues, saying they were like family to her.
Replacing Zoe on the breakfast show will be long-term BBC host Scott Mills, who will officially take over in 2025. He joined Radio 1 in 1998 and moved to Radio 2 in 2017. If you have a celebrity story, video, or pictures, you can get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing or calling the number provided. They would love to hear from you.
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