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08.05.2020 / 10:09

Dan Walker: BBC Breakfast host talks 'ugly crying' after moving moment 'Was not prepared'

Dan Walker has admitted not being "prepared" for one particular moment, broadcast on the BBC yesterday.The BBC Breakfast host spoke out about "crying" in view of his 645,000 Twitter followers.The 43-year-old was seemingly moved to tears after watching the latest instalment of DIY SOS, now in its 26th series.While the home improvement show regualrly features emotional scenes, the broadcaster said it was one particular moment that set his family off.The two-part special saw the team undertake their biggest challenge to date, regenerating a couple of streets in Manchester for the use of ex-service personnel.Hosted by Nick Knowles, 57, the programme featured two royal helpers in the form of Prince William and Prince Harry.The second edition saw

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Michael Ball slammed by BBC Breakfast viewers for visiting Captain Tom Moore during lockdown

BBC Breakfast viewers weren't impressed after Michael Ball a visited Captain Tom Moore this morning, amid the nationwide coronavirus lockdown.

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Dan Walker: 'Bit harsh' BBC host scolds fan for criticising Alex Scott's 'bizarre' set-up

Dan Walker, 43, rushed to the defence of his Football Focus colleague Alex Scott, 35, on Saturday, after a fan criticised her at-home work studio.

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Steph McGovern: 'Thought he was having a stroke' BBC star in admission about co-host

Former BBC Breakfast presenter Steph McGovern, 37, was left concerned about her Not Bad For A Monday podcast co-star after he seemed to be having some trouble speaking during their broadcast.The star, who welcomed her first baby with her partner last year, was perplexed when her friend and producer Geoff suddenly pretended his video call was breaking up due to a bad internet connection.Geoff played the prank on Steph and her childhood friend Claire after they discussed good excuses to leave video meetings and Zoom quizzes during the coronavirus lockdown.Steph explained she had received some suggestions from her Twitter followers about how to resolve tricky social situations.She told her podcast co-stars: “Louise said to me on Twitter, ‘I

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Susanna Reid: GMB host addresses Steph McGovern's shock decision: 'I'm not surprised'

Good Morning Britain's Susanna Reid, 49, has admitted she isn't "surprised" Steph McGovern has announced her Channel 4 programme is "going on a break".The ITV presenter explained how "it must have been a nightmare" as she herself found it just as challenging when also presenting live television from home.After Steph confirmed this week The Steph Show would be taking a break from filming, Susanna addressed the shock news in her latest column.Susanna told Daily Mail readers how she also found it "challenging" to film Good Morning Britain at home.The TV star explained: "I’m not surprised Steph McGovern has called a halt to broadcasting her new show from home."It was challenging enough filming GMB for a few weeks — balancing my phone on books

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Susan Boyle message to Colonel Tom Moore revealed on his 100th birthday: 'You keep going'

Britain's Got Talent legend Susan Boyle, 59, has sent a message to Colonel Tom Moore to wish him a happy 100th birthday.The Scottish singer told the war veteran how he has been a "beacon of light" during the coronavirus crisis.Susan, who is best known for stunning the nation with her rendition of Les Miserables' I Dreamed A Dream over a decade ago, sent Colonel Tom a video via her Instagram page this morning.The singer uploaded the offering in view of her 46,000 followers with the caption: "Happy 100th Birthday Colonel Tom Moore #100 #captaintommoore #birthday."The ITV favourite began by saying: "Hi there, Susan Boyle here, wishing Captain Tom Moore a very happy 100th birthday."You've been a beacon of light and an inspiration to us all."The

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Louise Minchin: ‘Harder than I thought’ BBC Breakfast host speaks out on challenging move

BBC Breakfast favourite Louise Minchin, 51, has revealed she took on a tough new move over the weekend following the cancellation of the London Marathon due to the coronavirus pandemic.The athletic journalist took to Twitter and Instagram to share a video of herself embarking on her “own version” of the Two Point Six Challenge for charity and admitted she found it “harder than she thought it was going to be”.In the clip, Louise could be seen running up and down the stairs in her home before sitting on the bottom step to take a much-needed breather.She captioned the post in view of her 57,000 Instagram followers: “Right now I should be running the @londonmarathon instead to support all the charities which would have benefitted I have done my

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Louise Minchin: BBC Breakfast host suffers hair malfunction minutes before going on-air

Louise Minchin, 51, was having bit of a mare yesterday morning just before she hit our screens alongside Dan Walker.The pair are always full of smiles and gusto as they prepare to bring the latest news on coronavirus and trending topics to viewers sat at home as lockdown continues.Always looking camera ready, it seems Louise had a little hair malfunction before she was due on-air.As the UK is still in quaratine and implementing strict social distancing rules, TV presenters nationwide have had to do their hair and make-up themselves.Taking to Twitter, Dan posted a behind the scenes snap of his co-host looking slightly bedraggled, despite sitting on the sofa ready to go."Send help...

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Mike Bushell: BBC star recalls 'wonderful memories' amid Strictly Come Dancing criticism

Mike Bushell, 54, was left feeling nostalgic on Sunday evening after he was hit with a "wonderful" memory of his time on Strictly Come Dancing.

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Louise Minchin: 'Times when I thought I wouldn't make it' BBC host details turmoil

Four days ago, Louise Minchin, 51, was gearing up for her latest charity initiate, The Big Bike In.The BBC presenter partnered up with The Big Night In, which aimed to raise money for BBC Children In Need and Comic Relief to support local charities and projects in the UK, so they can provide essential support to people who really need it through the coronavirus crisis.But it wasn't just any old cycle.The end goal was a staggering 100-mile finish point - not an easy graft if you're new to a bike!Louise herself is no stranger to physical challenges and putting her fitness levels to the test.She is an amateur Team GB triathlete and last year competed in a Norseman triathlon, which involves a 3.8km swim, 180km bike ride and a full marathon,

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Stacey Dooley addresses Carol Kirkwood amid unearthed move with Strictly's Kevin Clifton

Strictly Come Dancing winners Stacey Dooley, 33, and boyfriend Kevin Clifton, 37, have been staying together during the lockdown following the coronavirus pandemic.The documentary filmmaker took to Twitter and addressed BBC Breakfast star Carol Kirkwood, 57, after a fan shared an unearthed weather forecast of the Strictly duo.In view of her 330,000 followers, Stacey retweeted a video clip from a fan which showed the journalist and her beau Kevin delivering a Strictly related weather report.As the pair seemingly appeared to channel the BBC meteorologist, Stacey wrote: "@carolkirkwood...I know what you’re thinking."In the video, the Strictly star could be seen standing next to the Grimsby-born performer.The social media user captioned the

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Louise Minchin: BBC host left 'concerned' over co-star's prep for latest move

Louise Minchin, 51, is no stranger to physical challenges and putting her fitness levels to the test.

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Steph McGovern talks 'disruptive' move with partner and baby in last minute change

While The Steph Show host Steph McGovern, 37, has been hosting her new Channel 4 chat show from home during the coronavirus lockdown, the presenter spoke out about a "disruptive" change that had to be done to their house.Steph revealed how presenting her new show felt "very weird" with the given circumstances.Talking about her most present project, The Steph Show, which she was planning since last Autumn, Steph revealed what it has been like to present her new show from home with her five-month-baby and partner.Talking to Radio Times, the Channel 4 presenter spoke about the practicalities of hosting a TV programme from her home.Steph said: "A couple of technicians set it all up under distancing guidelines, and then I did a hell of a lot of

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Will Mellor: 'It's just horrendous' Hollyoaks star on his dad's death

The Two Pints of Lager star Will Mellor, 44, has opened up on social media after his dad died three days ago and said how he has lost his hero at "the hardest time".The TV star confirmed that his dad's passing wasn't due to coronavirus.Will announced the sad news to his 129,000 Twitter followers in an emotional video message.The Broadchurch actor captioned the video by writing: "Worst week of my life."Will started the video by saying: "I've been going over and over in my head whether I should even do this video."It seems right," he continued to explain.The British actor carried on to say: "My dad passed away three days ago."There's a lot of people out there.

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Little Mix's Jade in awkward money jibe to bandmate Leigh-Anne on BBC Breakfast

Little Mix star Jade Thirlwall has joked bandmate and pal Leigh-Anne Pinnock is on more money than her after a video of her driveway was shown on BBC Breakfast.

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BBC Breakfast's Dan Walker slammed for 'vomit-inducing' Michael Gove interview

BBC Breakfast host Dan Walker was called out by viewers on Twitter today for his interview with Tory politician Michael Gove.

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Steph McGovern: Channel 4 star on what she was asked to 'tone down' for BBC Breakfast

Steph McGovern 37, rose to fame with the BBC and has worked across the board - from radio to TV and behind the scenes in production.

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Steph McGovern's partner forced to apologise after BBC Breakfast star's mic blunder

While Steph McGovern, 37, and her partner have been working from home during the coronavirus lockdown, the BBC Breakfast star told her Not Bad For A Monday podcast listeners why her partner had to apologise in an executive meeting.The journalist revealed that she had been listening to their recording that her producer, Geoff, had posted on Twitter.Speaking to her childhood friend Claire and their fellow co-star, Steph spoke about how she and her partner have been getting on while working from home.She started: “Can I tell you about what happened this week?“So obviously, me and partner working from home with the baby.So we're doing that classic thing of handing the baby to each other between each other's meetings.”The mother-of-one then

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BBC Breakfast’s Naga Munchetty scolds Charlie Stayt for interview question

BBC Breakfast host Naga Munchetty was left stunned by Charlie Stayt’s accidentally savage question during an interview this morning.

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Steph McGovern: 'I'm guilty' Channel 4 star asks expert's advice amid parenting revelation

Steph McGovern launched her self-titled Channel 4 show on Monday, but from the comfort of her own home.The Steph Show comes live from the kitchen of the former BBC Breakfast presenter, who is, like the rest of us, in isolation due to coronavirus.Despite being due to start the conventional daytime chat show in a proper studio, it hasn't stopped her from making a splash.After speaking to Alan Titchmarsh from his immaculate garden, Steph moved on to talk about some big questions posed by parents who are wondering what to do to keep their kids entertained at this trying time.Since Prime Minister Boris Johnson put the UK on lockdown with no end in sight, Steph wanted to reassure families that it's OK for their children to be bored.To back up her

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Steph McGovern candidly opens up on personal life in rare admission ‘I find it difficult’

Former BBC Breakfast star Steph McGovern, 37, became a mum for the first time back in November, with her partner, whose identity is unknown. Yesterday, she launched The Steph Show on Channel 4 and admitted she had been finding it difficult to sleep.Speaking to guest Keith Lemon, real name Leigh Francis, she discussed what was trending on Twitter, before making her own admission.She said: “Something that is trending today is about sleep.“I don’t know about you, I find it difficult to sleep because I’ve got a baby and a show.“It’s general anxiety as well.

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Coronavirus forces BBC Breakfast into schedule shake-up as key part of show cut

BBC Breakfast has been forced into a major schedule shake-up as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.

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Carol Kirkwood speaks out after Louise Minchin announces BBC Breakfast move

BBC Breakfast's weather presenter Carol Kirkwood, 57, will bring viewers the latest forecast news at a different time slot, her co-star Louise Minchin, 51, revealed on Twitter today.The latter shared a picture of herself and co-star Dan Walker, 43, in the studio alongside a caption which shared details about the change-up.In view of her 176,000 followers, she wrote: “Good morning, we are here on @BBCBreakfast for you, just to let you know @carolkirkwood has a new time-table she is on at 27 and 57 minutes past the hour.”Louise’s post prompted many of her followers to comment.One user commented: “I really think our local news is more important than the weather!!”But insisting this isn’t a part of the change, Carol replied: “The weather isn't

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Steph McGovern: 'People think we don't get along' Former BBC Breakfast host on ex co-stars

Former BBC Breakfast star Steph McGovern will be making a return to the small-screen after recently returning from maternity leave.The business correspondent is the new host of her own Channel 4 programme.The TV presenter spoke candidly about her former BBC Breakfast colleagues' reaction when she revealed she would be leaving the show.Steph was a regular fixture on the BBC sofa alongside Dan Walker, Louise Minchin, Sally Nugent, Mike Bushell, Naga Munchetty and Charlie Stayt.The mum-of-one went on maternity leave last year and returned to BBC Breakfast in January but only to say an official goodbye to the programme.Speaking in an interview with Express.co.uk and other publications, Steph admitted her former colleagues were "pleased" for her

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Steph McGovern: BBC Breakfast star says she's no longer 'the side salad' ahead of new show

Steph McGovern quit BBC Breakfast last year and her new self-titled Channel 4 show launches on Monday.Speaking out today, the presenter said she's "half really excited and half really nervous" about her programme and being the main attraction.The 37-year-old was interviewed on BBC Radio 2's Zoe Ball Breakfast Show, where she discussed her highly-anticipated offering and her change in role.The new mum admitted she has been scrubbing her living room in preparation for filming.She will broadcast from her Yorkshire home because of coronavirus lockdown rules.The daily programme was meant to air from a studio in Leeds.Steph commented: "I'm half really excited and half really nervous because I've never done anything like this before."I'm used to

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Mike Bushell reveals real reason behind BBC Breakfast absence 'We both showed symptoms'

BBC Breakfast sports presenter Mike Bushell, 54, admitted he is currently in "isolation" at home. It comes as he joined Strictly Come Dancing professional Katya Jones, 30, in an Instagram video.As the pair chatted to one another, the Latin dance champion quizzed why Mike was not making his usual appearance on BBC Breakfast.Katya asked: "So how are you in isolation?"Mike replied: "Yes, we're in isolation.

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Carol Kirkwood: 'I admit I forgot' BBC star speaks out after Naga Munchetty walks off set

Carol Kirkwood has addressed yesterday morning's BBC Breakfast mishap where she struggled to remember host Naga Munchetty's name after delivering her first weather report.Thursday morning saw Naga and Charlie Stayt deliver the day's important news but it came with its fair share of errors.The weather presenter made two big mistakes when handing back to the studio, struggling to remember the names of who was sitting on the red sofa.The second mishap let to Naga jokingly storming off set, saying "I'm out of here, what's the point?" as she giggled at the blunder.Desperate to make things right after her double deviation, Carol took to Twitter shortly after and admitted her mistake.In view of her 171,200 followers, she wrote: "Okay...

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Louise Minchin: BBC Breakfast star reveals warning she received before 'draining' move

Louise Minchin, 51, has revealed she received an important warning about protecting herself during the Namib desert trek, which she took on to raise money for Sport Relief.The BBC Breakfast presenter opened up about her preparations ahead of the “draining” challenge during an appearance on the Postcards From Midlife podcast, hosted by Lorraine Candy and Trish Halpin.Louise, who also competes in triathlons, admitted she unfortunately “didn’t have any time to train” ahead of the big move.The star went on to add she was warned about the dangerous creatures that inhabit the desert, after the location of the trek was suddenly changed due to the spread of the coronavirus. Louise explained: “We were going to go to Mongolia to do an ice triathlon,

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Dan Walker: BBC host praises 'future format' of Question Time without live audience

Dan Walker, 43, was one of many watching last night's BBC Question Time, where the main focus was the global coronavirus pandemic.

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Three female pensioners move in together to self-isolate and it’s the cutest thing ever

In the cutest video we’ve seen all day, the three women called Doreen, Dotty and Carol explain how they have come together to keep other company during isolation.The three pals are all in their seventies and the government is advising that people in that age bracket stay inside for the next 12 weeks. However, rather than be alone, the lifelong pals from Salford in Greater Manchester are planning to quarantine together and explained their system on BBC Breakfast.

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