His followers grew excited about his departure as the Scottish Journalist announced his resignation from BBC Radio 2 after 31 years on the job. Where Will Ken Bruce Go? Kenneth Robertson Bruce, better known as Ken Bruce on radio, is a Scottish broadcaster best known for his long-running weekday mid-morning program on BBC Radio 2.
He began his BBC career as a staff announcer for BBC Radio 4 Scotland. Scotland later became one of the early presenters of Nightbeat after the creation of BBC Radio. Before becoming a journalist, he worked as a chartered accountant and began his broadcasting career with the Hospital Broadcasting Service in Glasgow. Ken began working as a regular broadcaster for Radio 2 in January 1984, when he took over hosting duties for the late Saturday night programme. The BBC broadcaster was officially inducted into the Radio Academy Hall of Fame in December 2008.
Where Will Ken Bruce Go After He Leaves BBC Radio 2?
Ken, the presenter of BBC Radio 2’s daily mid-morning programme, revealed on air that he was quitting the station after 31 years. On 17 January 2023, Bruce announced his departure from BBC Radio 2 to explore other options, including anchoring a new mid-morning program for Greatest Hits Radio. According to the Mirror, BBC Radio 2 broke the news of Ken’s decision in a morning tweet. “After 31 years of presenting the 9:30am-noon weekday show, Ken Bruce has decided to leave,” the tweet said.
While the BBC broadcaster was on holiday in August 2007, she was briefly replaced by Davina McCall, prompting over 150 complaints from listeners. Ken took over as patron of Stoke Mandeville Hospital Radio in September 2018, succeeding Freda Roberts, former Mayor of Aylesbury and long-time patron and co-founder of the station.
Is Ken Bruce Retiring?
Ken announced his retirement on January 17, 2023, after more than three decades of service. The BBC host is leaving his most listened to program on British radio to join rival station Greatest Hits Radio. According to a statement provided by Greatest Hits Radio, Ken stated that Popmaster will take over from Mark Goodier in the daily slot of 10am to 1pm, from 3 April 2023.
According to figures from industry group Rajar, the BBC estimates the Radio 2 presenter, best known for his daily Popmaster quiz, has more than 8.5 million weekly listeners. Following his resignation, the BBC has yet to announce who will take over. However, Radio 2 often promotes presenters from its current roster. Among those who may be considered for the role of Bruce are Trevor Nelson, Rylan Clark, Claudia Winkleman, Dermot O’Leary, and Jo Whiley.
Ken Bruce’s Career and Earnings
The Radio Hall of Famer earned between £385,000 and £389,999 in 2021-22, according to the latest BBC annual report. He joined the BBC in 1977 and took up his first post at Radio 2 in 1984, making him one of the station’s longest-serving presenters. In addition to his journalism profession, he won an episode of Celebrity Mastermind, specializing in PG Wodehouse’s Jeeves books. On September 4, 2009, Radio Hall of Famer Ken’s book, Tracks of My Years: The Book, was released.
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