Jamie Laing reacts as Radio 1 listeners share anger he is replacing 'working class' star

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Jamie Laing has hit back at critics who have labelled him as just a "posh boy", insisting that he's worked hard to secure his new Radio 1 role.The former Made In Chelsea star, 35, has recently taken over from presenter Jordan North, who has moved from the BBC to Capital FM. Some listeners have since suggested that Jamie got the job because of his celebrity status rather than his talent. Jamie has defended himself against these claims, revealing that he's been aiming for the job for eight years and was previously rejected due to lack of experience.

BBC Radio 1, claiming that he is “not just some posh idiot”.The former Made In Chelsea star, who has since turned into a podcaster, was announced as the new host of the BBC Drivetime show last month, replacing Jordan North.North had been with the radio station for a decade and recently moved over to Capital FM – taking over from Roman Kemp, who had hosted the station’s Breakfast show for seven years.However, upon being announced as the new presenter of the 3.30pm to 6pm, Monday to Thursday slot, Laing faced backlash from across social media, with many accusing him of not being deserving of the role and only famous as a reality star, rather than as a DJ.Now, he has spoken out against the criticism and told listeners it is a “misconception” that he only got the role because of his time on reality television.“[It is a] misconception that I just swanned in here,” he told the Sunday Times in a new interview (via Standard). “I’ve been trying to get this job for eight years, constantly grinding, constantly asking to do little slots.“No one is given a job here because their mum or dad helped them into it.

Jamie Laing is just one day into his new job at BBC Radio 1 - and he's already flashed his nudes to his colleagues.The former Made in Chelsea star is now hosting Radio 1's Drivetime show with Vick Hope and Katie Thistleton after replacing Jordan North in the slot. However, the ex reality star made quite the first impression on his show after he showed his co-hosts a naked picture of himself as part of an on-air game.

He's set to join Radio 1 this week to host the station's widely-loved Going Home show, and Jamie Laing is determined to prove that while he rose to fame on reality TV, he's got so much more to offer. The Made In Chelsea star, who is taking over from current host Jordan North and joining co-host Vick Hope, announced the new role in February, but has received some backlash from fans who accuse him of not deserving the role. "I've been trying to get this job for eight years, constantly grinding, constantly asking to do little slots," said Jamie as he hit back at the trolls this week during an interview with the Sunday Times.

Made In Chelsea's star Jamie Laing has opened up about his new role at BBC Radio 1, insisting that he's "not just a posh idiot".

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Jordan North, the popular radio presenter, has always been quite private about his love life. However, he once surprised fans by revealing a cheeky secret about his bedroom antics on air.Today, it was announced that Jordan, who hails from York, will be joining the Capital FM Breakfast Show after a decade on BBC Radio 1. He'll be replaced by former Made In Chelsea star Jamie Laing.The station praised Jordan for his hilarious and entertaining moments on air over the years, saying he's been an inspiration to younger presenters.

BBC Radio 1 and Capital respectively. North previously hosted BBC Radio 1’s Drivetime Show.According to BBC, North shared that he was “beyond excited” to start at the rival station after the news was announced on air.

After over a decade on the airwaves, Jordan North broke the hearts of countless listeners this week when he announced his sudden exit from BBC Radio 1, with the network already having lined up his replacement as former Made In Chelsea star Jamie Laing. But while Jordan may be stepping down from the station, it certainly won’t be the last we’ve seen or heard of the fan-favourite star.

Jordan North is the new voice you'll hear on the Capital FM Breakfast Show after leaving BBC Radio 1. He's taking over from Roman Kemp, who recently emotionally announced he was quitting the role. Roman announced during his Capital show on Wednesday, 21 February: "You are going to absolutely love this Jordan.

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BBC Radio 1’s Drivetime Show.News that the Made In Chelsea star would be the new host of the radio show arrived last week, when it was reported that he would be taking over the hosting role for the Drivetime show with Vick Hope.North presented at Radio 1 for a decade, and is reportedly set to move over to Capital FM and take over from Roman Kemp, who has hosted the Capital Breakfast show for seven years.Following news of his departure from Radio 1, however, some listeners took to social media to criticise the decision to bring Laing in as a replacement, and accused the reality star of not being as deserving for the role as the Burnley host.Now, Laing has also taken to socials to describe North as a “legend” and share his excitement to take on the new role.“Guys, firstly I’m beyond excited to be joining the amazing Vick Hope on Radio1’s Drivetime Show,” he wrote. “Jordan North is a complete pro/legend.

Former Made in Chelsea star Jamie Laing was grilled about "getting Jordan North sacked" from BBC Radio 1 in an awkward interview. The reality star was put under the microscope when he and wife Sophie Habboo appeared on Channel 4's Sunday Brunch.

Jamie Laing was grilled about his latest career move during his appearance on Sunday 18 February's episode of Sunday Brunch.The 35 year old was joined on the show by his wife, fellow Made in Chelsea star, Sophie Habboo, who he married in a lavish Marbella ceremony last year. While talking to hosts Tim Lovejoy and Simon Rimmer, he was awkwardly asked about "getting Jordan North sacked" from his BBC Radio 1 gig. It comes after 34 year old Jordan confirmed he was leaving the station after 10 years, which many fans thought was out of the blue.

BBC Radio 1.Yesterday, the BBC announced that the Lancashire host was leaving the radio station after a decade of working there. He has hosted the drivetime show with Vick Hope since 2021, along with other shows at the station.Now, North has shared his own statement about the shock move, taking to social media to share a series of photos from his time at Radio 1.

TV and radio star Jordan North has thanked his friends at BBC Radio 1 and hinted that he'll "be back soon" after leaving the station.

Jordan North has broken his silence after it was announced that he would be leaving BBC Radio 1 after ten years.

BBC Radio 1 has announced Jordan North will leave the radio station and is set to be replaced by Made in Chelsea‘s Jamie Laing.North has presented at Radio 1 for a decade, and formerly co-hosted their drivetime show with Vick Hope. Filling in for the Burnley radio host will be Jamie Laing, who rose to fame on Made in Chelsea and is set to take over on March 4.