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Dolly Parton is not ready to retire and she recently opened up that she doesn’t plan on ever doing it. In fact, Parton talked about how she would like to do and she hopes it happens while she’s performing.

The sudden death of BBC Radio 2 presenter Steve Wright has been described as "unexpected" but not suspicious, as the police share a new update.The veteran broadcaster, known for his show Steve Wright In The Afternoon, sadly passed away this week at the age of 69. Police and paramedics were called to his Marleybone flat at 10 am on Monday, where they pronounced him dead at the scene. And a spokesperson for the Metropolitan Police said: "A man in his 60s was pronounced dead at the scene.

Tributes are flooding in to the late BBC radio presenter Steve Wright, who has died aged 69. The host was a household name after working on the BBC for four decades - having hosted shows on Radio 1 and Radio 2.

Vernon Kay has revealed he will be hosting the latest series of Piano Room sessions in the upcoming weeks - after he took over from Ken Bruce in his BBC Radio 2 slot.

Cher has announced a live in-person event for fans in London this December.The pop icon will participate in an In Conversation event at the Odeon Leicester Square in London on December 1.The discussion – hosted by Greatest Hits Radio’s Ken Bruce and Magic Radio’s Harriet Scott – will see Cher discuss highlights from her career and new album ‘Christmas’, along with a Q+A.Fans can get tickets by pre-ordering the ‘Official Cher Christmas Magazine’ before 12pm GMT on Thursday, November 23 from here.

left the station back in March and joined Greatest Hits Radio the following month. Kay has since permanently replaced him on the mid-morning programme.New figures shared by radio industry body Rajar have revealed that Kay is currently pulling in 6.9million listeners – 1.3million fewer than Bruce did on Radio 2 (via BBC News).But the numbers do, however, mean Kay has the most popular radio show in the UK.The latest set of audience figures from Rajar – which are published four times a year – span June to September 2023.

Fans gushed over a sweet snap shared by Tess Daly as she celebrated a major milestone for husband Vernon Kay. The Strictly host took to Instagram to post a photo of the beaming couple enjoying an evening out together.

There should be “no great moral panic” over the recent spate of BBC presenter exits, according to content boss Charlotte Moore.

Rajar, and reveal that figures for the BBC radio station have dropped significantly since Bruce left his position on Radio 2 to join Greatest Hits Radio.According to the report, following his departure from the radio show – which was the most popular radio programme in the UK – in March, the station has seen listeners drop by more than a million between April and June.In his new role, Bruce has also been reported as attracting just under three million listeners to his Greatest Hits Radio mid-morning show; around 1.25million more than seen under the show’s previous host, Mark Goodier.These figures, while an increase for the programme, still remain significantly less than what he originally attracted on Radio 2.Following his departure, the Radio 2 show was hosted temporarily by Gary Davies for several weeks, until Vernon Kay took over the role as Bruce’s permanent replacement on May 15.While the latest figures mark a loss of approximately seven per cent from the station’s previous quarter, BBC News highlights that Kay joined the programme mid-way through the audience measuring period, launched by Rajar. This means that the industry will be unable to see an accurate representation of his figures until the next quarter.Other figures reported showed that while most stations saw a decline in listeners, BBC Radio 1 saw an increase this quarter – bringing its listeners up to 7.7million.

Dolly Parton has shared her triumphant cover of Queen‘s ‘We Are The Champions’ as the latest single from her forthcoming album ‘Rockstar’.The track is the latest to be released from the Country legend’s upcoming 49th solo studio album. Her cover of the 1977 hit sees Parton belt out through the song’s anthemic melody and includes an interpolation of Queen’s ‘We Will Rock You’ at the end.‘We Are The Champions’ is the fourth single to be released, following ‘Bygones‘ featuring Judas Priest‘s Rob Halford and Mötley Crüe‘s Nikki Sixx, cover of ‘Magic Man’ with Heart‘s Ann Wilson and ‘World On Fire’.‘Rockstar’ will feature nine original songs and 21 covers of rock classics such as Heart‘s ‘Magic Man’, Prince‘s ‘Purple Rain’, The Rolling Stones‘ ‘(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction’ and many more.

Dolly Parton has expressed her reluctance to give up live shows — saying that she would rather “drop dead” onstage than retire.The 77-year-old country icon was speaking as part of a new interview on Wednesday (July 12), when she admitted that she has no intention of slowing down her music career anytime soon.“‘I would never retire!” the ‘Jolene’ singer stated, appearing on Ken Bruce’s Greatest Hits Radio. “I would hopefully drop dead in the middle of a song on stage someday – and hopefully one I’ve written.”“That’s how I hope to go,” she added.

Ken Bruce, the popular Scottish broadcaster, has revealed that the BBC turned down the opportunity to jointly trademark his iconic PopMaster music radio quiz, prompting him to acquire the rights himself. Having hosted the segment on BBC Radio 2 for over two decades, Bruce recently made the move to Bauer's Greatest Hits Radio, taking the format along with him.

Ken Bruce admits he's 'really enjoying' life after his BBC Radio 2 departure earlier this year as he prepares for the PopMaster TV debut.

Davina McCall and Line Of Duty actress Vicky McClure have been made MBEs on the King's first Birthday Honours list this year.The duo joined veteran broadcaster Ken Bruce, footballer Ian Wright, fashion editor Dame Anna Wintour and Booker Prize-winning author Ian McEwan in the list, with the latter two being awarded the highest honours as Companions of Honour.They joined Professor Sir John Bell, who is the Regius professor of medicine at the University of Oxford. Former England and Arsenal footballer-turned-pundit Ian was made an OBE, while late author Sir Martin Amis was knighted a day before he died last month at the age of 73. Speaking to PA News, author Ian shared his "delight" at learning of the news, and admitted it was a "complete surprise".

Scots radio legend Ken Bruce said he hopes being made an MBE will highlight the challenges facing autistic people following his son’s diagnosis.

Perth businesses and customers have rallied to mark the end of an era as Martin’s Fruit Bazaar on South Methven Street closed its doors for the final time this week.

Vernon Kay poked fun at himself as he showed off his hair gaffe as he headed to host his new show on BBC Radio 2. The Bolton-born broadcaster has replaced veteran Ken Bruce, who helmed the programme for 31 years, in the 9.30am to 12pm slot.

Vernon Kay said fans of veteran broadcaster Ken Bruce have given him “the best trolling I’ve ever had” ahead of his start at BBC Radio 2 on Monday. The TV presenter, 49, announced in February that he was taking over from Scottish radio presenter Ken. Ken had previously revealed he was be stepping down from presenting his mid-morning show on the station after 31 years.

Across the Coronation Bank Holiday weekend, Greatest Hits Radio will be counting down the Official Top 300 most-streamed song by UK artists from the 70s, 80s and 90s in a blockbusting radio chart show. 

S Club 7 star Paul Cattermole has been remembered as “a beacon of light for a generation of pop music fans” by the band's manager Simon Fuller. The singer passed away at his home in Devon on Thursday afternoon at the age of 46.

Ken Bruce admits he felt like an afterthought at BBC Radio 2 and wanted to make bosses 'appreciate' him.

Ken Bruce admits he's been 'struggling to plan his day' after his BBC Radio 2 exit as he makes his debut on his new show.

Fans have been left delighted as Ken Bruce made his way back onto the radio waves weeks after he signed off from his BBC Radio 2 show for the last time last month after more than 40 years at the organisation.

Lorraine Kelly welcomed iconic broadcaster Ken Bruce on her chat show on Thursday morning as she confessed she stole from his studio last year.

Radio star Vernon Kay had fans reacting with amazement as he revealed that he's approaching a big birthday. Vernon beamed for the camera in a new snap on his Instagram as he hit the gym.

Vernon Kay is looking ahead to the next chapter in his career, having been announced as one of the new faces of Radio 2.The 48-year-old, who is replacing Ken Bruce in May, took to Instagram to reveal things are officially moving ahead now he has his BBC lanyard."And so the @bbcradio2 adventure begins! Not had one of these since @bbcradio1," he wrote alongside the image, which prompted several messages from celebrity friends and fans alike. Vernon shared this snap with fans on WednesdayDavina McCall wrote: "Couldn't be happier for you." Fellow Radio 2 star Zoe Ball added: "He's official.

BBC Radio 2 has revealed that they are launching a brand new weekday music quiz as Ken Bruce leaves the station and takes the Popmaster quiz with him to his new job.

BBC Radio 2’s new weekday pop quiz Ten to the Top has sparked backlash as fans have taken to social media to brand the quiz "rubbish" with one adding that listening to it felt "excruciating." The new quiz was introduced as a replacement for the iconic Popmaster following the departure of Ken Bruce, who left the radio station after 31 years. He has now moved to Greatest Hits Radio – and taken the hit concept with him.

George Michael's cousin Andros Georgiou has discussed why the famous singer chose to keep his sexuality a secret for so long. Along with the late star's first manager Simon Napier-Bell, he spoke about the benefits of "holding some things back" from the public. George remains one of the best-selling musicians of all time, with sales of over 125 million records worldwide.

Sam Fox, 56, has reportedly been "beside herself" following the tragic death of her younger sister Vanessa. The star's sister has died aged just 50 after being rushed to hospital following a heart attack. The mother-of-four dead on Saturday, nine days after she collapsed at her home following a heart attack, according to The Sun.

Bruce Willis, 67, had been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia following an original diagnosis of aphasia. As the star's condition worsens, his beloved wife has made a public plea to paparazzi begging them to stop talking and yelling at the Die Hard star when he's outside.

Loose Women panel on Friday afternoon, Denise Welch had some very exciting news she couldn't wait to share. The actress announced her step-son Lewis Townley has welcomed a baby with his wife Elizabeth. The panellist is officially a grandparent as Lewis' new-born arrived just a few days ago.

Ken Bruce aired his final show for BBC Radio 2 on Friday after 31 years with the broadcaster.

Matt Hancock joked he wanted to "celebrate" Piers Morgan's departure from Good Morning Britain. The disgraced MP who was ousted from his position as Health Secretary and broke his own lockdown rules during the height of the Covid pandemic recently had a series of WhatsApp messages leaked. In another leaked message, Matt appeared to have discussed faking a "get well soon" message to Piers after he caught Covid before his exit from GMB.

Tess Daly has an exciting few weeks ahead of her thanks to the release of her new wellness book, titled 4 Steps: To a Happier, Healthier You.After teasing parts of the new offering, the Strictly Come Dancing host - who is set to celebrate her 20th wedding anniversary with Vernon Kay this year - shared an intimate selfie with her fans on Friday.WATCH: Tess Daly reveals the secret to her happy marriage to Vernon Kay The stunning image showed the mum-of-two lying down in bed with her pet pooch Micky, and in the caption, she gushed: "The divine urge to get back in bed for cuddles with the pup [dog emoji] #FridayFeeling."Many of her fans rushed to comment on how "beautiful" and "gorgeous" the snapshot was. "Two cuties [heart emojis]," wrote one, while another added: "What a cutie."Later this year, the glamorous TV presenter and her husband Vernon will mark 20 years of marriage.

READ MORE:King Charles's Coronation mocked by Jedward as A-listers shun eventHe wrote on Instagram: "My brother-in-law, Anthony Gerard Ciccone, exited this earthly plane last evening. "I've known him since I was 15, in the spring of our lives in Michigan so many years now gone. As brother Dave Henry (who took this photograph) notes here, Anthony was a complex character; and god knows: we tangled in moments, as true brothers can.