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 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.
I have so much faith in you mate. It's hard leaving, it feels like your child, but you want it to go into good hands and I know with you it's going to be just that. "Everyone, send as much love as possible to Jordan." Roman had been with the station for a whole decade.
He then posted a picture on Instagram of him 'handing the baton' over to a smiling Jordan, saying: "So there you have it sports fans. I’m handing over the baton at the end of March… "Jordan North will be your new host of Capital Breakfast. Couldn’t have gone to a better person, top lad and will be a great addition to your morning routine.
You’ll smash it bud." Jordan isn't just a radio guy; he's done loads other presenting and TV roles – he's been on I'm a Celebrity, co-hosts a funny podcast called Help I Sexted My Boss!, and he's going to be on Ant and Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway too. Jordan will also host the big Capital's Summertime Ball in June 2024. He's super excited and said: "I am beyond excited to be joining Global and to wake up the nation every morning on Capital - I can't wait to start working with the amazing team here and get stuck in, to create the most fun and entertaining breakfast show.
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".
BRIT Awards viewers were rattled by host Roman Kemp's cheeky jibe about Green Day.The American pop-punk band came to London's O2 Arena on Saturday night to give out the best British group award. However, before they stepped up, Roman made a savage remark about them. He said: "To present our next award for British group are two genuine rock gods.
Roman Kemp will take on one of the highest-profile jobs in his broadcasting career when he hosts the BRIT Awards 2024 with Maya Jama and Clara Amfo. The presenter has called it a "real pinch me moment".
Brits host Roman Kemp is the son of Martin Kemp and the nephew of Gary Kemp, who became famous in the early 1980s thanks to their chart topping band, Spandau Ballet.The brothers were joined by singer Tony Hadley, saxophonist Steve Norman and drummer John Keeble. During the 80s, the band produced a slew of hits, including Gold, True and Only When You Leave. However, amid the international success, cracks were forming beneath the surface, and it led to a major family feud.
Roman Kemp opened up about the moment he found out he would be co-hosting the Brit Awards 2024 during an appearance on ITV's Lorraine on Friday.The radio presenter, 31, joined Louise Minchin who was hosting Friday's episode of the show ahead of co-presenting the famous awards show on Saturday 2 March. Louise, 55, asked Roman about the moment he secured the job and he revealed which celebs he called when he found out the huge career news.
EastEnders actor Martin Kemp has weighed in on his son Roman Kemp's love life as he says he isn't disappointed that the radio star hasn't settled down yet.
Roman Kempmay be leaving the Capital Breakfast Show, but the radio presenter is taking on a huge TV gig with The Brit Awards 2024.The radio DJ will be hosting alongside Love Island ’s Maya Jama and BBC Radio 1's Clara Amfo. However, Roman has admitted that he was so thrilled to be asked to host, he burst into tears when given the offer. "When they told me, I cried,” Roman said.
Fans believe a feud could be brewing at the Radio 1 station after radio DJ Greg James took a dig at his former colleague, Jordan North.
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.
Rumours surrounding Jordan North's next career move have started circulating, following the news that he is set to leave BBC Radio 1. His co-star Vick Hope has now dropped a huge hint that Jordan could be eyeing up another reality TV stint, with Celebrity Big Brother due to launch next month. Jordan, 34, announced he will be leaving the BBC after 10 years later this month.
Calvin Harris and Ellie Goulding will perform at the BRIT Awards next month, it has been confirmed.The news was announced by the BRIT Awards on social media ahead of the March 2 ceremony at The O2 Arena in London. The show will be broadcast on ITV 1.
Roman Kemp is high up in the bookies' odds to replace Ben Shephard on Good Morning Britain. It was announced last week that Ben, 49, would be teaming up with Cat Deeley as the new faces of This Morning, following Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield's departures in 2023. As a result, his chair on GMB is now available.
A 102-year-old former DJ, Margaret Leigh-Morgan, has considered coming out of retirement to replace Roman Kemp as the host of Capital Breakfast, saying she could give him a "good run for his money".
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.
Roman Kemp has announced that he will be leaving as host of Capital UK's Breakfast show, after almost ten years on-air. The 31 year old star, who is the son of Spandau Ballet's Martin Kemp, announced his "massive" decision with an emotional statement on Instagram on Monday, 19 February, as he said: "I know it's time to leave." His full statement, which he captioned with a heart and waving hand emoji, read: "So here we go...
Capital UK's Roman Kemp, 31, has announced he's stepping down from the helm of his hit Capital Breakfast show, revealing he'll be leaving before Easter. Speaking to listeners this morning, Monday 19 February, the radio star said: “What I can tell you is I’m not saying goodbye right now, I’m not leaving the show today and that’s it, but it’s not far away. It will come and that goodbye will come in five to six weeks.
Roman Kemp has announced his exit from Capital Breakfast after eight and a half years.
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.