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Daily Record
06-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Scots BBC star announces shock career move after taking new role at rival show
The star took to social media to announce his news. A Scots BBC star and popular radio host has announced he is leaving his current position to go and work for a rival station. Two Doors Down and Scotland's Greatest Escape star Grado has revealed he will be joining Heart Scotland's Breakfast Show. It comes weeks after it was announced that the 37-year-old wrestling star from North Ayrshire had left his role at Scottish radio station, Go Radio. Grado, whose real name is Graeme Stevely, shared the news with fans on his Facebook page this morning and also revealed a huge guest he will be welcoming on the show's first week. Sharing a snap of himself beside Des Clarke and Adele Cunningham, he wrote: "Buzzin to let everyone know that I'll be joining the all new Heart Scotland Breakfast Show! Des Clarke, Adele and ma'sel. Catch us from this Monday at 6.30am for the biggest and best tunes, celebrity interviews and all the carry on. "Also, in the studio next week, one of our first guests - Lewis Capaldi. "Get us on FM and DAB across the central belt or on Global Player the official Heart app, via smart phone or smart speaker. Follow us on insta @heartscotland." He signed off by saying: "CANNY WAIT, TIDY." Heart Breakfast Show listeners appeared to be delighted with the news as they left messages of support on the post. One wrote: "Congratulations, that's great news. I'd tune in for Grado." A second commented: "Well in mate! Some boy." A third penned: "Fab well done. Looking forward to listening to you." Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. Grado will be joined Des Clarke and Adele Cunningham from 6.30-10am each weekday. Adele decided to return to the station after previous stints with the brand and Clyde 1 and Real Radio. Andy Everett, Managing Editor for Scotland & Wales at Global, said: 'The three of them together are pure dynamite. Just what our listeners need to start the day right.' Grado has been replaced by panto pal and River City actor Stephen Purdon. The 42-year-old will be joined by co-host Zoe Kelly on the station's Breakfast Show on weekdays from 6am to 10am. He said: "I'm buzzing to be joining the Go Radio family. "I've been a Go Radio listener since the station launched and getting the chance to wake up Glasgow and the West with lots of laughs and chat is a dream come true.' James Maguire, Programme Controller at Go Radio, added: 'From his role in River City to his annual Pavilion Theatre panto performances, Stephen is a natural entertainer with a genuine love for Glasgow and its people. "We're delighted to welcome him to the Go Radio Breakfast Show – it's going to bring a new dynamic to the show's existing winning formula of great chat, music, news and competitions.'
Scottish Sun
06-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
BBC star announces shock career move after leaving for RIVAL show
The star announced the news on social media Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A BBC star and popular radio host has jumped ship to a rival station. Two Doors Down and Scotland's Greatest Escape star Grado has announced he's joining Heart Scotland's Breakfast Show. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 3 The star, known for his stints on BBC shows, has announced his career move Credit: EPA 3 Grado with his new breakfast co-stars Credit: FACEBOOK It comes weeks after we revealed the wrestling star, 37, had left Go Radio. Grado announced the news on his Facebook page this morning and also revealed a huge guest for the show's first week. He said: "Buzzin to let everyone know that I'll be joining the all new Heart Scotland Breakfast Show! Des Clarke, Adele and ma'sel. "Catch us from this Monday at 6.30am for the biggest and best tunes, celebrity interviews and all the carry on. "Also, in the studio next week, one of our first guests - Lewis Capaldi." Grado will be joined Des Clarke and Adele Cunningham from 6.30-10am each weekday. Adele has returned to the station after previous stints with the brand and Clyde 1 and Real Radio. Andy Everett, Managing Editor for Scotland & Wales at Global, said: 'The three of them together are pure dynamite. Just what our listeners need to start the day right.' He has now been replaced by panto pal and River City star Stephen Purdon. Purdon, 42, will be joined by co-host Zoe Kelly on the station's Breakfast Show weekdays from 6am to 10am. Moment Grado brings back iconic character at Ayr races He said: "I'm buzzing to be joining the Go Radio family. "I've been a Go Radio listener since the station launched and getting the chance to wake up Glasgow and the West with lots of laughs and chat is a dream come true.'
Glasgow Times
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Two Doors Down star spotted at first Oasis reunion gig
Grado, who plays Alan in the popular BBC series, was pictured at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff on Friday as the Oasis Live '25 tour kicked off in the city. The 36-year-old, whose real name is Graeme Stevely, also posed for snaps with actor Danny Dyer and TV/radio presenter Johnny Vaughan. READ NEXT: I tried this Glasgow restaurant days before it closes (Image: Grado/Instagram) Grado and Danny Dyer (Image: Grado/Instagram) The show in Cardiff was the first performance in 16 years by Mancunian brothers Noel and Liam Gallagher. It was the first of a 41-date world tour. READ NEXT: Peter Tobin detective brings true crime show to Glasgow Grado is also known for starring in shows including Scot Squad, World of Sport Wrestling, and Scotland's Greatest Escape.
