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Daily Record
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
BBC's Nina Warhurst fiercely snaps back at viewer's harsh remark about her appearance
BBC News host Nina Warhurst has hit back at a viewer's remark about her accent and choice of outfit as she took to social media to respond. BBC News presenter Nina Warhurst has fiercely clapped back at a viewer's unsolicited remark regarding her accent and her choice of outfit. After recently taking the helm at BBC's News at One and often presenting on BBC Breakfast, Nina responded to a harsh comment that surfaced online. Taking to Instagram to share the viewer's message, the 44-year-old shared the message with her 46k social media followers. The comment stated: "Just wondering if @NinaWarhurst has an opinion on what constitutes TOO short a skirt for a 44-year-old. Anyway, it's pleasing there's a very positive move towards 'received' pronunciation." However, the broadcaster appeared to not be in the mood to just let the remark slide. Alongside condemning the viewer's words, Nina also posted her own reply, Leicestershire Live reports. She penned: "When you briefly check back in with Twitter/X because surely it can't be the stream of uninvited feedback from men that you remember... oh hi there. (Translation: if you're gonna look like an old trout, it's more acceptable if you don't sound Mancunian. Noted.)". Last year, the former BBC Breakfast presenter quit social media after hitting breaking point. She took a break from her online platforms, saying: "Enough is enough". At the time Nina said: "Signing off from Insta for a few weeks. I love this site. I don't take myself, or the apparently perfect lives of others, too seriously. "I howl laughing every day from a scarily accurate meme. I connect with lovely people who I don't get to see IRL. And there are loads of cats and babies. "Maybe I love it too much… Because I've found myself scrolling all. The. Time. Catching up on people's stories, having a nosey at how people live who have nothing to do with me, and (the absolute grossest) checking for likes… Enough is enough." The incident follows Nina's significant career move from BBC Breakfast to the BBC News at One, although she still sometimes makes appearances on the morning programme. The mum-of-three has been a well known face on the Breakfast team for seven years, becoming a staple on the iconic red sofa and reporting from various locations. She revealed her new role in March, telling viewers: "I'll be hanging up the high-viz and hairnet for a wee while as I join the BBC's News at One." 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'. Reflecting on her journey, the BBC host shared with her followers: "I was heavily pregnant, very nervous, and unbelievably excited to be offered a few shifts on the national broadcast treasure that is @bbcbreakfast. "The job was made permanent as we came out of a lockdown and began looking around and wondering how we might pick up the pieces to heal and live again." She continued: "It's been a privilege to help support our audiences through this tumultuous time. I am always amazed by those who invite us in to share their stories."
Daily Mirror
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
BBC Breakfast's Nina Warhurst hits back as trolls criticise her appearance
BBC News presenter Nina Warhurst has hit back at a viewer's unsolicited critique regarding her accent and wardrobe choices after she was named as cover for Naga Munchetty BBC News presenter Nina Warhurst has clapped back at a viewer's unasked-for critique of her accent and wardrobe. Recently stepping up to present BBC 's News at One and occasionally appearing on BBC Breakfast, Nina responded to a harsh comment that emerged online. Nina shared the viewer's message on Instagram. The comment read: "Just wondering if @NinaWarhurst has an opinion on what constitutes TOO short a skirt for a 44-year-old. Anyway, it's pleasing there's a very positive move towards 'received' pronunciation." However, the broadcaster didn't let the comment go unanswered. Alongside denouncing the viewer's words, Nina also posted her own retort. In her response, she wrote: "When you briefly check back in with Twitter /X because surely it can't be the stream of uninvited feedback from men that you remember... oh hi there. (Translation: if you're gonna look like an old trout, it's more acceptable if you don't sound Mancunian. Noted.)" This incident comes after Nina's significant career shift from BBC Breakfast to the BBC News at One, although she still makes guest appearances on the morning show. The mother-of-three has been a key part of the Breakfast team for seven years, becoming a familiar face on the iconic red sofa and reporting from various locations, reports Leicestershire Live. Upon announcing her new role in March, she stated: "I'll be hanging up the high-viz and hairnet for a wee while as I join the BBC's News at One." The presenter took a moment to reflect with her followers, recounting her initial emotions: "I was heavily pregnant, very nervous, and unbelievably excited to be offered a few shifts on the national broadcast treasure that is @bbcbreakfast. The job was made permanent as we came out of a lockdown and began looking around and wondering how we might pick up the pieces to heal and live again." She went on to express her gratitude: "It's been a privilege to help support our audiences through this tumultuous time. I am always amazed by those who invite us in to share their stories." Recently, the host admitted she was in tears as she said farewell to BBC Breakfast. The journalist presented her last ever segment on the show , and couldn't help getting emotional at the end of an era after joining in 2018.
Edinburgh Live
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
BBC Breakfast presenter hits back at viewer's complaint about her appearance
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info BBC News presenter Nina Warhurst has responded to a viewer's unsolicited critique of her accent and wardrobe. Recently stepping into the role of anchor for BBC's News at One and occasionally presenting on BBC Breakfast, Nina addressed a harsh comment that appeared online. Nina shared the viewer's message on Instagram. The comment read: "Just wondering if @NinaWarhurst has an opinion on what constitutes TOO short a skirt for a 44-year-old. Anyway, it's pleasing there's a very positive move towards 'received' pronunciation." However, the broadcaster didn't let the comment go unchallenged. Alongside condemning the viewer's words, Nina also posted her own retort, according to the Express. In her response, she wrote: "When you briefly check back in with Twitter/X because surely it can't be the stream of uninvited feedback from men that you remember... oh hi there. (Translation: if you're gonna look like an old trout, it's more acceptable if you don't sound Mancunian. Noted.)". Join Edinburgh Live's Whatsapp Community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages This incident comes after Nina's significant career shift from BBC Breakfast to the BBC News at One, although she still makes guest appearances on the morning show. The mother-of-three has been a key part of the Breakfast team for seven years, becoming a familiar face on the iconic red sofa and reporting from various locations, reports Leicestershire Live. Upon announcing her new role in March, she stated: "I'll be hanging up the high-viz and hairnet for a wee while as I join the BBC's News at One. ". Reflecting on her career trajectory, the presenter recounted to her audience: "I was heavily pregnant, very nervous, and unbelievably excited to be offered a few shifts on the national broadcast treasure that is @bbcbreakfast. The job was made permanent as we came out of a lockdown and began looking around and wondering how we might pick up the pieces to heal and live again." She continued: "It's been a privilege to help support our audiences through this tumultuous time. I am always amazed by those who invite us in to share their stories."
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
BBC News presenter issues withering response to sexist criticism from viewer
BBC News presenter Nina Warhurst has shared a withering response to criticism from a viewer on social media. Warhurst, 44, currently works as the lead presenter of BBC News at One, having previously served as business and consumer presenter on BBC Breakfast. On Instagram, the TV host shared a comment directed at her on social media, which made reference to her age, her attire, and her accent. "Just wondering if @NinaWarhurst has an opinion on what constitutes TOO short a skirt for a 44-year-old,' the original post read. 'Anyway, it's pleasing there's a very positive move towards 'received' pronunciation.' Received Pronunciation, also known as RP or the Queen's or King's English, is the Southern British accent historically regarded as the 'standard'. In the past, presenters on the BBC all spoke with RP accents, although evolving social sensibilities have rendered this approach outdated and largely condemned in recent years. In an Instagram story, Warhurst shared the comment from the X/Twitter user, alongside her own response. 'When you briefly check back in with Twitter/X… because surely it can't be the stream of uninvited feedback from men that you remember, and….. Oh hi there,' she wrote. '(Translation: if you're gonna look like an old trout, it's more acceptable if you don't sound as Mancunian. Noted).' Warhurst has appeared on News at One since April, departing her previous role at BBC Breakfast. Announcing the change on social media at the time, the presenter shared a photo of herself at the start of her stint on Breakfast, writing: 'I'll be hanging up the high-viz and hairnet for a wee while as I join the BBC's News at One. 'The second photo was almost exactly seven (! ) years ago. I was heavily pregnant, very nervous, and unbelievably excited to be offered a few shifts on the national broadcast treasure that is @bbcbreakfast ... @stephlunch took time to show me the ropes and help me feel at home.' BBC News at One airs at 1pm on BBC One, and has been a fixture of the channel since 1986.
