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Scottish Sun
5 days ago
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- Scottish Sun
Radio 1 fans threaten to switch off as they slam ‘gross' decision and insist it's ‘not right'
As Vick Hope goes on maternity leave, fans are fuming at her replacement MIC DROP Radio 1 fans threaten to switch off as they slam 'gross' decision and insist it's 'not right' RADIO 1 fans have threatened to switch off as they slammed the latest 'gross' decision by bosses and insist it's 'not right'. The BBC station has announced the newest presenter to join the line-up. Advertisement 6 Vick Hope's replacement has been revealed as she goes on maternity leave Credit: Getty 6 Sophie Habboo will join her husband Jamie Laing to co-host the Going Home show Credit: Instagram/@bbcradio1 6 Longtime fans of the station flooded social media with their thoughts as they slammed the latest hiring Credit: The Mega Agency Greg James is the flagship presenter of the breakfast show and fans constantly praise his skill behind the mic. He was supported by the likes of former Strictly Come Dancing star Vick Hope who presents the Going Home show. She usually takes to the airwaves alongside Katie Thistleton and former Made In Chelsea star Jamie Laing in the traditional drivetime slot. However, she will be taking a break from her presenting duties as she goes on maternity leave. Advertisement The station announced that her replacement will be none other than Jamie's wife Sophie Habboo. Loose Women presenter, influencer and former I'm A Celebrity campmate GK Barry will also join the presenting roster as she takes over the weekend afternoon show. Longtime fans have slammed the latest hiring by bosses after they announced the news. On the official social media account of BBC Radio 1, fans flocked to the comments section as they claimed the station has 'fallen' in standards. Advertisement One disgruntled listener fumed: "How far we've fallen from Vick and Jordan…" A second exclaimed: "There is something really gross, about two such privileged and independently wealthy (the Laings)given access to prime time national radio shows over people who have trained and studied for years in media." Vick Hope finally reveals pregnancy - and date she's going on maternity leave from BBC Radio One "Please get some good DJs back in the drive time slot. It's getting embarrassing," stated a third user. While someone else raged: "Wealthy Reality stars just being handed roles for nothing now. They're sooo unrelatable." Advertisement And a fifth added: "Im a big radio 1 fan but shouldve been jerry .....jamie and sophie is a bad move be a switch off for me sorry." Many longtime fans of the station directly blamed bosses for a decline as they hired 'influencers'. They slammed the decision not to look for upcoming talent or give the role to an existing cover presenter who has trained for the job 'for years'. Another fan noted: "Where is the dislike button? There are so many hard working and capable presenters covering gigs on R1 atm, how undermining that they weren't given the chance to show the listeners what they're capable of!!" Advertisement Someone else agreed" "Really glad I'm not the only one who was disappointed by this update. It really doesn't sit right with me when there's people trying so hard to get a break. It's a no from me I'm afraid." As a seventh fan stated: "Radio 1 turning into a constant influencer podcast.. what happened to actually knowing music to being a radio DJ! Many years of listening, only holding on for Greg! Time to switch!" Please get some good DJs back in the drive time slot. It's getting embarrassing Radio 1 fan While another added: "I think I'll be finding a different radio station to listen to for my 'going home' slot in the week now. "Something just doesn't sit right with me, that his wife has got the job… when there must be some amazing local talent & those that have worked really hard in the industry that will have been overlooked for celebrity privilege…" Advertisement 6 GK Barry will also join the lineup to take over a primetime slot Credit: Instagram/@bbcradio1 6 Fans were left enraged as they slammed bosses for simply hiring wealthy 'celebrities' and 'influencers' Credit: Instagram
The Irish Sun
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Radio 1 fans threaten to switch off as they slam ‘gross' decision and insist it's ‘not right'
RADIO 1 fans have threatened to switch off as they slammed the latest 'gross' decision by bosses and insist it's 'not right'. The BBC station has announced the newest presenter to join the line-up. 6 Vick Hope's replacement has been revealed as she goes on maternity leave Credit: Getty 6 Sophie Habboo will join her husband Jamie Laing to co-host the Going Home show Credit: Instagram/@bbcradio1 6 Longtime fans of the station flooded social media with their thoughts as they slammed the latest hiring Credit: The Mega Agency Greg James is the flagship presenter of the breakfast show and fans constantly praise his skill behind the mic. He was supported by the likes of former Strictly Come Dancing star Vick Hope who presents the Going Home show. She usually takes to the airwaves alongside Chelsea star Jamie Laing in the traditional drivetime slot. However, she will be taking a break from her presenting duties as she READ MORE ON JAMIE LAING The station announced that her replacement will be none other than Jamie's wife Loose Women presenter, influencer and former I'm A Celebrity campmate GK Barry will also join the presenting roster as she takes over the weekend afternoon show. Longtime fans have slammed the latest hiring by bosses after they announced the news . On the official social media account of BBC Radio 1, fans flocked to the comments section as they claimed the station has 'fallen' in standards. Most read in News TV One disgruntled listener fumed: "How far we've fallen from Vick and Jordan…" A second exclaimed: "There is something really gross, about two such privileged and independently wealthy (the Laings)given access to prime time national radio shows over people who have trained and studied for years in media." Vick Hope finally reveals pregnancy - and date she's going on maternity leave from BBC Radio One "Please get some good DJs back in the drive time slot. It's getting embarrassing," stated a third user. While someone else raged: "Wealthy Reality stars just being handed roles for nothing now. They're sooo unrelatable." And a fifth added: "Im a big radio 1 fan but shouldve been jerry .....jamie and sophie is a bad move be a switch off for me sorry." Many longtime fans of the station directly blamed bosses for a decline as they hired 'influencers'. BBC News' Biggest Blunders The Beeb has suffered a number of gaffes recently, here we take a look at the biggest, and funniest, mishaps to date: Maryam Moshiri Tongued-tied sports presenter BBC Look North's Newsreader BBC Breakfast's The news correspondent is Azadeh Moshiri They slammed the decision not to look for upcoming talent or give the role to an existing cover presenter who has trained for the job 'for years'. Another fan noted: "Where is the dislike button? There are so many hard working and capable presenters covering gigs on R1 atm, how undermining that they weren't given the chance to show the listeners what they're capable of!!" Someone else agreed" "Really glad I'm not the only one who was disappointed by this update. It really doesn't sit right with me when there's people trying so hard to get a break. It's a no from me I'm afraid." As a seventh fan stated: "Radio 1 turning into a constant influencer podcast.. what happened to actually knowing music to being a radio DJ! Many years of listening, only holding on for Greg! Time to switch!" Please get some good DJs back in the drive time slot. It's getting embarrassing Radio 1 fan While another added: "I think I'll be finding a different radio station to listen to for my 'going home' slot in the week now. "Something just doesn't sit right with me, that his wife has got the job… when there must be some amazing local talent & those that have worked really hard in the industry that will have been overlooked for celebrity privilege…" 6 GK Barry will also join the lineup to take over a primetime slot Credit: Instagram/@bbcradio1 6 Fans were left enraged as they slammed bosses for simply hiring wealthy 'celebrities' and 'influencers' Credit: Instagram 6 They claimed bosses should look for upcoming talent and those who have worked hard in the industry from the ground up Credit: PA
Scottish Sun
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Jamie Laing's new Radio 1 co-host revealed as BBC sign up familiar face for Vick Hope's maternity replacement
The Made In Chelsea star has continued to impress bosses and his new co-host will be a huge hit in tune Jamie Laing's new Radio 1 co-host revealed as BBC sign up familiar face for Vick Hope's maternity replacement Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) RADIO 1 host Jaime Laing will co-host his show with wife Sophie Habboo during the summer. It comes as his Going Home co-presenter Vick Hope has gone on maternity leave. 5 Sophie Habboo will be joining Jamie Laing on Radio 1 Credit: Getty 5 Vick Hope is heading off on mat leave Credit: vickhope/Instagram Jaime, 36, who wed Sophie, 30, two years ago already present a hugely successful podcast together called NewlyWeds. A source said: "Sophie is joining the Radio 1 family and everyone is really excited that she'll be bringing her chemistry with hubby Jaime to the airwaves. "They're already pros after doing their podcast for so many years but this is a huge moment for them and they can't wait. It could lead to endless opportunities for them as a couple. They could even be a modern day Richard and Judy." Last week Vick - who is married to DJ Calvin Harris - finally confirmed she was pregnant live on air after sharing a number of snaps over the past few weeks with her bump. Speaking to her co-host Jamie Laing, Vick said: "I should probably also say this is my final week before I go on maternity leave." Joking about not knowing, Jamie replied: "What? You're an amazing friend, an amazing person, and you're just going to be an amazing mum." Flaunting her bump in a blue dress, she posted: "Thank you for the love and the laughs these last few months Jamie, all the team and our amazing listeners." Former Made In Chelsea star Jamie and Vick took over the drivetime show in March of 2024, alongside Katie Thistleton, following Jordan North's departure from the station. Katie went on maternity leave herself in May of this year before welcoming her little boy Ruben. Last week the couple, who got married on 20 May 2023, revealed that they were pressing pause on their podcast while they renovate their new home. Sophie Habboo & Jamie Laing make saucy confessions about their 'electrifying' romps & being 'sex icons' Sophie said: 'We actually have a bit of an announcement for you guys. 'We are going to go on a pause, we're going to go on a little break, but we will be back and we love you guys so much. 'We're so grateful that you've been on this journey with us, so on that note, if you are getting married, good luck and if you're getting divorced we love you.' Fans speculated that the pair would be announcing a pregnancy in coming weeks but it seems the break is in fact so they can work on the show together. While hosting NewlyWeds together, nothing was off limits when it came to discussing their own relationship, with many fans saying in the comments that they'd miss their 'comfort' podcast. 5 Jamie has become a huge part of Radio 1 Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 5 Katie and Vick are now both on mat leave Credit: Instagram/@katiethistleton
The Irish Sun
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Jamie Laing's new Radio 1 co-host revealed as BBC sign up familiar face for Vick Hope's maternity replacement
RADIO 1 host Jaime Laing will co-host his show with wife Sophie Habboo during the summer. It comes as his Going Home co-presenter Vick Hope has gone on maternity leave. Advertisement 5 Sophie Habboo will be joining Jamie Laing on Radio 1 Credit: Getty 5 Vick Hope is heading off on mat leave Credit: vickhope/Instagram Jaime, 36, who wed Sophie, 30, two years ago already present a hugely successful podcast together called NewlyWeds. A source said: "Sophie is joining the Radio 1 family and everyone is really excited that she'll be bringing her chemistry with hubby Jaime to the airwaves. "They're already pros after doing their podcast for so many years but this is a huge moment for them and they can't wait. It could lead to endless opportunities for them as a couple. They could even be a modern day Richard and Judy." Last week Vick - who is married to DJ Advertisement Read More on Radio 1 Speaking to her co-host Jamie Laing, Vick said: "I should probably also say this is my final week before I go on maternity leave." Joking about not knowing, Jamie replied: "What? You're an amazing friend, an amazing person, and you're just going to be an amazing mum." Flaunting her bump in a blue dress, she posted: "Thank you for the love and the laughs these last few months Jamie, all the team and our amazing listeners." Former Made In Chelsea star Jamie and Vick took over the drivetime show in March of 2024, alongside Katie Thistleton, following Advertisement Most read in Celebrity Exclusive Katie went on maternity leave herself in May of this year before welcoming her little boy Ruben. Last week the couple, who got married on 20 May 2023, revealed that they were pressing pause on their podcast while they renovate their new home. Sophie Habboo & Jamie Laing make saucy confessions about their 'electrifying' romps & being 'sex icons' Sophie said: 'We actually have a bit of an announcement for you guys. 'We are going to go on a pause, we're going to go on a little break, but we will be back and we love you guys so much. Advertisement 'We're so grateful that you've been on this journey with us, so on that note, if you are getting married, good luck and if you're getting divorced we love you.' Fans speculated that the pair would be announcing a pregnancy in coming weeks but it seems the break is in fact so they can work on the show together. While hosting 5 Jamie has become a huge part of Radio 1 Credit: Shutterstock Editorial Advertisement 5 Katie and Vick are now both on mat leave Credit: Instagram/@katiethistleton 5 Jamie and Sophie already have a popular podcast
The Irish Sun
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Spice Girls fans go wild as star makes surprise appearance on stage with Tom Grennan at BBCR1's Big Weekend
RADIO 1's Big Weekend in Liverpool started off with a bang as a homegrown Spice Girl made a surprise appearance. Melanie Chisholm, also known as 5 Tom Grennan surprised fans by bringing out Mel C during his performance at Radio 1 Big Weekend in Liverpool Credit: Splash 5 The crowd went wild as the Liverpool-raised Mel C hit the stage Credit: PA 5 Mel C donned a Liverpool kit for her performance Credit: Getty The Little Bit of Love singer welcomed the music icon to the stage and demanded the audience give her a raucous reception. "Liverpool is her manor, so make sure you make the biggest noise when I say this name," Tom said to the crowd of thousands. Mel C exploded on to the stage decked head to toe in a Liverpool FC kit as Tom quickly ducked backstage to change into an Everton FC kit. He told the audience he'd changed for "restoring the balance" of the teams. spice girls Mel C's kit had a number nine on the back with the word "justice" above it, while Tom's had the number seven. When they stood side-by-side the number read, 97, a touching tribute to the the 97 Liverpool fans who died in the The fatal crowd crush occurred at the FA Cup semi-final between Liverpool and in 1989 and left 97 fans dead. Tom said they wore the numbers and shared some heartfelt words with the aim of "uniting the city." Most read in Showbiz Thousands of music fans filed into Sefton Park in Liverpool to catch some big-name artists including, Natasha Bedingfield, Katy B, Biffy Clyro, Nia Archives and The Wombats. It's been a Mel B drops biggest clue yet that Spice Girls are reuniting with cryptic comment on Instagram The troubled project had struggled to get off the ground after the The Sun revealed that A TV insider said: 'Bagging Jack is a real coup for the project and might be the crucial element that drives the drama forward after its rocky start. 'He already has a relationship with Mel C, who's a huge fan of his comedy Big Boys, and that could be the pivotal connection that takes things on to the next stage. Of course, Netflix has yet to confirm it has commissioned the show and there's still a lot to play for. But there now seems to be a genuine will to make things happen. 'No matter what Jack comes up with, it will be a loving and funny look at the band he grew up listening to in the Nineties and Noughties.' 5 Mel C and Tom paid tribute to the victims of the Hillsborough disaster Credit: The Mega Agency 5 Mel C rose to fame in the Spice Girls alongside (L-R) Melanie Brown, Geri Halliwell, Victoria Beckham and Emma Bunton Credit: Getty
