Zoe Ball’s BBC Radio 2 co-star breaks down in tears as he confirms exit after six years

Richie Anderson revealed he is leaving the BBC Radio 2 Breakfast show. (Image: BBC)

BBC Radio 2 star Richie Anderson has confirmed that he will no longer appear on Breakfast after presenting the travel for six years. On Thursday (December 19), Richie became tearful as he spoke to Zoe Ball about bidding farewell to the team and thanked her for being an “amazing friend”.

The star choked up: “I have had the most amazing six years on this show. It has been so much fun, and I have loved every single second of it.

“It has been so amazing to come here and be accepted by you (Zoe), Tina (Daheley) and the producers.

“I remember when I met Zoe for the first time in the dressing room at It Takes Two, she came in with hugs and it was like I’d known you forever and you have been the most amazing friend.”

Zoe also became emotional and could be heard crying as she said she is “so proud” of Richie.

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The has confirmed that Richie will remain in the Radio 2 family but will instead be presenting afternoons.

A spokesperson said: “We love you Richie. From January, Richie Anderson will be waving goodbye to the early alarm call as he moves to afternoons on Radio 2.”

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