BBC Radio 1 is saying goodbye to host Jordan North.
The station shared on X – formerly Twitter: “Radio 1 will be saying goodbye to Jordan North. Jordan has been behind some of the most hilarious and entertaining moments on air over the years, and has been a constant source of inspiration for younger presenters. Thank you for everything.”
Fans are upset about the news, with one tweeting: “Why do the good ones always leave?” Another added: “Really hope this was your decision @jordannorth1 and that it means bigger things for you – we love you and will miss you v much xx.”
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Jordan hasn’t commented yet, but the BBC confirmed that former Made in Chelsea star Jamie Laing will replace him on his Going Home show with Vick Hope. Jamie will start from March 4 and said it’s an “absolute dream” to take on the role after covering for Mollie King while she was on maternity leave.
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“I’ve loved every minute that I’ve been on air with Radio 1 in recent years, so to be joining Vick on Drivetime is just incredible,” he said. “I’m beyond excited to get started and keep listeners company on their journeys home.”
Radio 1’s big boss Aled Haydn Jones has said some lovely things about Jamie. He said: “His infectious energy and love for music and culture will bring an exciting new element to Drivetime.”
He also talked about Jordan, saying he’s an “amazing presenter and a valued colleague at Radio 1, and I’m so proud of his journey with us”. He mentioned: “He has always connected with the Radio 1 audience through his shows and projects, as witnessed by the huge amount of money raised for Comic Relief during his rowing trip from London to Burnley.”
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But not everyone is happy about Jamie taking over the show. Some fans are really cross and say they won’t listen anymore. One fan tweeted in anger: “No way this is who you replace Jordan with?! This is going to be insufferable driving home from work. Maybe it’s finally time to change station to one with better music.”
Another person said they’re not going to tune in anymore, saying: “Won’t be listening to that anymore then another pointless celebrity on either radio or TV why is there such an obsession with all these talentless made in people.” And someone else was really annoyed, saying: “Wonder how many more listeners you’ll lose now ..standard of DJs are terrible!”
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