Broadcaster Charlie Bones is leaving NTS, it has been confirmed.
The popular host of the DO!! YOU!!! breakfast show became a lockdown staple, guiding ravers through the pandemic with his relentlessly positive shows.
A few moments ago, however, Charlie Bones sprang a surprise on fans – he will be stepping down from the London based online station.
Announcing his departure, he said he would be "going solo" after not receiving support from the station.
Charlie Bones said: "NTS did what they could for me. I hope they grow and build bigger and bigger. But outside of that my life is hell on earth. I deal with horrific pain, loneliness. I need something more… I just need love in my life.”
The news appeared to completely blind-side NTS, who commented:
It was as much a shock to us as it was to all of you. Here’s to ten years of Do!! You!!!
What a ride – let the eagle fly. pic.twitter.com/Rm8GqLH46F— NTS Radio (@NTSlive) August 20, 2021
Charlie Bones joined NTS in 2011, and grew to become one of the station's most notable voices. Writing on Instagram after stepping down, he commented:
"Peace and love to everyone who got in touch with unbelievable amounts of appreciation. Let me take some time and I’ll be right back with the plan. I cannot express how much I appreciate your gratitude for all the love and passion I put into this. I’m not quitting radio in anyway whatsoever."
