Chris Moyles Leaves The Breakfast Show

Nick Grimshaw to be his replacement

Chris Moyles has stepped aside from his role as host of the Radio 1 Breakfast Show.

Chris Moyles is now almost a Radio 1 institution. Joining the station in 1997, the presenter gradually moved his way up the rankings with his outspoken style winning him a vast army of fans.

Taking control of the Breakfast show in 2004, Chris Moyles helped return the flagship program to the headlines. This morning, though, the presenter shocked fans by confirming his departure live on air.

Available to stream, you can listen to Chris Moyles speech HERE.

Radio 1 were quick to step in, and unveiled his successor within an hour of the show ending. Nick Grimshaw will present the Breakfast show from September, with the broadcaster commenting:

“I’m super excited to be hosting the iconic Radio 1 Breakfast Show, it’s been a dream of mine since the age of 11 and to be honest it hasn’t really sunk in yet. I love Chris and have always looked up to him as one of the best broadcasters ever.”

Ben Cooper, Controller BBC Radio 1 and BBC Radio 1Xtra, said: “Nick is a great broadcaster with a passion for music and a mischievous sense of humour, which has made him a hit with our listeners. He will be an excellent host for Radio 1’s new breakfast show, bringing a new generation of listeners with him.”

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