[17], On 1 July 2022, it was announced that Mills was to join Radio 2 permanently to replace Steve Wright in the Afternoon, which ended in September 2022. "You don't know all the information yet. Scott Mills at Radio 1's Big Weekend launch party. He and @Chris_Stark are the pros of making engaging, hilarious radio that is ALWAYS culturally relevant. He will now be heading over to Radio 2 where he will take over the afternoon show from Steve Wright. Scott also thanked co-host Chris, who he called one of my best friends in the world, and wished Steve luck for the future, calling him one of the finest broadcasters. Im really going to miss them on Radio 1 and hope that their brilliant listeners join us for this new chapter in September., He went on to express his enormous gratitude that he and Vicky are set to follow in their footsteps, adding, Im so grateful that this is happening, thank you Radio 1 for believing in me.. The secret mine that hid the Nazis' stolen treasure. Like best friends buried in your ears. Future Publishing Limited Quay House, The Ambury, #LoveYouBye https://t.co/J2e6hYKT0s, Andrew Gentry (@andrewgentry_) August 25, 2022, For many of us in radio @scott_mills is the blueprint. Heres the thing, Im 84, you cant be on Radio 1 forever, Mills joked on the show Thursday (11 August). @scott_mills and @Chris_Stark have decided that they will be leaving Radio 1 later this summer. Newsbeat are also relocating to Birmingham, which will also be the base for the Asian Network. Steve Wright shared the news that Mills will be taking over live during his show, Steve Wright in the Afternoon, saying: I cant hold the slot forever, so lets give somebody else a go.. Scott also said he was a little bit in denial about leaving the station, which he joined in 1998. We have some sad news to share..@scott_mills and @Chris_Stark have decided that they will be leaving Radio 1 later this summer.Thank you from all of us for everything, we'll miss you greatly Tune into their next show, this Monday from 1pm to hear what they have to say. Scott is already a familiar voice to Radio 2 listeners, as hes covered for Ken Bruce and Steve Wright, as well as presented specials such as last years Neighbours celebration and recent Dynasty and Eurovision specials. brilliant humans. [33], On 16 and 17 November 2022, Mills raised over 1 million pounds for Children in Need after riding on a treadmill for twenty four hours.[34]. Scott Mills and Chris Stark are leaving BBC Radio 1 during the summer, the radio station has announced. McCullough told the BBC that getting the new show was a full-on dream come true. Rylan and Scott Mills will be hosting the coverage of BBC Radio 2 for the . Start your Independent Premium subscription today. Vaughn said: Scott I just want to say how proud me and Teddy [their dog] are of you. His best pal Chris, who joined Radio 1 in 2012, is also leaving the station. He might be best known as the voice that's brought the nation the UK Official's Chart Show and invented countless silly games with his co-presenter, and best mate, Chris Stark to make listeners fall over laughing. Co-presenter Chris says times like the pandemic made them aware how important it was to "be a space that people can feel like they have someone to talk to". In February 2008, he presented Upstaged on the newly re-launched BBC Three. Who is Im a Celebrity South Africa contestant Helen Flanagan? He denied this rumour on his radio show, and listeners' suggestions to create a musical based on his life became a reality. In the colloquial language of the black people, this word aroused sexual connotations. Scott Mills has welcomed megastars such as Ed Sheeran on to his show over the years, "We don't always have to be funny, we are very real with each other which is what people respect about us," Chris says, The pair have raised hundreds of thousands of pounds for Comic Relief with their 24-hour LOL-a-thon shows, Nothing to see here - just Scott and Chris posing for a selfie at the Radio 1 Teen Awards way back in 2014. The presenter, who has been at the station . During his time with Radio 1, Scott has hosted a variety of shows across the network, including his current roles as host of the 1-3.30pm Monday to Thursday slot and fronting The Official Chart Show. He declared, Its bittersweet because like so many millions of people I am a huge fan of Scott & Chris. Were REALLY going to miss you xxx, JACK SAUNDERS (@jackxsaunders) August 25, 2022, Surreal to be listening to @scott_mills last Radio 1 show today. pic.twitter.com/6EeESFvnpHJuly 1, 2022. Who is Georgia Toff Toffolo on Im a Celebrity South Africa? He began his career at the age of 16 as a host of his local radio station Power FM. Yes, cause I still feel that but it cant. Im beyond excited to be joining the team and working alongside my radio idols and friends at the legendary Wogan House.. Scott Mills is leaving BBC Radio 1 after nearly 25 years, it has been announced. So what we did is to tone down the features, the music and wait to get advice on what was actually happening.". BBC Radio 1's Scott Mills says he 'hasn't been fired' as he breaks Based on his initial success he was given the. The pair were known for their bromance and pranking each other but also raised more than 500,000 for Comic Relief with their 24-hour LOL-a-thon show in 2021. Scott Mills is a Radio 1 legend having joined the popular station in 1998. 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[40], He was awarded an honorary Doctorate of Arts from Southampton Solent University on 2 November 2009. He is best known for presenting the Scott Mills show on BBC Radio 1 from 2004 to 2022 and since then, on BBC Radio 2. Announcing the news on his show, Wright said: Why Ed Sheeran is both right and wrong to say most pop songs fit over most other pop songs, The sexist bunny boiler trope is gone. Is climate change killing Australian wine? [6], Mills moved from Power FM to GWR FM Bristol, staying with the station for two years,[3] before joining Piccadilly Key 103 in Manchester, starting on the late-night slot before moving to the mid-morning show. Their show has genuinely meant so much to me. I really cannot believe Im going to be calling Radio 2 my new home, he added. Talking of his move, Mills said: Time actually does fly when youre having fun, and thats certainly been the case over the past 24 years at my beloved Radio 1. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. Published 29 April 23. Radio Farewell Scott Mills: the Cristiano Ronaldo of pop radio After 24 years of endless creativity, the BBC Radio 1 DJ's final show on the flagship station airs today. From the tragedy of the 7/7 London bombings in 2005, to the aftermath of the 2017 Manchester Arena attack and the Covid pandemic lockdown of 2020 - Scott has been on the airwaves taking listeners through difficult moments. [16], From 2021-22, Mills was the regular stand-in for Ken Bruce. "You know when you have those dreams and you wake up and you're like did that really just happen?" A huge day for @BBCR1 @scott_mills and @Chris_Stark last show. The station I pretended to be on in my bedroom from the age of six. Discussing how the news revealed on social media in a tongue-in-cheek video by singer Lewis Capaldi alongside the BBCs official announcement, Scott said: Some people think this is a prank because this show is known for being stupid, and pranking a lot. The station I pretended to be on in my bedroom from the age of six. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Steve Wright meanwhile will continue to host other shows for Radio 2, including Sunday Love Songs, a new Serious Jockin show and some other specials. From the prank calls and Ready for the Weekend when I was at school, to the Fun & Filth Cabaret and the Lolathon, to listening at lunchtime at work, he's been on as long as I've listened to the radio! Scott Mills is a radio presenter from Eastleigh, Hampshire. Scott said: "Time actually does fly when youre having fun, and thats certainly been the case over the past 24 years at my beloved Radio 1. Both got started thanks to Radio 1s 2020 Christmas Takeover. Scott adds: "I can literally finish his sentences and he knows exactly on air when I'm having a bit of a struggle and don't know what to do next.". Whether it's being on-air as events are unfolding such as with 7/7 or an emotional reflection the day after like with the Manchester Arena, Scott's motto has always been to "keep it simple". Ive got in the car feeling down, heard 5 minutes of them and the world has seemed brighter. This saw 33 newcomers try their hand at DJing and presenting for them in what was described as a once in a lifetime opportunity.
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