BBC defended by Myrie over on-screen diversity: 'Everyone pays a licence fee - black, brown, gay or trans'

BBC defended by Myrie over on-screen diversity: 'Everyone pays a licence fee - black, brown, gay or trans'

BBC News presenter and Mastermind front-man Clive Myrie has lauded the corporation for its diverse catalogue of on-screen talent.Myrie became the first Black presenter to sit in the Mastermind host's chair following stints from Magnus Magnusson and John Humphrys.He's now addressed how his appointment broke tradition of it being a "middle-class, white male" in the hot seat.When asked if he was "glad" the tradition had changed, Myrie shared his th…