Zoe Ball returns to BBC Radio 2 after quitting the Breakfast Show 4 months ago
- Zoe Ball returned to BBC Radio 2 on May 3, 2025, to host a new Saturday afternoon show from 1pm to 3pm after leaving the Breakfast Show nearly five months ago.
- She decided to leave the Breakfast Show in November 2024 to focus on family following an extended summer break after her mother’s passing.
- In 2019, Zoe became the first woman to host the breakfast programme on BBC Radio 2, taking over from Chris Evans, after previously presenting weekend shows on the station between 2009 and 2017.
- Her new Saturday program promises a mix of top songs and engaging conversation, and she will also host the BBC's live concert commemorating the 80th anniversary of VE Day on May 8, held at London’s Horse Guards Parade.
- BBC Radio 2’s Helen Thomas said Zoe is “one of the UK’s most loved presenters,” and Zoe expressed being “truly honoured to play a small role” in the VE Day commemorations this year.
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