BBC Radio 2's Steve Wright to front new show
Steve Wright will replace Paul Gambaccini as the host of the long-standing programme, Pick Of The Pops.
Wright expressed his delight about taking over the show, which airs every Saturday afternoon from 1pm until 3pm.
"Gambo [Gambaccini] brilliantly made it his own over the last seven and a half years, and now it's my chance to give it a go," he said.
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"It's a great privilege to present such an iconic show on Radio 2 and, Pick Of The Pops fans, don't worry – it's going be the same and different at the same time."
In September 2022, Wright stepped away from his Radio 2 show and was succeeded by Scott Mills in his role.
Gambaccini, who has been at the helm since 2016, will instead transfer to a Sunday evening slot where he will debut a brand new live show.
Reflecting on his tenure at Pick Of The Pops and his future with Radio 2, Gambaccini said: "This year marks the 25th anniversary of my happy relationship with Radio 2, which began with America's Greatest Hits."
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He continued: "When I accepted the Pick of the Pops assignment in 2016, I was told it would be for between five and ten years. Here we are, smack dab in the middle, seven-and-a-half years later, and it is time for Chapter Three.
"I am delighted that on the new show I will have the opportunity to present neglected gems from the past century, be they album tracks, 7" B-sides or missed hits.
"The show will be live, because live is best. It is a happy presenter who gets to share great music of his choice with loyal long-term listeners."
Wright will take the helm of Pick Of The Pops from Saturday, October 21.
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