All news on the topic: BBC Radio 2

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Steve Wright's enigmatic world - meal routines, weight battle and caring for dad
Legendary broadcaster Steve Wright committed his life to his flourishing career on Radio 1 and Radio 2, where millions of listeners chose the star as their daily soundtrack
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Sobbing Vernon Kay 'can't speak' after Steve Wright tribute as co-star steps in
BBC Radio 2 presenter Vernon Kay broke down as he paid an emotional tribute to legendary radio host Steve Wright leaving Jeremy Vine to step in and ask 'are you ok my friend?'
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Steve Wright made heartbreaking promise to BBC listeners days before death
BBC Radio 2 legend Steve Wright reached out to his dedicated listeners during his final show just days before his family confirmed his tragic death on Tuesday, aged 69
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Noel Edmonds emotionally declares Steve Wright death as 'end of radio era'
Noel Edmonds appeared live via New Zealand on Wednesday's This Morning to pay tribute to Steve Wright after the BBC Radio 2 legend's death, which was announced on Tuesday
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Liz Kershaw slams the BBC for 'shabby' treatment of Steve Wright
Former radio presenter Liz Kershaw accused the BBC of failing late Radio 2 DJ Steve Wright after 'dumping' him from his iconic afternoon show back in 2022
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Greg James' touching tribute to late BBC star Steve Wright leaves fans in tears
BBC Radio host Greg James brought his listeners to tears on Wednesday morning as he opened his show with Steve Wright's iconic jingle following the news of his sad death
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Vernon Kay 'can't think about Steve Wright' following tragic death aged 69
Vernon Kay returned to his BBC Radio 2 show to pay tribute to his late colleague Steve Wright as he emotionally revealed he can't think about the radio legend
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BBC star Steve Wright planned to meet up with Ken Bruce days before death
BBC radio star Steve Wright's death shocked his colleagues when it was announced on Tuesday. Ken Bruce paid tribute to his pal and said they were planning to meet up
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Tony Blackburn 'so sad' over Steve Wright's death as he remembers radio legend
Radio legend Tony Blackburn remembered his late friend Steve Wright on Good Morning Britain on Wednesday, a day on from the BBC Radio 2 favourite's death being announced
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Steve Wright's successor Scott Mills pays sweet tribute to 'inspirational' DJ
Legendary DJ Steve Wright, who has sadly passed away at the age of 69, has been commended by fellow radio DJ Scott Mills who has labelled him as an 'inspiration'
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BBC Steve Wright's final broadcast 'will never be aired' after death aged 69
BBC radio DJ Steve Wright's family announced the heartbreaking news of his death on 13 February. Fellow BBC stars and fans were quick to pay tribute to the star
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Steve Wright's death rocks Radio 2 stars as Nicki Chapman breaks down on air
Radio host Nicki Chapman broke down in tears live on BBC Radio 2 the morning after Steve Wright's death was announced as she read out a series of emotional tributes from listeners
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Vanessa Feltz brands Steve Wright 'a pure genius' in heartbreaking tribute
Vanessa Feltz shared some kind words about the late BBC Radio 2 DJ Steve Wright, who died aged 69, and was a dear friend as well as former colleague to TalkTV's Vanessa
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Steve Wright's heartbreaking final BBC Radio 2 sign-off before tragic death
BBC Radio 2 fans were shocked when it was announced on Tuesday that Steve Wright had died - just two days after his Sunday Love Songs show had aired where he promised to be back
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Steve Wright says he's 'unwanted' in heartbreaking video after death at 69
News broke on Tuesday that legendary radio host Steve Wright has passed away - two years after he was dumped by the beeb from his Afternoon Show slot on BBC Radio 2
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Steve Wright 'set for big new BBC radio role' just days before tragic death
In the weeks before his death, BBC bosses were putting the finishing touches on plans for Steve Wright to help pilot plans for a new version of his Sunday Love Songs show
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Steve Wright's co-star says 'he'd be furious' as she breaks down in tears on air
Radio 2 traffic reporter Bobbie Pryor broke down in tears while giving an update on the Sara Cox show - after learning of the death of long-time BBC Radio star Steve Wright
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Steve Wright's BBC co-star Sara Cox breaks down in tears as she announces death
It's been announced that BBC Radio host Steve Wright has passed away and among the outpouring of tributes to him has been one from colleague Sara Cox on her radio show today
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BBC Radio 2 legend Steve Wright dies aged 69 as tributes pour in for presenter
Radio DJ Steve Wright, who hosted shows on BBC Radio 1 and BBC Radio 2 for more than four decades, has tragically died at the age of 69
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John Lennon's insecurity until star changed his mind revealed by Paul McCartney
Former Beatles star Sir Paul McCartney has revealed how his bandmate John Lennon hated wearing glasses until he discovered singer Buddy Holly's iconic specs-on look
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Vernon Kay's daughter wows in rare appearance with dad on Vanity Fair red carpet
Presenter Vernon Kay, 49, and his 19-year-old daughter Phoebe Elizabeth enjoyed a rare daughter-dad night out for the Vanity Fair EE Rising Star party
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BBC slap rule on Radio 2 staff with DJs upset by 'liking' of complaining tweets
After some staff members have been giving approval to tweets claiming Radio 2 is 'going down the toilet', BBC bosses are understood to have stepped in to resolve the issue
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Rylan Clark replaced on Radio 2 show as he announces surprise new career move
Former It Takes Two host Rylan, 35, will be taking four weeks off in Feburary as the ex Top Gear host steps into the role
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Vernon Kay shares huge career news as BBC Radio unveils star-studded lineup
Vernon Kay has announced that he will host BBC Radio 2's Piano Room Month in the coming weeks, with a number of acts having been invited to perform live at Maida Vale Studios
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Radio icon blasts 'cruel' BBC after his show is suddenly axed on New Year's Eve
Veteran broadcaster Bill Rennells has hit out at the 'cruel' BBC over it's 'ludicrous' decision to axe his radio phone-in show, which was at the 'height of its popularity'