Another non-radio presenter has been recruited by Lesley Douglas for a weekly show on Radio 2. Singer Michael Ball will take over Sunday mornings from Michael Parkinson.
Love Changes Everything star Michael says: "This is a wonderfully exciting new challenge in my career. I hope listeners will make a regular date to have lunch with me on Sundays."
BBC Radio 2 controller Douglas says: "Michael has proved to be an accomplished presenter on Radio 2 already. His warmth, obvious love of music and sense of humour make him perfect Sunday morning company."
It is not his first appearance on the network though, with a long-running series already under his belt called Ball Over Broadway which took him to New York to review shows and interview directors, stars and producers.
Michael has also presented one-off specials for the network including tributes to Jerry Herman and Anthony Newley. He has also been a guest presenter on Sunday mornings and Sunday evenings.
He will take over the Sunday morning 11am to 1pm show from the beginning of April.
Radiodays Europe is happening in March 2025 - use code RTY25ATH to get a discount and join us in Athens! More..