I've been listening to Steve Wright in the afternoon since 1983 when I started work as a carpenter and I have listened to just about every show since. The man's a legend to me and arguably the best radio presenter ever.
I listen to radio 2 all day, the highlights are Ken in the morning, and then the sound of Steve Wright's show at 2pm. I know my day will always seem better with that show on and I am closer to going home time. I have listens to Steve's show for decades and it has never gotten stale. This is a terrible decision.
Pop Master, Tracks of My Years on Kens show and Steve Wright in the Afternoon are the highlight of the day. Scott Mills like being trapped in New Look clothes store.
@@strumbolli Pop master is tea break, they even tell you it's time to put the kettle on. I makes me stop and have a proper break. 2pm, Steve comes on and always brightens my day. I know what is going to happen, they are going to try aim Radio 2 at a younger audience and hip hop and rap will start creeping in. I bloody hate it. I have a feeling lot's of us will change stations.
It forced a change 38 years ago when all it would play was the music BBC wanted to portray and promote, not the music DJ's wanted to play, no different nowadays. Did have the ordeal of being forced to listen in the afternoon just over 12 years ago, same saga, same softy music daily, rather boring.
@@bennyhillschineseblokechar3689 . I'm pleased to tell you. I have banned him due to him having too much air time on other station. I concentrate on the music that rarely gets played.
@David James Good to hear that. You're a gentleman and a saint. Some of his stuff is OK but honestly the current obsession Radio stations/ DJ's have with him and his music is mind boggling. As you say , give other artists a chance for some much needed airtime. This is Radio 2's problem currently. But try writing to R2 head Helen Thomas about it , you've more chance winning the lottery than getting a considered reply.
If you listen to this recording really carefully, you can actually hear the death knell sounding for Radio 2's listening figures as they slowly but surely replace on air talent with "quota compliant" box-tickers.
@Macavity Well stating the obvious, if you deliberately get rid of presenters that are very popular with the public, and replace them with box ticking persons who are inferior, you are going to lose your audience, and therefore have no reason to exist. Wait until subscription comes in, the BBC will find out how many people want to pay for the utter crap they turn out, the subscriptions won't be enough to cover their costs, goodbye BBC.
This is absolutely shocking. Absolutely shocked. Steve is a legend his afternoon show will be so sadly missed. Good bye radio 2 for me. Scott was awful standing in for Ken Bruce. Love you Stevie baby!!!! Don't push me!!!!!!!!!!
I've never rated Scott Mills. He was on Heart 106.2 before Radio 1. He was actually good on Heart, perhaps because he was clipped and confined to what he's good at, which is introducing records and giving time checks. He's evidently the token gay for Radio 2 daytime. Zoë and Sara are the token females, with Ken the macho alpha male. Steve was the real entertainer and it's like taking away a prime fillet steak from a popular restaurant and announcing its menu has changed to totally vegan 😃
It's Terry Wogan all over again, the difference being that Chris Evans is a good DJ and he has a personality, sadly Scott Mills is totally lacking in both these departments. The box ticking beeb raises it's ugly little head once again. Watch them listening figures plummet....
Just look at what they've done to local radio for example. At Radio Leeds, Martin Kelner's show was one of the most listened to in all of BBC local radio. They sacked him and replaced him with the INSUFFERABLE Gayle Lofthouse.
When Scott Mills stood in for Ken Bruce he was dreadful. Considering he is a Radio 1 DJ, he has no personality and a monotonous voice. Sounds as though he is reading his lines and badly at that.
@@sharoncross5371 You're right. But its not fair to compare 'anyone ' to Wrighty. DJ SILLY BOY MAKES us smile Love the show steve... and that thee Factoid of the century. Can we start a petition? I'll do whatever we have to. Face book , Instagram, writing directly to bbc2 What can we do We can't just lose him ❤
I live in New Zealand and got hooked on Steve Wright in the early 80s via a pen friend who sent cassette tapes over from his home in birmingham.moved to UK in early 90s and now back in NZ.Steve rocks.radio 2 you need your head read!
It is literally not possible to get better than this man. He's a one off. I've listened to him since the 80s when he was the best of the best. He does less comedy now but he is the standard by which all other DJs with their fake positivity compare themselves. He'll be back!
I remember turning the radio on in the early 80’s as a young boy and listening to Steve Wright in the afternoon…. Damien the social worker, the Professor, Mr Angry, the thug, Dave double decks, showbiz gossip, Laura’s first love radio’s first soap opera, later Sid the manager and the Pub singer…legend..!!! A true broadcasting genius.✨👌📻🎙
Mr. Spoons. Arnie the Terminator. Gervaise the hairdresser. Useless the Weather Girl. The Daleks who couldn't get a new acting job because they'd been typecast.
I heard this announcement yesterday afternoon from Steve Wright on BBC Radio 2 at home & I was somewhat bemused, shocked & surprised all at the same time. I can remember Steve doing the Breakfast Show on BBC Radio 1 back in the 1990's & I have always enjoyed listening to Steve on BBC Radio 2 doing his popular Big Show in the afternoon on weekdays with his 'prod squad' of Tim, Janie & Bobby Pryor (the Bobster he affectionately calls her) & of course Serious Jockin' with no G on Friday afternoons. I will miss Steve Wright in the Afternoon come October on BBC Radio 2, his London accent & his countdown to Serious Jockin' with no G during the week even though he will still be presenting Love Songs on Sunday mornings. I do wish Steve Wright all the best for the future, he sure will be missed.
Come October , just when it's cold and drizzly and the afterno o n s are drawing in & we'll all need his cheery voice and zany antics to lift our weary spirits , he'll be nowhere to be seen!! Helen Thomas = FOOL !!!
Steve Wright in the afternoon is one of those great British institutions that can not ever be replaced . What a terrible loss to radio broadcasting . I have no reason to listen to the BBC anymore. God bless you Mr Wright and thank you for the decades of brilliant content, you will be missed enormously in the afternoon .
I live overseas and tuning in to Steve Wright in the afternoon has always meant being "home" for me, especially this year after not being able to make it back for three years. Thank you Steve for the fantastic times, we appreciate everything you have done to make us smile in the afternoons. A wonderful presenter who leaves having made an indelible mark on the world of broadcasting.
Sorry to hear this, and I sincerely hope Steve wasn't pushed. He may have been in the role longer than most, but there is a very good reason, given he is by far and away the best DJ the BBC has ever had and likely will ever have.
The BBC is losing it if it has not already lost, its way. Let me guess, he's too white, not feminine enough, I wonder who the replacement will be? whoever it is I shall not be listening. Shame, Steve is a talented and funny broadcaster whose musical taste matches that of mine.
Thank you Steve for that moving message to your many,many listeners . Wish you well in all you do and thank you for keeping us listeners entertained with your posse . I'll continue to listen 👂 until you decide to move on . Here's hoping that you'll stay with BBC Radio 2 . You have a lot of love out there from your fans 💕🤗
Steve Wright is the best DJ ever. I have always listened to Steve. He is an institution and legend. Steve Wright is our radio friend. He cannot be replaced. LOVE YOU STEVE
Steve Wright In the afternoon is a British institution , like Buckingham palace , like fish n chips , like the Clifton suspension bridge , Viz magazine , tea and crumpets , cucumber sandwiches , Weston-Super- M a r e , the palm trees of Torquay , rain in the s u m m e r , Rod Stewart , Only Fools And Horses , inferior-quality cocaine , Carry On films , political sex scandals , sandals , bird-watching , and ginger nuts. The afternoons are never going to be the same.
Steve Wright in the afternoon has been a pillar for the station for many years, when he leaves in September the station will fall from that pillar. Steve Wright's programme over the years from the Radio 1 old school to today has been nothing short of inspirational and will be sadly missed. Well done Steve for a great job over the years.
Been listening to Steve since my farming days in the 80’s A memory out of the blue *listening on a sunny afternoon, whilst walling, with my tranny (transistor radio) propped on the wall top. Thank you for all the pleasant afternoons Steve.
The other big radio stations will be falling over each other to get Steve because of the millions of listeners he'll bring with him. He won't be off the air for long.
Not listened to his show for a long time but great credit to him. Amazing longevity and has never fallen into the BBC trap of being over exposed like Jonathan Ross, Claudia Winkleman, Jeremy Vine. Ken Bruce is pretty much the last of Radio 2's golden era.
I’m still digesting the utterly devastating news re. Steve Wright’s afternoon show. I have been a loyal listener through the decades. Steve is everything to the show. His wealth of experience, people skills, knowing exactly when to intervene, banter with the team, creativity, knowledge, honesty, humour and upbeat personality make the best radio presenter ever! He’s simply outstanding! I live alone having lost my husband and then my partner, Steve’s shows have got me through the darkest of days but also given me immense pleasure with conversation and music. He’s just like a friend. I find comfort in hearing his voice around my home/car like he’s talking to me personally, a rare gift in this profession, his programme is often the highlight of my day, I look forward to it daily. I rarely miss if I do I listen on the I-player. I don’t understand the thinking behind this appalling decision. Steve has moved with the times, the programme is well balanced with music of all types including the golden oldies choices of listeners, Serious Jockin’, interviews, features, factoids. His enthusiasm for all of this is second to none. His salary is justified as he is of the highest quality. Hearing Scott Mills cover Ken’s and other shows he makes numerous mistakes especially with Pop Master, he talks about himself lots and thinks he’s on Radio1 which is so irritating, he is not in Steve’s league and never will be. If the thinking is that we will get used to him in time, this won’t happen. Since Simon Mayo left I no longer tune in to Radio 2 after 5.00pm. Likewise with Zoe Ball’s Breakfast show. There are better radio stations around. I am disappointed to hear that Sarah Cox’s show will be extended by an hour, she is again a very irritating presenter. I dislike the direction Radio 2 is going in and I won’t be listening after September, losing a very loyal listener of many years. Hoping Steve Wright moves to a radio station where his talents will be truly appreciated. I will then follow him!
I absolutely agree Steve is in a different league can't for the life of me understand what the hell this woman is trying do she hasn't a clue. And is trying to make radio 2 into another radio 1 it's about the listener and there feeling not about a woman who's bringing in more females and destroying Friday night altogether. As for Scot Mills totally wrong choice Vernon Kay would have been so much better. But to get rid of the most popular afternoon show on the radio. Is absolutely disgusting and Helen Thomas is the one who should go. I won't be listening after September.
Absolutely agree with everything said there and very well put Helen Thomas has no respect for the listeners or what they want to hear its all about what she wants big shake up massive mistakes and radio 2 is just going from bad to worse a woman who clearly knows nothing about a radio audience and what they feel
Head of Radio 2 Helen Thomas is responsible , and hopefully her foolishness will , come the Autumn , come back and bite her hard on the ✴rse! Followed by her demotion.
@@sirbarnabyst.johntoffingto9017 I can only hope that this will be the case. I grew up believing in the BBC, now I have given up watching television so I don't help pay the lefty wonkers and I would never trust a word they say.
Simon Mayo moved his brilliant drive time show lock stock and barrel to another station and I listen daily on my drive home from work, apart from ad breaks its pretty much the same. Steve Wright should now do the same, sod the BBC.
This means Ken Bruce will be the only show worth listening to on Radio 2. So, so sad. Steve is a pillar of my life and I can’t remember there ever being a moment where he’s not been on my radio each day.
@Amperzand true. But…Lisa tarback and Sara cox are dreadful.. and.. O’grady show is a -bit old fashioned . tried them once or twice had to switch off. But that’s just my opinion.
If you're wondering, this isn't quite how it played out on Radio 2. Steve made his announcement at about 16:50 (10 minutes before his show was meant to end) and then played two other songs without saying anything. The end theme (as heard here) didn't play out - Radio 2 just went from one song to the time signal and news. Like almost everyone else, I'm devastated Steve's Big Show is ending. It's been the sound of so many journeys for me - be them driving back from school, college or uni or going on holiday. I've never really heard Scott Mills myself so can't really judge yet, but he's got some collosal boots to fill.
Scott Mills is not the man to replace Steve Wright, the BBC is making yet another huge mistake. I listen to the breakfast show and the great Ken Bruce I switch over when Vine comes on and then I switch back for Steve Wright,now it will be Zoe and Ken’s shows and then a different station for the rest of the day.
Me to , the BBC see it as going forward but Steve Wright and Ken Bruce are for me the backbone of that station. The audience volumes will dip in the autumn, when Simon Mayo left they did , they seem hell bent on replacing quality with cheaper alternatives.
The BBC wouldn't see that as a problem. They can't stand their older (and most loyal) audiences and are obsessed with chasing the 'yoof' market. Just look at Pick of the Pops which not so long back regularly featured charts from the sixties and even fifties. Nowadays its centre of gravity is the 80s and 90s with the odd duck into the later 1970s.
It shows what a true pro that Steve is, that this announcement didn’t interrupt the running order of the show and waited right till the end credits to give the news. A true legend of radio, probably went on a bit too long at the end, but Scott Mills has some huge shoes to fill.
I always have fond memories of growing up listening to Steve Wright as it reminds me of my mum who always tuned in…..she’s not dead, she just doesn’t like it anymore
Been listening to Steve since I was 16, the varied music and his wit is what has kept me listening. I’m 34 now and this will be one of those changes in life that will shake up my routine massively. Going to miss the possy.
Always feel very nostalgic for my now very distant youth whenever I hear that voice. His show on Radio 2 was at the same time as his old Radio 1 show and followed his old format he had in the 1980s.I suppose Radio 2 now is probably aiming to capture the ravers of the 90s and early 2000,s who are now in middle age. Steve ‘love the show ‘Wright will be missed by many yearning for those days of his old medium wave show and ‘Mr Angry ‘ and Wichita linesman closer
You have been part of our working week for such a long time and will be sadly missed by all, no more Radio 2 in the afternoon for us ( Scott Mills No) then, take care Steve and thank you from us all for those fantastic afternoons
_"Hang the blessed DJ, because the music that they constantly play, it says nothing to me about my life"_ Morrisey wrote that specifically about Steve Wright 35 years ago
This is a sad day for Steve's fans, I've been listening to him for years, Radio 1 then Radio 2, characters like Mr Angry from Purley through to Ask Elvis and beyond. Who'll be next... Ken Bruce with pop master. At least after September I'll be able to catch the 1st hour of Simon Mayo's Drivetime show now on Greatest Hits Radio. How many other people will retune to other stations. All the best Steve.
Steve you are and all ways will be the nations finest radio presenter , it will Never Be The Same Without You at The Helm . I like many many millions have listened and loved your inimitable style over many many years . They say all good things come to an end , well why do they have to. If it ain’t broke don’t fix it. You have my sincerest admiration for all the enjoyment you have given over the past 24 years , and I like the other listener wish you every success in all your new projects, and completely support you as you are a True Gentleman . WE LOVE YOU STEVE . You really are a NATIONAL TREASURE. September will be a very Emotional Time for yourself and the Crew , closing tune I’m sure will touch so many hearts . You are part of the Family .THANK YOU FOR ALL THE MEMORABLE YEARS STEVE .
Steve Wright was always my fave DJ back in the '80's on Radio 1. On one occasion I was driving to work for an afternoon shift and he told a joke that literally made me laugh so hard I was crying and could barely see where I was going! All the best with the new projects Mr Wright. Mike in Perth, Australia
I’ve listened to Steve for years we couldn’t wait for him to come on the radio in the workshop great listen ,great laughs another casualty of the BBC axe, Mayo , Wright , is Ken next ,the death of radio 2 🤔 good luck Steve have a pint with Mayo 😢👍👨🏻🏭
The BBC obviously don't care what we listeners want! Absolutely gutted by this news, the show is always fresh and uplifting so why on earth do they want to replace it?
Exactly! Just what you need for that last couple of hours at work. Ridiculous decision from the BBC. Scott Mills is terrible too. They will lose listeners in their droves.
Listening to you most of my life Steve, starting first on Radio 1.Very disappointing news! If it's not broke,break it mentality seems to come to mind.Wont be long until I hear you again with talent like yours Steve.
I'm can't believe they have done that to Steve Wright in the afternoon l love listening my favourite time when lm at home and in the garden my best times have been going on holiday Steve on the radio and we sing along 😀 l happy he's still on till the autumn 🍂 but will miss my afternoon with Steve the BBC have got it wrong 😢
Leaving or being pushed ? the one thing i wish he would bring back before he goes is ASK ELVIS this slot always had me in tears ,a true gent and legend ,BBC you are making a BIG mistake
I can't believe it. He's 67 but sounds Bout 40 Full of energy and funny and sounds caring and sentimental Why can't he just carry on. Everybody love Steve Wright ❤
I have been listening to Steve Wright since he was a saturday afternoon radio DJ. This latest decision in the words Mr furious has ' Made my blood boil ' . Good luck with your future Steve & thanks for all the laughs you brought to my Saterday lunch times at work in my 20s. Love M
I have followed Steve Wright since he joined Radio 1 in 1981, and when he moved to Radio 2 in the late 90s. In other words listening to Steve has been a part of my life. I am absolutely disgusted in the way he has been treated. Helen Thomas you should be ashamed of Yourself.
Mike Read used to do the voice of Mr Angry! I wrote and told Mike that I knew it was him, after he did an impression of Mr Angry and sounded more like him than Mr Angry did! ...Six weeks later Mr Angry was no more. Oh no! How angry do you have to be to kill Mr Angry?!
What can I say? We're still in a state of shock here. Wrighty is unique. I can count the number of exceptional DJ broadcasters alive on just one finger. Guess who. The man deserved a knighthood years ago. I can only imagine he has been offered an honour of some sort but has turned it down. Steve has always wanted to keep a low profile. He rarely does interviews. His famous 'Wogan House doorstep' appearance on Friday 1st July 2022 was the first TV interview he has agreed to, since he appeared on The One Show talking about Love Songs, 12 years ago. Love the show, always. p.s. chance of a SHAHT-AHT? Also can't wait for Tim's intro - how long until Serious Jockin' (no g)? 🥳
I've gone from loving the BBC TO HATING IT ON ONE BLACK FRIDAY AFTERNOON WE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE THE SHOW STEVE GOD I LOVE STEVE WRIGHT IN THE AFTERNOON PLEASE CHANGE YOUR MIND BBC 2 PLEEEAASE I WANT TO CRY
I've been listening to Steve Wright in the afternoon since 1980 on Radio 1 on AM. Later on Radio 2 via internet. So sad a good programme stops. Thank's Steve for many years of good radio and fun!
One of the best radio shows in British history. I used to listen to Steve's show all the time when I lived in the UK. He was an amazing disc just with a terrific voice and played fantastic music!
What are they thinking. This show and the man himself, are radio institutions. He handled this announcement with such grace and kindness. Pray for Ken Bruce…….
As a self employed builder who never listens to any other station than the fantastic team at radio 2 and is now losing the God father of radio this is absolute madness !!!! My working day revolves around Ken Bruce. Jeremy vine then the God father himself steve Wright this is the man who has a working class of sense of humour I wish him all the very best and hope he gets snapped up by some other station . If this is progress then what a load of rubbish..Steve Wright I thank-you for the years of fun and laughter and to the Plant Pot who came up with this new idea I hope it falls flat on its face and your out the door with your box of madness ideas "
Normally you made us laugh , today you made us cry. Rest in peace Wrighty. Thanks for all the laughter old friend x
RIP Steve Wright. So sad he has died. One of the best presenters in BBC history. Used to listen to him a lot on Radio 1 in the eighties.
I've been listening to Steve Wright in the afternoon since 1983 when I started work as a carpenter and I have listened to just about every show since. The man's a legend to me and arguably the best radio presenter ever.
There's no argument mate.
I feel like cryin' (no G).
So is Mr angry from Purley
@@rabidhamster61 He got so angry, he banged the phone down.
@@raypurchase801 Ray bloody Purchase
I listen to radio 2 all day, the highlights are Ken in the morning, and then the sound of Steve Wright's show at 2pm. I know my day will always seem better with that show on and I am closer to going home time.
I have listens to Steve's show for decades and it has never gotten stale.
This is a terrible decision.
Pop Master, Tracks of My Years on Kens show and Steve Wright in the Afternoon are the highlight of the day. Scott Mills like being trapped in New Look clothes store.
@@strumbolli Pop master is tea break, they even tell you it's time to put the kettle on. I makes me stop and have a proper break.
2pm, Steve comes on and always brightens my day.
I know what is going to happen, they are going to try aim Radio 2 at a younger audience and hip hop and rap will start creeping in. I bloody hate it.
I have a feeling lot's of us will change stations.
It forced a change 38 years ago when all it would play was the music BBC wanted to portray and promote, not the music DJ's wanted to play, no different nowadays.
Did have the ordeal of being forced to listen in the afternoon just over 12 years ago, same saga, same softy music daily, rather boring.
@@harveysmith100 I think you're right. Although the young have radio one
I'm a local broadcaster for the Northampton area & listening to your shows on Radio 1 & 2 have inspired me in my career. You will be missed.
@David James just out of curiosity do you also play too much Ed bleedin ' Sheeran ? , or are you a bit more original?
@@bennyhillschineseblokechar3689 . I'm pleased to tell you. I have banned him due to him having too much air time on other station. I concentrate on the music that rarely gets played.
@David James Good to hear that. You're a gentleman and a saint. Some of his stuff is OK but honestly the current obsession Radio stations/ DJ's have with him and his music is mind boggling. As you say , give other artists a chance for some much needed airtime.
This is Radio 2's problem currently. But try writing to R2 head Helen Thomas about it , you've more chance winning the lottery than getting a considered reply.
I stopped listening to radio 2 when they put Mayo through that awful time with Wylie. I'm not surprised in the slightest...the BBC is a cesspit
Yea me too
He's chers people up every day with at them of his
I couldn't stand Wylie before and then she ruined my drive time listening.
Utterly ridiculous and yet again we have certain people who think they know about managing BBC Radio 2.For God sake listen to your audience BBC!🙈
@@ianharling9569 Ze audience don't matter you vill listen to vhat ve tell you !
If you listen to this recording really carefully, you can actually hear the death knell sounding for Radio 2's listening figures as they slowly but surely replace on air talent with "quota compliant" box-tickers.
@Macavity Cheers Phil.
@@patrickmalone1902 🤣🤣
That's all a lot of things seem to be nowadays ! Just box ticking excersises ! Their not interested in what listeners want !
You are soooo right Tony...Without Steve Wright in the afternoons. I will be painting, drawing and listening to Opera... Bring back Steve Wright. xxxx
RIP Steve Wright. Total legend.
Just another example of the BBC hurtling towards its enevitable demise.
@Macavity
Well stating the obvious, if you deliberately get rid of presenters that are very popular with the public, and replace them with box ticking persons who are inferior, you are going to lose your audience, and therefore have no reason to exist.
Wait until subscription comes in, the BBC will find out how many people want to pay for the utter crap they turn out, the subscriptions won't be enough to cover their costs, goodbye BBC.
They are a disgusting joke with no respect Helen Thomas do us all a favour and Go
This is absolutely shocking. Absolutely shocked. Steve is a legend his afternoon show will be so sadly missed. Good bye radio 2 for me. Scott was awful standing in for Ken Bruce. Love you Stevie baby!!!! Don't push me!!!!!!!!!!
He's an institution. Scott Mills musical knowledge and personality is zero. Nobody in their right mind could say this is a good decision.
Ken and Steve are radio 2
They are all average except for Steve
I know I agree .. others are boring too
I've never rated Scott Mills. He was on Heart 106.2 before Radio 1. He was actually good on Heart, perhaps because he was clipped and confined to what he's good at, which is introducing records and giving time checks.
He's evidently the token gay for Radio 2 daytime. Zoë and Sara are the token females, with Ken the macho alpha male.
Steve was the real entertainer and it's like taking away a prime fillet steak from a popular restaurant and announcing its menu has changed to totally vegan 😃
It's Terry Wogan all over again, the difference being that Chris Evans is a good DJ and he has a personality, sadly Scott Mills is totally lacking in both these departments. The box ticking beeb raises it's ugly little head once again. Watch them listening figures plummet....
Plummet like hell
Just look at what they've done to local radio for example. At Radio Leeds, Martin Kelner's show was one of the most listened to in all of BBC local radio. They sacked him and replaced him with the INSUFFERABLE Gayle Lofthouse.
Just watch them massage the figures and claim that listening figures have increased. Terrible decision.
When Scott Mills stood in for Ken Bruce he was dreadful. Considering he is a Radio 1 DJ, he has no personality and a monotonous voice. Sounds as though he is reading his lines and badly at that.
@@sharoncross5371 You're right.
But its not fair to compare 'anyone ' to Wrighty.
DJ SILLY BOY MAKES us smile
Love the show steve... and that thee Factoid of the century.
Can we start a petition?
I'll do whatever we have to. Face book , Instagram, writing directly to bbc2
What can we do
We can't just lose him ❤
This is just awful news. Steve Wright makes my day. Why when he has such a large listening audience?
Will miss him 😢😢
Indeed . Steve Wright In The Afternoon is a British institution.
This is madness!
I live in New Zealand and got hooked on Steve Wright in the early 80s via a pen friend who sent cassette tapes over from his home in birmingham.moved to UK in early 90s and now back in NZ.Steve rocks.radio 2 you need your head read!
It is literally not possible to get better than this man. He's a one off. I've listened to him since the 80s when he was the best of the best. He does less comedy now but he is the standard by which all other DJs with their fake positivity compare themselves. He'll be back!
I agree
I’m gutted I’ve listen since 1979
Are you having a laugh? The guy is a poundshop Howard Stern. Stern is an unmatched genius. The king of all media.
I can't believe it.
I reckon he'll be back.
They're making a massive mistake which will soon been shown in the listening figures
@@fluorosco Radio 2 is going down the toilet and they will probably replace him with some hopeless TV presenter who can't do radio well.
I remember turning the radio on in the early 80’s as a young boy and listening to Steve Wright in the afternoon…. Damien the social worker, the Professor, Mr Angry, the thug, Dave double decks, showbiz gossip, Laura’s first love radio’s first soap opera, later Sid the manager and the Pub singer…legend..!!! A true broadcasting genius.✨👌📻🎙
I did exactly the same thing looks like we will all miss him
Mr. Spoons. Arnie the Terminator. Gervaise the hairdresser. Useless the Weather Girl.
The Daleks who couldn't get a new acting job because they'd been typecast.
@@raypurchase801 elvis has left the building.
@@raypurchase801 Gervaise was my favourite 🤣🤣
and Ruth!!!!!!!
Will never be the same I have listened to u in afternoon on 1 and 2 since I was in my 20s I'm 61 now loved your shows
I'm crushed
Mr Angry
Ask Elvis
Serious Jockin no g
😥
I heard this announcement yesterday afternoon from Steve Wright on BBC Radio 2 at home & I was somewhat bemused, shocked & surprised all at the same time.
I can remember Steve doing the Breakfast Show on BBC Radio 1 back in the 1990's & I have always enjoyed listening to Steve on BBC Radio 2 doing his popular Big Show in the afternoon on weekdays with his 'prod squad' of Tim, Janie & Bobby Pryor (the Bobster he affectionately calls her) & of course Serious Jockin' with no G on Friday afternoons.
I will miss Steve Wright in the Afternoon come October on BBC Radio 2, his London accent & his countdown to Serious Jockin' with no G during the week even though he will still be presenting Love Songs on Sunday mornings.
I do wish Steve Wright all the best for the future, he sure will be missed.
I be missin (no g) Steve terribly
Come October , just when it's cold and drizzly and the afterno o n s are drawing in & we'll all need his cheery voice and zany antics to lift our weary spirits , he'll be nowhere to be seen!!
Helen Thomas = FOOL !!!
RIP Steve Wright (1954-2024)😢
Steve Wright in the afternoon is one of those great British institutions that can not ever be replaced . What a terrible loss to radio broadcasting . I have no reason to listen to the BBC anymore. God bless you Mr Wright and thank you for the decades of brilliant content, you will be missed enormously in the afternoon .
I live overseas and tuning in to Steve Wright in the afternoon has always meant being "home" for me, especially this year after not being able to make it back for three years. Thank you Steve for the fantastic times, we appreciate everything you have done to make us smile in the afternoons. A wonderful presenter who leaves having made an indelible mark on the world of broadcasting.
I'm tearful and feel like cryin' (no G).
@@raypurchase801 me too
I live abroad too and feel exactly the same way
Hi Simon, me also. I have been overseas for 20ish years and having Radio 2 reminds me of home. Things will never be the same.
100 percent thats how I feel. Its homely ♥️
Steve is a legend.Love listening to him every week day.You know the old saying "If it's not broke,don't try & fix it " 👍👍
Sorry to hear this, and I sincerely hope Steve wasn't pushed. He may have been in the role longer than most, but there is a very good reason, given he is by far and away the best DJ the BBC has ever had and likely will ever have.
He is a pure gentleman. With experience comes class.
Its so sad, he is the wrong "profile " for todays BBC so they sacked him
The BBC is losing it if it has not already lost, its way. Let me guess, he's too white, not feminine enough, I wonder who the replacement will be? whoever it is I shall not be listening. Shame, Steve is a talented and funny broadcaster whose musical taste matches that of mine.
Thank you Steve for that moving message to your many,many listeners . Wish you well in all you do and thank you for keeping us listeners entertained with your posse . I'll continue to listen 👂 until you decide to move on . Here's hoping that you'll stay with BBC Radio 2 . You have a lot of love out there from your fans 💕🤗
Will miss you Steve. Good luck with whatever you do in the future
Steve Wright is the best DJ ever. I have always listened to Steve. He is an institution and legend. Steve Wright is our radio friend.
He cannot be replaced.
LOVE YOU STEVE
Very sorry to hear this I love Steve Wright in the afternoon.
Steve Wright In the afternoon is a British institution , like Buckingham palace , like fish n chips , like the Clifton suspension bridge , Viz magazine , tea and crumpets , cucumber sandwiches , Weston-Super- M a r e , the palm trees of Torquay , rain in the s u m m e r , Rod Stewart , Only Fools And Horses , inferior-quality cocaine , Carry On films , political sex scandals , sandals , bird-watching , and ginger nuts.
The afternoons are never going to be the same.
Steve Wright along with Tony Blackburn, Jo wiley and Ken Bruce are the last of the great Radio 2 DJs, weekday afternoons won't be the same.
Bless you, I can hear in your voice it hurts.
Steve Wright in the afternoon has been a pillar for the station for many years, when he leaves in September the station will fall from that pillar. Steve Wright's programme over the years from the Radio 1 old school to today has been nothing short of inspirational and will be sadly missed. Well done Steve for a great job over the years.
So humble. Thank you Steve for the amazing shows while i was knee deep in work.
What a terrible decision! That’s me switching from Radio 2
Trouble is though loads of radio stations out there.. none of them are interesting enough DJs.
Been listening to Steve since my farming days in the 80’s
A memory out of the blue *listening on a sunny afternoon, whilst walling, with my tranny (transistor radio) propped on the wall top.
Thank you for all the pleasant afternoons Steve.
Steve showed more loyalty to the BBC than they showed to him in the end. Shame on them.
Absolutely
The other big radio stations will be falling over each other to get Steve because of the millions of listeners he'll bring with him.
He won't be off the air for long.
Truly miss Steve Wright. Best DJ ever.
Not listened to his show for a long time but great credit to him. Amazing longevity and has never fallen into the BBC trap of being over exposed like Jonathan Ross, Claudia Winkleman, Jeremy Vine. Ken Bruce is pretty much the last of Radio 2's golden era.
I’m still digesting the utterly devastating news re. Steve Wright’s afternoon show. I have been a loyal listener through the decades. Steve is everything to the show. His wealth of experience, people skills, knowing exactly when to intervene, banter with the team, creativity, knowledge, honesty, humour and upbeat personality make the best radio presenter ever! He’s simply outstanding! I live alone having lost my husband and then my partner, Steve’s shows have got me through the darkest of days but also given me immense pleasure with conversation and music. He’s just like a friend. I find comfort in hearing his voice around my home/car like he’s talking to me personally, a rare gift in this profession, his programme is often the highlight of my day, I look forward to it daily. I rarely miss if I do I listen on the I-player.
I don’t understand the thinking behind this appalling decision. Steve has moved with the times, the programme is well balanced with music of all types including the golden oldies choices of listeners, Serious Jockin’, interviews, features, factoids. His enthusiasm for all of this is second to none. His salary is justified as he is of the highest quality.
Hearing Scott Mills cover Ken’s and other shows he makes numerous mistakes especially with Pop Master, he talks about himself lots and thinks he’s on Radio1 which is so irritating, he is not in Steve’s league and never will be. If the thinking is that we will get used to him in time, this won’t happen. Since Simon Mayo left I no longer tune in to Radio 2 after 5.00pm. Likewise with Zoe Ball’s Breakfast show. There are better radio stations around.
I am disappointed to hear that Sarah Cox’s show will be extended by an hour, she is again a very irritating presenter.
I dislike the direction Radio 2 is going in and I won’t be listening after September, losing a very loyal listener of many years. Hoping Steve Wright moves to a radio station where his talents will be truly appreciated. I will then follow him!
I absolutely agree Steve is in a different league can't for the life of me understand what the hell this woman is trying do she hasn't a clue. And is trying to make radio 2 into another radio 1 it's about the listener and there feeling not about a woman who's bringing in more females and destroying Friday night altogether. As for Scot Mills totally wrong choice Vernon Kay would have been so much better. But to get rid of the most popular afternoon show on the radio. Is absolutely disgusting and Helen Thomas is the one who should go. I won't be listening after September.
Absolutely agree with everything said there and very well put Helen Thomas has no respect for the listeners or what they want to hear its all about what she wants big shake up massive mistakes and radio 2 is just going from bad to worse a woman who clearly knows nothing about a radio audience and what they feel
Agree with all of that
Doesn't get better than Steve Wright!! What the f... Are they thinking?
The BBC are just disgusting, I hope whoever is responsible for this gets what they deserve. Steve Wright is the ultimate professional.
Head of Radio 2 Helen Thomas is responsible , and hopefully her foolishness will , come the Autumn , come back and bite her hard on the ✴rse! Followed by her demotion.
@@sirbarnabyst.johntoffingto9017 I can only hope that this will be the case. I grew up believing in the BBC, now I have given up watching television so I don't help pay the lefty wonkers and I would never trust a word they say.
Simon Mayo moved his brilliant drive time show lock stock and barrel to another station and I listen daily on my drive home from work, apart from ad breaks its pretty much the same. Steve Wright should now do the same, sod the BBC.
Scala Radio Chris W. I like listening to Scala Radio from time to time, nice classical music they play.
this is a tragedy....Steve is a jewel ...always has been...
this is a great loss and another box ticking exercise by the BBC...
This means Ken Bruce will be the only show worth listening to on Radio 2. So, so sad. Steve is a pillar of my life and I can’t remember there ever being a moment where he’s not been on my radio each day.
You speak my mind. Got me through some dark times on my life
Always a tonic when I’m down or not well
We still have Sarah Cox, Liza Tarbuck and Paul O'Grady, so all is not lost.
@Amperzand true. But…Lisa tarback and Sara cox are dreadful.. and.. O’grady show is a -bit old fashioned . tried them once or twice had to switch off. But that’s just my opinion.
@@sofiaplatini3273Fair enough. Just realised they're all northerners! Maybe that's why I love em! But we're all agreed Scott Mills sucks right?! 🤣
Mum has listened to Steve for 5 yrs in Truro carehome after a stroke. Thank you Steve xxx 💛🌞💫
A dreadful mistake. He, and Ken Bruce are the only programmes on radio 2 worth listening to. I'm really upset about this.
Too right comrade
If you're wondering, this isn't quite how it played out on Radio 2. Steve made his announcement at about 16:50 (10 minutes before his show was meant to end) and then played two other songs without saying anything. The end theme (as heard here) didn't play out - Radio 2 just went from one song to the time signal and news.
Like almost everyone else, I'm devastated Steve's Big Show is ending. It's been the sound of so many journeys for me - be them driving back from school, college or uni or going on holiday. I've never really heard Scott Mills myself so can't really judge yet, but he's got some collosal boots to fill.
Scott Mills is not the man to replace Steve Wright, the BBC is making yet another huge mistake. I listen to the breakfast show and the great Ken Bruce I switch over when Vine comes on and then I switch back for Steve Wright,now it will be Zoe and Ken’s shows and then a different station for the rest of the day.
Vernon Kay should be the new host
Me to , the BBC see it as going forward but Steve Wright and Ken Bruce are for me the backbone of that station. The audience volumes will dip in the autumn, when Simon Mayo left they did , they seem hell bent on replacing quality with cheaper alternatives.
@@robertlee2791 he shite. His musical knowledge stretches as far as 1990
The BBC wouldn't see that as a problem. They can't stand their older (and most loyal) audiences and are obsessed with chasing the 'yoof' market. Just look at Pick of the Pops which not so long back regularly featured charts from the sixties and even fifties. Nowadays its centre of gravity is the 80s and 90s with the odd duck into the later 1970s.
Absolute ...until Ken o'clock....then back to Absolute when Vile comes on....
Absolutely love Steve Wright - always puts a smile on my face when I listen to him..
It shows what a true pro that Steve is, that this announcement didn’t interrupt the running order of the show and waited right till the end credits to give the news. A true legend of radio, probably went on a bit too long at the end, but Scott Mills has some huge shoes to fill.
Reminds me of the shake up at radio 1 in the 90s.
Look out Ken Bruce !, you will be next. That will kill off radio two and the BBC Ken is by far the best now
Sorry I disagree I think Jeremy Vine will be next
If Ken leaves, Radio 2 will be over for me and will never be the same again after that. 💔
UPDATE: He's left. R.I.P. Radio 2
@@adam2.075 same here.
God bless you brother 🙏 xx take care x love your programme xx 😘
I always have fond memories of growing up listening to Steve Wright as it reminds me of my mum who always tuned in…..she’s not dead, she just doesn’t like it anymore
This is so sad, I’ve listened to Steve Wright for ages how does it go, if it’s not broken don’t, thanks again Mr Wright
Steve Wright your a legend, good luck with the future plans.
Absolutely shocking news. You can tell Steve is reading a script prepared FOR him not by him.
Been listening to Steve since I was 16, the varied music and his wit is what has kept me listening. I’m 34 now and this will be one of those changes in life that will shake up my routine massively. Going to miss the possy.
Always feel very nostalgic for my now very distant youth whenever I hear that voice.
His show on Radio 2 was at the same time as his old Radio 1 show and followed his old format he had in the 1980s.I suppose Radio 2 now is probably aiming to capture the ravers of the 90s and early 2000,s who are now in middle age.
Steve ‘love the show ‘Wright will be missed by many yearning for those days of his old medium wave show and ‘Mr Angry ‘ and Wichita linesman closer
You have been part of our working week for such a long time and will be sadly missed by all, no more Radio 2 in the afternoon for us ( Scott Mills No) then, take care Steve and thank you from us all for those fantastic afternoons
I have been listening to and loving this radio show for half of my life. I am so sad to hear that Steve is leaving it. 🙁 Andrea ..
Been listening to Steve Wright in the Afternoon and Morning etc, for 40 years, man and boy.
Steve you deserve a good long break. I will miss you but will continue on to do more. But do not give up Djing. Love you xxxx
_"Hang the blessed DJ, because the music that they constantly play, it says nothing to me about my life"_
Morrisey wrote that specifically about Steve Wright 35 years ago
This is a sad day for Steve's fans, I've been listening to him for years, Radio 1 then Radio 2,
characters like Mr Angry from Purley through to Ask Elvis and beyond. Who'll be next... Ken Bruce with pop master. At least after September I'll be able to catch the 1st hour of Simon Mayo's Drivetime show now on Greatest Hits Radio. How many other people will retune to other stations. All the best Steve.
Steve you are and all ways will be the nations finest radio presenter , it will Never Be The Same Without You at The Helm .
I like many many millions have listened and loved your inimitable style over many many years .
They say all good things come to an end , well why do they have to. If it ain’t broke don’t fix it.
You have my sincerest admiration for all the enjoyment you have given over the past 24 years , and I like the other listener wish you every success in all your new projects, and completely support you as you are a True Gentleman .
WE LOVE YOU STEVE . You really are a NATIONAL TREASURE.
September will be a very Emotional Time for yourself and the Crew , closing tune I’m sure will touch so many hearts .
You are part of the Family .THANK YOU FOR ALL THE MEMORABLE YEARS STEVE .
Ken Bruce will be next. Once Ken goes, Radio 2 is done as far as I am concerned.
Spot on with your prediction,
Ken isn't on radio 2
The last one remaining of the holy triumvirate, the other being Wogan
Steve Wright was always my fave DJ back in the '80's on Radio 1. On one occasion I was driving to work for an afternoon shift and he told a joke that literally made me laugh so hard I was crying and could barely see where I was going!
All the best with the new projects Mr Wright.
Mike in Perth, Australia
RIP Great DJ
I’ve listened to Steve for years we couldn’t wait for him to come on the radio in the workshop great listen ,great laughs another casualty of the BBC axe, Mayo , Wright , is Ken next ,the death of radio 2 🤔 good luck Steve have a pint with Mayo 😢👍👨🏻🏭
It's nothing to do with being good at your job, it's all about ticking boxes. Steve Wright was 1 of the best.
The BBC obviously don't care what we listeners want! Absolutely gutted by this news, the show is always fresh and uplifting so why on earth do they want to replace it?
Exactly! Just what you need for that last couple of hours at work. Ridiculous decision from the BBC. Scott Mills is terrible too. They will lose listeners in their droves.
Pure class, simply the best. HUGE mistake for BBC but then they've lost touch already?
Listening to you most of my life Steve, starting first on Radio 1.Very disappointing news! If it's not broke,break it mentality seems to come to mind.Wont be long until I hear you again with talent like yours Steve.
I'm can't believe they have done that to Steve Wright in the afternoon l love listening my favourite time when lm at home and in the garden my best times have been going on holiday Steve on the radio and we sing along 😀 l happy he's still on till the autumn 🍂 but will miss my afternoon with Steve the BBC have got it wrong 😢
Well, that's it for me i was just about hanging on anyway, once ken Bruce goes it will be it .
The only reason I listen to radio 2 is for Steve Wright in the afternoon
God bless you Steve Wright from Andy "J" x
Leaving or being pushed ? the one thing i wish he would bring back before he goes is ASK ELVIS this slot always had me in tears ,a true gent and legend ,BBC you are making a BIG mistake
I can't believe it.
He's 67 but sounds Bout 40
Full of energy and funny and sounds caring and sentimental
Why can't he just carry on.
Everybody love Steve Wright ❤
I have been listening to Steve Wright since he was a saturday afternoon radio DJ. This latest decision in the words Mr furious has ' Made my blood boil ' . Good luck with your future Steve & thanks for all the laughs you brought to my Saterday lunch times at work in my 20s. Love M
I have followed Steve Wright since he joined Radio 1 in 1981, and when he moved to Radio 2 in the late 90s. In other words listening to Steve has been a part of my life. I am absolutely disgusted in the way he has been treated. Helen Thomas you should be ashamed of Yourself.
Well done Steve and good luck for the future 😉
I remember you Steve at the beginning with Mr. Angry, still love your shows today.😀🙃
Mike Read used to do the voice of Mr Angry! I wrote and told Mike that I knew it was him, after he did an impression of Mr Angry and sounded more like him than Mr Angry did! ...Six weeks later Mr Angry was no more. Oh no! How angry do you have to be to kill Mr Angry?!
RIP Steve. Legendary. Nobody else compares.
What can I say? We're still in a state of shock here. Wrighty is unique. I can count the number of exceptional DJ broadcasters alive on just one finger. Guess who. The man deserved a knighthood years ago. I can only imagine he has been offered an honour of some sort but has turned it down. Steve has always wanted to keep a low profile. He rarely does interviews. His famous 'Wogan House doorstep' appearance on Friday 1st July 2022 was the first TV interview he has agreed to, since he appeared on The One Show talking about Love Songs, 12 years ago. Love the show, always. p.s. chance of a SHAHT-AHT? Also can't wait for Tim's intro - how long until Serious Jockin' (no g)? 🥳
And the day has finally come thanks for presenting this show for 23 years Steve Wright!
Hes the main reason i started listening to radio 2...
RIP Steve 😢
I've gone from loving the BBC TO HATING IT ON ONE BLACK FRIDAY AFTERNOON
WE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE THE SHOW STEVE
GOD I LOVE STEVE WRIGHT IN THE AFTERNOON
PLEASE CHANGE YOUR MIND BBC 2 PLEEEAASE
I WANT TO CRY
I've been listening to Steve Wright in the afternoon since 1980 on Radio 1 on AM. Later on Radio 2 via internet. So sad a good programme stops. Thank's Steve for many years of good radio and fun!
One of the best radio shows in British history. I used to listen to Steve's show all the time when I lived in the UK. He was an amazing disc just with a terrific voice and played fantastic music!
Love you mate, been listening to you for 40 years..a crazy decision. Why is this not our decision as listeners and licence fee payers?
What are they thinking. This show and the man himself, are radio institutions. He handled this announcement with such grace and kindness. Pray for Ken Bruce…….
Just heard the sad news Steve has died🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏😢😢
I used to listen to him back in the day
😭😭❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
RIP Steve
Gone too young
WHAT! The geezer keeps us going working. FFS! Why? Just because he's been there a long time. Think of all the laughs. Bad decision.
I couldn’t wait to 2 o’clock . I used to say it’s Steve o’clock time
Going miss Steve so much.
We’ve all had it so good for decades mate
RIP 🪦
Steve Wright
26/8/1954-13/2/24
✝️🕊👼🏽🙏🥲😇
‘‘Twas a shock to hear, a bit of anger initially but as he said, he can’t stay there forever. The next guy has big shoes to fill…
Goodbye silly steve, you were serious jockin alright. Legend. Hero.
As a self employed builder who never listens to any other station than the fantastic team at radio 2 and is now losing the God father of radio this is absolute madness !!!! My working day revolves around Ken Bruce. Jeremy vine then the God father himself steve Wright this is the man who has a working class of sense of humour I wish him all the very best and hope he gets snapped up by some other station . If this is progress then what a load of rubbish..Steve Wright I thank-you for the years of fun and laughter and to the Plant Pot who came up with this new idea I hope it falls flat on its face and your out the door with your box of madness ideas "