Scott Mills: Me and my mum are like best mates | Metro News "He would get the game and we'd love it," adds Scott. Scott Mills made history during his time at Radio 1 as a radio innovator and becoming a rare out, gay broadcaster in the early 00s. #LoveYouBye https://t.co/J2e6hYKT0s, Andrew Gentry (@andrewgentry_) August 25, 2022, For many of us in radio @scott_mills is the blueprint. Their show has genuinely meant so much to me. The presenter, who currently hosts the Monday to Thursday 1-3.30pm slot on the station, . 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Towards the end of the programme, he said: Ill try not to become emotional or self-indulgent, this is going to be a little bit difficult. Talking about leaving Radio 1, Chris said: "To wake up every day over the last 10 years and get to work with one of my best friends on a show I love is a dream come true.". And you would be wrong for thinking they're talking about last night's football (or Eurovision) and generally catching up, because instead they are laser focused on the next bit of content. @scott_mills and @Chris_Stark have decided that they will be leaving Radio 1 later this summer. 14/01/2013. On 1st July, BBC Radio 1 took to social media to break it to fans that Scott and his co-host and close friend Chris Stark will be leaving - with their time together coming to an end this summer. Future Publishing Limited Quay House, The Ambury, Mills said: Yeah, because if youve been on the radio for that long, like for me, if Im lucky thats a quarter of my life right on Radio 1? England and Wales company registration number 2008885. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. Huge changes are underway on Radio 1 as Scott Mills and Chris Stark are set to be replaced by Dean McCullough and Vicky Hawkesworth from September. The station I pretended to be on in my bedroom from the age of six. It seems sort of not real. Who is replacing Scott Mills is the question that's been on listeners' minds since his departure was announced and now we have an exciting answer! "If Barack Obama steps up, I think that's the deal we'll make," says Chris. Scott Mills' most memorable Radio 1 moments, Steve Wright to leave Radio 2 afternoon show, BBC to move key jobs and programmes out of London, Innuendo Bingo back on Radio 1 after Covid shutdown, Nick Grimshaw: 'I'm leaving in a leap of faith', More than 100 police hurt in French May Day protests, Fighter jets are roaring over my home in Sudan, JP Morgan snaps up troubled US bank First Republic. @Scott_Mills is joining to present an all-new Mon-Fri show from 2-4pm. A scary, and at times confusing, period for Radio 1's core audience of 15-24 year olds. Follow Newsbeat on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. Read about our approach to external linking. We have some sad news to share, they began. sending all the love! To view this content choose accept and continue. Only radio has the power to connect like that. [13], On 28 May 2018, he did Bank Holiday Monday show Radio 2 Remix from 4pm till 7. [31][32], In February 2011, it was announced that Mills would take part in the BT Charity Trek along with other celebrities as part of the 2011 Comic Relief Red Nose Day campaign. Why is Scott Mills leaving BBC Radio 1? - MSN Adding that his current co-host and close friend Chris Stark was one of [his] best friends in the world, the radio presenter also wished Steve Wright luck and described him as one of the finest broadcasters. [6], Mills moved from Power FM to GWR FM Bristol, staying with the station for two years,[3] before joining Piccadilly Key 103 in Manchester, starting on the late-night slot before moving to the mid-morning show. Scott Mills is very close to his mum (Picture: David Poole) DJ Scott Mills, 38, started his career on local radio in Hampshire and now has an . 2023 BBC. https://t.co/AFfx7kKpLk, olly alexander (@alexander_olly) August 25, 2022. (PA Images via Getty Images) Radio 1's Scott Mills said he is 'coming to terms' with leaving the BBC radio station, despite a period in denial about the move, which will see him start at Radio 2 in the autumn. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. In a social media post announcing the news, the radio station wrote: "We have some sad news to share. Scott Mills has welcomed megastars such as Ed Sheeran on to his show over the years, "We don't always have to be funny, we are very real with each other which is what people respect about us," Chris says, The pair have raised hundreds of thousands of pounds for Comic Relief with their 24-hour LOL-a-thon shows, Nothing to see here - just Scott and Chris posing for a selfie at the Radio 1 Teen Awards way back in 2014. VideoThe secret mine that hid the Nazis' stolen treasure, LGBT troops take love for Eurovision to front line, Why an Indian comedian is challenging fake news rules. "Tune into their next show on Monday from 1pm to hear what they have to say to their listeners. Heres how it works. The Radio 1 stalwart has covered for Ken Bruce and Steve Wright on Radio 2 many times before, as well as presenting specials such as last years Neighbours celebration. On 20 March 2017, he hosted a late night show from 10pm to 2am for Sara Cox' Dance-A-Thon. Farewell Scott Mills: the Cristiano Ronaldo of pop radio ", Meanwhile, her co-host-to-be Dean opened to the BBC (opens in new tab) about what it means to be taking over from such huge radio legends. BA1 1UA. Scott Robert Mills (born 28 March 1973)[1][2] is an English radio DJ, television presenter and occasional actor. On 17 October 2019,[19] it was announced that Mills and his Radio 1 co-presenter Chris Stark would start hosting a show on BBC Radio 5 Live. Andrew Williams Wednesday 19 Dec 2012 6:00 am. Bolton-born Vicky, 26, currently presents regular shows on BBC Radio Manchester and has covered a range of shows across Radio 1. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. They will present the Monday Thursday, 1pm - 3:30pm slot where they will broadcast from Salford. The DJ and his co-host Chris Stark will host their last show in August, before Scott begins his new Radio 2 slot in the autumn. [30] They came 11th in the competition after being eliminated in week 6. Scott and Chris will present their last Radio 1 show on Thursday 25 August, with Scotts new Radio 2 show beginning in the autumn, airing weekdays from 2-4pm. The DJ admitted he is also "a little bit in denial" about leaving the station after 24 years. And when pushed the pair say it would take a big name to tempt them to bring it back. I actually thought maybe I was making it up, maybe I dreamt it. Scott Mills makes Radio 1 announcement - Digital Spy "He used to call up, just as my mate when he was a student. It was more their passion to be there for their audience as a support mechanism - and none more so than during the pandemic. [3] Mills later moved to the late afternoon 'drive time' slot. Please enable Javascript or try a different browser. Scott first joined the station in 1998 as host of the Early Breakfast Show and went on to host many different shows across the network, and in 2018 he also became the host of The Official Chart Show. Their first show as Radio 1s new dynamic duo will air on Monday 5th September 2022. The pair will leave Radio 1 on Thursday 25 August with their replacements set to be announced on 5 July. They are both dedicated to their craft - making sure every single second of their show is perfect. How the audiobook boom made listening the new reading, When Vernon Kay will start his BBC Radio 2 show in May 2023 after replacing Ken Bruce, BBC local radio exodus begins as axed presenter describes 'unnecessarily painful' shake up. We have some sad news to share..@scott_mills and @Chris_Stark have decided that they will be leaving Radio 1 later this summer.Thank you from all of us for everything, we'll miss you greatly Tune into their next show, this Monday from 1pm to hear what they have to say. Steve Wright shared the news that Mills will be taking over live during his show, Steve Wright in the Afternoon, saying: I cant hold the slot forever, so lets give somebody else a go.. Please enable Javascript or try a different browser. View our online Press Pack. [22] He was challenged to do a one-man show, as was his co-host, Rebecca Huxtable, his producer, The One That Doesn't Speak, and ex-Newsbeat sports reporter, Mark Chapman. In 2010 he did another fringe show The Bjorn Identity which was The Bourne Identity to the music of ABBA. So creative and the best of the best at presenting a chart show. "I feel like I am going to wake up tomorrow and all of this was just a dream.". The DJ has built up an army of fans thanks to hit. He has presented high-profile programmes including the Wednesday night National Lottery draw on BBC 1 and his own pilot (featured on the radio show) of Reverse-a-Word. [36] He currently lives in London. The secret mine that hid the Nazis' stolen treasure. His best pal Chris, who joined Radio 1 in 2012, is also leaving the station. Every low this show has got me through and every high I have been lucky enough to celebrate has been here. the word jazz, which stood for "excitement", "energy" and "power" has only been known in music history since 1915/16, when it appeared in an article in the "Chicago Daily Tribune". [38] Occasionally on the show, deflective comments are made, and Mills often jokes that he "doesn't have much luck with the ladies". [16], From 2021-22, Mills was the regular stand-in for Ken Bruce. But I actually think that Im not too sad because I dont think its the end, you know.. Meanwhile, Steve will continue to host Sunday Love Songs from 9-11am, as well as a new Serious Jockin show and other Radio 2 specials. Addressing the news on his Radio 1 show on Monday, Scott admitted some listeners thought he and co-host Chris Stark had been axed. He changed the. pic.twitter.com/AMwLh5NTUPJuly 4, 2022, Scott continued, I really cannot believe Im going to be calling Radio 2 my new home! Scott was joined by Chris at Radio 1 in 2012 and their bromance has blossomed over the last 10 years - but Chris found his way on to the show almost by fluke. Time actually does fly when youre having fun, and thats certainly been the case over the past 24 years at my beloved Radio 1, he said. "He used to call up, just as my. Scott is a brilliant and versatile broadcaster, he is the man for the job! @Scott_Mills is joining to present an all-new Mon-Fri show from 2-4pm. Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? To view this content choose accept and continue. Scott Mills quits Radio 1 and takes over from Steve Wright in major The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Mills appeared on series 12 of Strictly Come Dancing and his dance partner was Joanne Clifton, sister of Kevin, who also dances on the show. After a whopping 24 years at the station for Scott, and 10 years for Chris, the pair are . Scott was joined by Chris at Radio 1 in 2012 and their bromance has blossomed over the last 10 years - but Chris found his way on to the show almost by fluke. Thank you from all of us for everything, we'll miss you greatly. Lets not get emotional now, thats for another time. Speaking to Scott and Chris on Radio 1 earlier, Vicky said: "It seems sort of not real. He said: Radio 1 has sound-tracked the biggest ups and downs in my life, and I want to say thank you to the listeners that gave me this privilege and allowed a bang average lad from Watford to live his dream. Stark said: Coming into the radio every day has been at times for me, and I think for you as well. Dean McCullough and Vicky Hawkesworth have been announced as the replacements for Scott Mills, who is leaving Radio 1 after 24 years. WCLV Program Guide 05-02-2023 | Ideastream Public Media pic.twitter.com/6EeESFvnpH. brilliant humans. In March last year the BBC said key daytime strands on Radio 1, 1Xtra and Radio 2 would be moved from London and made across the UK. Scott will be taking up the mantle when Steve Wright leaves Radio 2 (opens in new tab) after over two decades with the station. [19] The final show was on 20 August 2022. The show was part of the station's new weekend line up starting on 9 November 2019. He has also been a contestant on Never Mind The Buzzcocks, Supermarket Sweep, Mastermind and Most Haunted. Don't worry me and @Chris_Stark will still be with you on @BBCR1 till the end of August! Read about our approach to external linking. "I am quite literally about to live my dream and I can't wait to get going. No one will ever come close to providing the companionship and laughs that these two have given us. Congrats boys youre gonna be MISSED. Scott Mills at Radio 1's Big Weekend launch party. The 49-year-old is quitting the youth station to replace radio legend Steve Wright who has been hosting . You are also agreeing to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Scott is leaving Radio 1, which has been his home since 1998, and will also no longer present his Saturday morning show on Radio 5 Live. Chris, who is also leaving the station after today's show, says it has been "an honour personally to share this time with Scott". "I know you are all screaming, you are shouting at the television, you are throwing things. Andrea Falconieri: Folias (1640) Gabriel Faur: Dolly Suite (1897) Erich Wolfgang Korngold: Captain Blood: Overture (1935) 16:00 CLASSICAL MUSIC with Bill O'Connell. In addition to his radio work, he has also appeared on various television shows, playing both as a character and as himself. It was also revealed that Katie Thistleton would take over Dean's Friday and Saturday morning show. "It's a genuine friendship that that ended up spilling out onto Radio 1 and a lot has changed in 10 years," he says. Two brilliant broadcasters who deserve all the love theyre going to receive from the listeners and colleagues today. Is climate change killing Australian wine? Earlier, Chris announced he was joining the Global media company to present the Capital Breakfast Show with Roman Kemp. @sarajcox is bringing you an extra hour of fun from 4-7pm. Benjamin Butterworth (@benjaminbutter) August 25, 2022. listening to @scott_mills and @Chris_Stark for the last time on @BBCR1 incredible and iconic dont to them justice. Scott Mills is taking the well-trodden path from BBC Radio 1 to BBC Radio 2 after 24 years working on one of pop's biggest stations. In February 2008, he presented Upstaged on the newly re-launched BBC Three. Scott Mills and Chris Stark are hosting their final Radio 1 show today - and it's the end of an era. For his show on BBC Radio 1, see, "Scott Robert MILLS personal appointments - Find and update company information - GOV.UK", "Scott Mills Discovers Astrology with Russell Grant", "Radio 1 schedule: Scott Mills and Greg James to swap", "Chris Stark on Instagram: "We've got some news over to our official spokesman Listen to @bbcradio1 Monday at 1pm! Scott Mills is a radio presenter from Eastleigh, Hampshire. Scott and his co-host Chris Stark will present their last Radio 1 show on Thursday 25 August, and will also finish up hosting their Saturday morning show on 5 Live. [42], Mills has supported climate change causes such as Global Cool. (PA Images via Getty Images) Radio 1's Scott Mills said he is 'coming to terms' with leaving the BBC radio station, despite a period in denial about the move, which will see him start at Radio 2 in the autumn. Steve said: After nearly 24 years of presenting 6 shows a week on Radio 2 - onwards and upwards for some brand new challenges. Scott Mills to leave BBC Radio 1 for BBC Radio 2 afternoons SCOTT Mills is leaving BBC Radio 1 - to take over one of the biggest shows on the airwaves. The show included one last surprise for Mills as Radio 1 operations manager, Tony Wood, announced that their studio, previously called 82A would be renamed 82Mills in his honour.