Vernon Kay has shared his relief that he is still employed at the BBC, according to reports. He landed the mid-morning slot at BBC Radio 2 in 2023, taking over from Ken Bruce. On air, he momentarily forgot the name of a long-standing colleague. Vernon Kay revealed he has been banned from talking about his Saturday morning bacon sandwich on his BBC Radio 2 show by colleague Janine Maya-Smith. He also touched a nerve with a listener during a discussion about hot cross buns, leading to a complaint about changing flavors. Vernon Kay and his colleagues were ranking the various types of sourdough on air, which was controversial. He previously joked about receiving a ticking off from colleagues for discussing his bacon and cheese sandwich on air last year. Vernon Kay remained silent when his colleague Jeremy Vine mentioned the sacking of Scott Mills on air. Vernon Kay was left exclaiming why would you say that after his Radio 2 colleague Janine Maya-Smith remarked that he was stood exactly like his dad. He quipped he would get fired if he commented on a listener's story about her mother failing a driving test in 1983 due to not wearing a seatbelt. Vernon Kay playfully remarked that he'll tell people Jeremy Vine is someone who turns people's televisions off from a distance after Vine confessed to using a remote to control a neighbor's TV in a hotel. Vernon Kay told Radio 2 co-star Jeremy Vine you're unbelievable after Vine claimed people at the gym build muscles by scrolling on phones.
Vernon Kay launched his broadcasting career over 25 years ago when he joined the youth-oriented T4. In 2004, he landed a slot on BBC Radio 1 presenting an entertainment show every Sunday. Four months after joining BBC Radio 1, he was given the 10am to 1pm weekend slot vacated by Colin Murray and Edith Bowman. Vernon Kay decided to hang up his headphones in 2012, announcing he wanted to spend more time with his wife Tess Daly and daughters Phoebe and Amber. He was replaced by presenter Matt Edmondson at BBC Radio 1 in 2012. Vernon Kay has presented shows such as Family Fortunes and Vernon Kay’s Gameshow Marathon. He made a return to radio when he joined the newly launched Radio X in 2015, remaining there for two years. After nine years away from the BBC, Vernon Kay returned to cover for Rylan Clark in 2021, later covering for Steve Wright and Dermot O'Leary. Vernon Kay got scouted by Select Model London in December 1996, which changed his life.
I'm still employed.
Jeremy Vine described Scott Mills' dismissal as unfair. Scott Mills had his contract terminated by the BBC following an allegation of personal conduct. The BBC issued a statement disclosing they obtained new information which contradicted their culture and values regarding Scott Mills. Vernon Kay and Sara Cox are frontrunners to replace Scott Mills on BBC Radio 2, according to odds.
Vernon Kay arranged another consultation with Nick and received steroid treatment for his foot. Vernon Kay has Morton's neuroma, a nerve condition affecting the third and fourth toes, which causes shooting, stabbing, or burning pain. The NHS describes Morton's neuroma as a thickening of tissue around the nerve in the foot. Vernon Kay met a foot specialist named Nick at a service station while charging his electric car, who gave him a free foot examination in the car park. Vernon Kay injured his back and spine after jumping down two steps at the BBC canteen, stating he can't do it anymore due to his age. Vernon Kay was left in agony after a DIY job where he rewired outdoor lights while kneeling on damp soil, and he relieved the pain by sitting on a tin of paint. Vernon Kay's wife Tess Daly was confused by his actions during the DIY incident.
I've been banned from talking about my Saturday morning bacon sandwich.
Vernon Kay had bad news for fellow Radio 2 presenter Gary Davies about delaying a golf game due to a back injury from lifting furniture. Vernon Kay's BBC Radio 2 colleague Gary Davies issued an apology to Vernon's wife Tess Daly after Vernon joked about not finishing garden work due to a bad back. Vernon Kay admitted he has started to think about how many Christmases are left with his aging parents. Vernon Kay recalled saving his brother from drowning on his mother's 40th birthday during a family holiday. Vernon Kay made a cheeky biased confession praising his wife Tess Daly's swim short design on Instagram. Vernon Kay replied to a fan asking about his holidays by saying As many as I can!! Life’s too short. Vernon Kay had the best driving instructor when he took his test during rush hour in Bolton. Vernon Kay revealed insights into Dame Mary Berry's true nature, dubbing her an icon and saying he sees her in the village occasionally.
Vernon Kay fought back tears after opening up about a difficult time, admitting the pain of his latest challenge was worth it for the money raised for Children in Need. Vernon Kay completed an ultra marathon of 116 miles from Leicester to Bolton over four days for Children in Need in 2023.
I touched a nerve with a listener during a discussion about hot cross buns.
Vernon Kay is 51 years old. He is a BBC Radio 2 presenter.
What specific topics is Vernon Kay banned from discussing on his BBC Radio 2 show beyond bacon sandwiches has not been fully outlined. How severe is Vernon Kay's Morton's neuroma condition and what is his long-term treatment plan are not publicly detailed. What is the current status of Vernon Kay's back injuries from the BBC canteen incident and DIY work has not been confirmed. Who will permanently replace Scott Mills on BBC Radio 2, and when will the decision be announced, remains unknown.
Why would you say that?
I would get fired if I commented on that.
I had the best driving instructor.
I'll tell people you're someone who turns people's televisions off from a distance.
It's unfair.
I have started to think about how many Christmases are left with my aging parents.
I saved my brother from drowning on my mother's 40th birthday during a family holiday.
As many as I can!! Life’s too short.
You're unbelievable.
She's an icon and I see her in the village occasionally.
I have Morton's neuroma, a nerve condition affecting the third and fourth toes, which causes shooting, stabbing, or burning pain.
I met a foot specialist named Nick at a service station while charging my electric car, who gave me a free foot examination in the car park.
I injured my back and spine after jumping down two steps at the BBC canteen, and I can't do it anymore due to my age.
I fought back tears after opening up about a difficult time, admitting the pain of my latest challenge was worth it for the money raised for Children in Need.
I was left in agony after a DIY job where I rewired outdoor lights while kneeling on damp soil, and I relieved the pain by sitting on a tin of paint.
I got scouted by Select Model London in December 1996, which changed my life.