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Scott Mills Debuts as Radio 2 Breakfast Show Host

The longtime BBC presenter launches his tenure with listener-focused energy, aiming to maintain the show's 6.3 million audience.

  • Scott Mills officially took over the BBC Radio 2 breakfast show, following in the footsteps of Zoe Ball, Chris Evans, and Terry Wogan.
  • The debut show emphasized listener inclusivity, upbeat music, and a lively atmosphere, kicking off with Robbie Williams’s 'Rock DJ.'
  • Mills expressed his commitment to making the show part of listeners' daily routines, promising to give it 'absolutely everything.'
  • Promotional efforts included renaming Stockport train station to 'Scottport' for the day and celebrity well-wishes from figures like Robbie Williams and Davina McCall.
  • The BBC hopes Mills will retain the show's 6.3 million audience amidst increasing competition from commercial radio stations.
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