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BBC Sacks Popular Presenter Amid Misconduct Claims
30 Mar
Summary
- Popular presenter Scott Mills was fired by the BBC.
- The dismissal follows an allegation of personal misconduct.
- Mills had recently hosted a Radio 2 afternoon show.
Scott Mills, a prominent 53-year-old broadcaster, has had his contract with the BBC terminated due to an allegation concerning his personal conduct. Sources indicate he was removed from his Radio 2 afternoon show last Tuesday as the claim was being assessed and was informed of his dismissal at the weekend.
The BBC confirmed Mills is no longer contracted with the broadcaster, stating that the termination followed allegations of personal conduct, without providing further details. This sudden exit follows his recent announcement as a host for the Race Across The World spin-off, The Detour.
Mills had a long tenure with the BBC, joining Radio 1 in 1998 and eventually hosting his own afternoon show. He transitioned to Radio 2 in October 2022, later taking over the flagship breakfast slot from Zoe Ball last year. His career also includes television appearances and competing in Strictly Come Dancing.
