A BBC Radio 2 star has announced a huge move after being poached by a rival station. Gaby Roslin will soon be joining Magic Radio to host a new weekend show after being snapped up from BBC Radio 2 as the corporation’s exodus continues.
“I am so excited to finally be able to share the news that I’m joining the Magic Radio family,” she said. Gaby added: “Literally an opportunity that couldn’t be missed.” The DJ added: “How lucky am I that I get to spend Saturday mornings with the fabulous Magic Radio listeners – finding out how everyone plans to spend their weekend and spending some time with them at the start of the best two days of the week.”
One fan asked: “Does that mean no more cover on R2?” to which she responded: “Hope you enjoy listening to @magicfm.” A second said: “Congratulations. Does that mean you won’t be on Radio 2 anymore?” and she replied with: “Hope you enjoy the show.”
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A third typed: “Yay! That’s a great match!! Xx.” A fourth wrote: “Congratulations @gabyroslin! She’s been at the top of her game for over 30 years!” Former Radio 2 star Zoe Ball then said: “Go girl xxxx,” underneath the announcement post.
Magic Radio Content Director Paul Sylvester said: “Gaby is one of Britain’s best broadcasters and we’re delighted to be able to announce today that she’s joining the Magic family. Alongside our current much-loved on-air team, and with Gok Wan, Nicki Chapman and Mel Giedroyc, also joining us in January, 2025 is set to be an exciting year for the station with much more to come.”
The 60-year-old rose to fame co-presenting The Big Breakfast on Channel 4 between 1992 and 1996. Roslin also presented the Children in Need charity telethons on the BBC between 1995 and 2004.