Zoe Ball's dad Johnny accuses BBC of 'ageism' after her Radio 2 exit
Zoe Ball's dad Johnny has accused the BBC of 'ageism' (Image: Getty Images)
TL;DR
- Johnny Ball believes the BBC exhibited ageism in Zoe Ball's exit from the Radio 2 Breakfast Show.
- Zoe Ball hosted the Breakfast Show for nearly six years and reportedly earned £950,000.
- She later moved to a Saturday afternoon slot, which she hosted for seven months before it was taken over by Emma Willis.
- Johnny Ball questioned the suitability of new presenters, comparing them unfavorably to Bruce Forsyth.
- Zoe Ball previously discussed needing to reassess her career after missing out on a 'Strictly Come Dancing' role.