Nick Grimshaw quits BBC Radio 1 Breakfast Show
The DJ declared the shock news whilst li ve on his radio th is mornin g, which he has fronted for nearly six years.
Grimmy has been hosting the breakfast show since 2012, but has confirmed that he is swapping shows with Greg James.
From September, Greg will be on air from 6am whilst Nick will take the drive-time slot from 4pm.
He said: “It was always my dream to do the breakfast show and I’m very grateful. I’ve had the time of my life, but i’ve decided it’s time for a change and a new show.
"I love Radio 1 and can’t wait to get on with the new time slot. I’m so happy to be swapping shows with my friend and yours Greg James, and I can’t wait to wake up to him each morning. Not literally. Just on the radio.”