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    Radio 1 shake up as reality star and Blue Peter presenter land new show

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    RADIO 1 has undergone a huge shake-up of its presenting line-up.The early breakfast show will now see a reality TV star and Blue Peter anchor take the helm.A BBC Radio 1 show has been subject to a huge shake-upRichie Driss will front the early show from AprilCredit: GettyHe will be joined by reality TV star SMASHbengaliCredit: InstagramBBC kids TV presenter Richie Driss, 25, and SMASHbengali, 31, will front the channel’s 5am slot from April.Their 90-minute BBC Radio 1 show is designed to showcase the best in emerging talent and will see a variety of hopefuls get their turn through the coming months.It came DJ Arielle Free quit the slot back in February and Dean McCullough took the reins.Talking of next month’s huge change Richie, who was a familiar face to Blue Peter fans for three years, said: “When I was told I was going to be on Radio 1 throughout April, I was speechless. READ MORE RADIO ONE”Which admittedly isn’t great for a radio presenter!”But it doesn’t happen unless something as incredible as presenting on the biggest radio station in the world comes along. “I can’t wait to get stuck in.”Comedian, reality TV star and presenter SMASHbengali, real name Hashu, said: “I don’t think Radio 1 realise what they’ve done, get ready to wake up with an absolute nutter on your Friday mornings. Most read in Music”It’s going to be fun, a good cuddle you know? After all, early bird catches the worm.”We all need a solid start that can help us smash the day, lucky for you I go by the name SMASHBengali.”The Circle’s Hashu gutted as he realises he’s fallen for Manrika but can’t tell her as he’s playing as his uncle SyedHe added: “This is also going to be a quite historic because I’ll be the first British Bangladeshi to ever present on Radio 1. So personally, kind of a big deal. “Expect me to deliver exactly what you need on your early mornings, because it truly means a lot to me.”Hashu found nationwide fame on TV series The Circle.Meanwhile, Blue Peter was forced to deny the show would be scrapped following Richie’s exit in March 2023.Arielle’s exitScottish DJ Arielle joined the Beeb in 2019.Yet she was suspended last August for a week – after her on-air bust up with Charlie Hedges.She shared a string of photos and clips from her time at the station and said: “Hiya pals! Some news! As we edge closer to April and launch of my BRAND NEW DANCE SHOW (god I love getting to say that!!) I have made the decision to hand over my early breakfast headphones.”I’ve bloody loved being a part of the Early brekkie gang. We’ve got through a lot together.READ MORE SUN STORIES”There’s been numerous brain farts, Free Fails, a pandemic, endless rounds of Beat or Repeat, countless coat hangers and I’ll never forget those voice notes sent during the cycling challenge.”Miraculously I only slept through one alarm and even then I still made it in for 5.30am and let’s be honest I’ve made 4-7am the raviest it’s ever been at Radio 1.”SMASHbengali, real name Hashu, found nationwide telly fame on The CircleCredit: BBCRichie starred on Blue Peter for three years until 2023Credit: CBBC More

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      RADZI Chinyanganya got his big break when he landed the plum job of hosting Blue Peter.Since then his career has gone from strength to strength, and he is back on our screens as he reports on the 2024 Crufts on Channel 4. Radzi Chinyanganya is a popular TV star (seen here in ITV’s All Star Musicals)Credit: ITVWho is Radzi Chinyanganya?Radzi Chinyanganya was born on September 12, 1986, in Oxford.He grew up in Wolverhampton and is a British presenter, broadcaster, and TV personality.Radzi attended Loughborough University before studying design in London.Not long after this he landed a job as a Blue Peter presenter in 2013.Read more on Radzi ChinyanganyaWhen did Radzi Chinyanganya leave Blue Peter?Radzi was on Blue Peter for seven years until 2019.Announcing his departure, he said: “After 5 INCREDIBLE years, I have decided to hang up my Blue Peter badge, and say goodbye to the show I absolutely loved growing up (I’ll be leaving next month).”If you had asked ten year old Radzi to describe his dream job, he would have immediately said ‘a Blue Peter presenter”.”It has been a genuine childhood dream come true for me.Read more on celebrity”Whether it’s climbing the world’s tallest man-made climbing wall, swimming across Lake Windermere or solo-skydiving with RAF Falcons’, it’s been the time of my life.”I’ll always be grateful for the experiences I’ve had, the people I’ve met and the relationships I’ve made.”After 250 plus episodes, I have learnt an incomprehensible amount, met some game-changing people.”I’ve broken a bone and genuinely given my blood, sweat and tears.”I will undoubtedly miss being part of the show, but all good things must come to an end, and this has been great!”So whilst my voyage on the BP ship comes into harbour, as one adventure ends, another begins.”About which I couldn’t be more excited for what lies ahead!”When was Radzi Chinyanganya on Dancing On Ice?Radzi competed in Dancing on Ice in 2020. and was partnered with pro skater Jessica Hatfield.He was brought in as a last minute replacement for injured Michael Barrymore.A source said at the time: “It’s a real shame for Michael as he was hoping this would be his big comeback, but after his injury there is no way he could continue.”Radzi is now going to have to get up to speed really quickly to get ready for the series which is now only weeks away.”After battling it out on the rink, Radzi was the third celebrity to leave the competition.Is Radzi Chinyanganya on social media?You can keep up to date with everything Radzi is up to by following him on social media.As of March 2024, he has over 16K followers on X/Twitter.I’ve worked on Crufts for the last few years, and you realise dogs aren’t just cute. They’re great for mental health, they’re the most affectionate things on earth,Radzi Chinyanganya You can find him under the username @iamradzi.He’s also on Instagram with the same user name.What other shows has Radzi Chinyanganya hosted?Radzi has become a familiar face on TV.Before presenting Blue Peter he hosted London 2012 Olympic coverage and also CBBC’s Wild.The committed Christian has fronted Songs Of Praise as well as Match Of The Day Kickabout.He was in Doha for the BBC’s World Athletics 2019 coverage.Radzi also hosted the ITV show Cannonball and was part of the presenting team for BBC’s coverage of the Winter Olympics 2018.Since 2018, the popular presenter has presented Crufts on Channel 4.Speaking about why he loves hosting the famous dog show, he told The Independent: “I’ve worked on Crufts for the last few years, and you realise dogs aren’t just cute.”They’re great for mental health, they’re the most affectionate things on earth, they’re loyal and they’re always there – when you walk through the door they give you the best love, whether you’ve had a brilliant day or a rubbish day.” More