BBC News at One presenter Nina Warhurst has broken her silence after viewers expressed concern over her appearance during recent broadcasts. The newsreader, who has been a familiar face on the BBC since 2010, took to social media to address the worried messages.
Concerns Raised Over Appearance
During her broadcasts this week, viewers noticed that Warhurst appeared to have makeup on only one side of her face, prompting questions and concern. One fan wrote: "Poor Nina," while another commented: "#bbcnewsatone gosh what’s wrong with one of her eyes she should get that checked asap get well soon." A third viewer added: "Did Nina Warhurst on BBC News at One forget to do make-up/lashes on one eye today?"
Nina's Response
Warhurst addressed the speculation on Instagram, explaining that she had been advised to let her eye rest. She wrote: "Thanks for the concerned msgs about my asymmetrical mush. I'm in no pain or discomfort, and my lovely pharmacist is helping - left eye just needs a few days off makeup." She continued to update her followers, sharing a photo of herself wearing an England football top ahead of the match on Wednesday night.
Career Milestones
Warhurst joined the BBC in 2010 and became a business and consumer presenter on BBC Breakfast. In May 2024, she began presenting BBC News at One and was named its lead presenter the following year, succeeding Anna Foster. At the time of her appointment, she said: "I'll be hanging up the high-viz and hairnet for a wee while as I join the BBC’s News at One."
Reflecting on her journey, she noted: "The second photo was almost exactly seven years ago. I was heavily pregnant, very nervous, and unbelievably excited to be offered a few shifts on the national broadcast treasure that is @bbcbreakfast … @stephlunch took time to show me the ropes and help me feel at home. The job was made permanent as we came out of a lockdown and began looking around and wondering how we might pick up the pieces to heal and live again."
Gratitude and Future
Warhurst expressed her gratitude: "It’s been a privilege to help support our audiences through this tumultuous time. I am always amazed by those who invite us in to share their stories. When I was a teenager hoping to work in journalism, never in my wildest dreams did I imagine there’d be all these opportunities half a mile from my Salford home." She added: "Our London colleagues built a gem of a lunchtime programme, and I can’t wait to work with our amazing team as we take it forward. Ps - I’ll still be popping up on the red sofa - if only to continue torturing Roger with my stories of air frying and washing lines."
