Vernon Kay was told he would 'be in trouble' by a colleague after making a hilarious on-air slip-up during his mid-morning BBC Radio 2 show on July 14, 2026. The blunder occurred when he read out a listener's message about wearing the popular clog brand Crocs with socks. Unfortunately, the word 'Crocs' sounded like a profanity, leading to an awkward moment that prompted much laughter in the studio.
How the Slip-Up Happened
Reading the message, Vernon said: 'Hey, Vern. I wear Crocs with socks. And they're proper, not proper c***s...Crocs.' He quickly realized the mistake and exclaimed: 'Oh, clip that. Clip that. I want that on my...not my highlights, my lowlights.' Still laughing, he continued: 'I hope you have got proper...Crocs cos if you've not got proper Crocs, then you're gonna be in trouble.'
His colleague warned: 'You are gonna be in trouble.' Vernon joked: 'I hope my Crocs work cos at our age, you never know.' As they continued to laugh, his colleague added 'especially with socks on.' Vernon mischievously replied: 'No, keep your socks on; it's safer.' He then quipped: 'I've loved working here. Thanks very much. Had a great time.'
Personal Context
The incident comes after Vernon's wife, Tess Daly, whom he recently separated from, was sighted wearing her wedding rings at the Wimbledon final on July 12. The former couple announced their split in May but are said to remain on good terms. Married since September 2003, they tied the knot at St Mary's Catholic Church in Horwich and share two daughters, Phoebe and Amber.
Announcing the break-up on Instagram, they stated: 'After much consideration, and with a deep sense of care and respect for one another, we have made the decision to separate amicably. This has not been an easy choice, but it comes from a place of mutual understanding and a shared desire for what is best for both of us. We remain great friends and most importantly, fully committed to our roles as loving and supportive parents, which will always be our priority. There are no other parties involved in this decision. We kindly ask for privacy during this time as we navigate this transition together.' They added they would not be making any further public comments.
