BBC Breakfast viewers were delighted to see presenter Nina Warhurst co-hosting the programme alongside Ben Thompson on Tuesday morning. The 45-year-old journalist, who stepped back from her regular role earlier this year to present the BBC's News at One, made a welcome return to the sofa, sparking a wave of positive reactions from fans.
Taking to X, formerly Twitter, viewers expressed their joy at seeing Warhurst back on the show. One fan wrote: 'Good to see @NinaWarhurst back on the sofa. Bring her back full-time. #bbcbreakfast.' Another commented: 'SO nice to have Nina back on the sofa. She's so natural with people and a true pro. You've been missed - but love you on the 1300 news too.'
Warhurst's appearance comes after a difficult year for the presenter, who lost her father, Chris, in July following a dementia diagnosis in 2022. In a heartfelt social media post ahead of her first Christmas without him, she shared a touching tribute, describing her father as 'quiet and steady' and reflecting on the kindness of a former neighbour who wrote to her about him.
Fans rallied around Warhurst with messages of support, with one saying: 'Sending lots of love and hugs.' Another added: 'Sending you and your family heartfelt hugs.' Warhurst's return to BBC Breakfast has reignited calls for her to become a permanent fixture on the programme once again.
