In a touching moment on Sunday's BBC Breakfast, presenter Emma Vardy revealed she is stepping away from the iconic red sofa to embark on maternity leave, prompting an outpouring of support from her colleagues and viewers alike.
Emotional On-Air Announcement
During the broadcast, Emma Vardy made the heartfelt announcement that marked her final show before beginning her maternity leave. She stated, "Right, well, that's nearly it for us today. And my last show before mat leave! Bye," leaving co-host Roger to chime in with well-wishes, "Enjoy, good luck!" Emma reassured fans by adding, "I'll be back – see you," hinting at a hopeful return to the programme in the future.
Social Media Tributes and Highlights
Following the on-air reveal, Emma took to Instagram to share a series of highlights from her time on BBC Breakfast, accompanied by a poignant caption. She wrote, "Last show done for a while, maternity leave starts here, see you all in a few months!! With Roger hoping we made it through breakfast this morning without any early arrivals (we did)." She humorously noted the precedent of breakfast presenters going into labour, adding, "There is previous precedent of breakfast presenters going into labour!! Had a lovely last week at work, now the fun starts."
Colleagues and Fans Rally with Support
The announcement sparked a wave of supportive comments, led by her BBC Breakfast co-stars Sally Nugent and Jon Kay. Sally expressed her relief and excitement, penning, "Phew! Been waiting for that call. Loads of luck xx." Jon Kay added his congratulations with a touch of humour, commenting, "Yay! Now you can put your feet up, rest and relax….? Oh. Not really. Sending you all best wishes for your next big story. Good luck and enjoy the family adventure ahead xxx."
Viewer Reactions and Well-Wishes
Fans of the show also joined in, sharing their admiration and best wishes for Emma. One viewer remarked, "We've been watching over the last weeks wondering if you would still be there! The neatest bump I ever did see!" Another added, "Good luck, Emma, on your new member of your family! Looking forward to seeing you on TV again soon," while a third said, "Good luck, Emma. Hope all goes well. Can’t wait to see you back on the sofa."
BBC Breakfast continues to air daily at 6am on BBC One, keeping audiences informed and entertained with its blend of news and features.
