How broadcasting legend Steve Wright left Radio 2 feeling ‘unwanted’

BBC Radio 2 DJ Steve Wright had left his afternoon slot at the station while feeling ‘unwanted’ – as a heartbreaking video resurfaces following his death.

News of the broadcasting veteran’s death yesterday at the age of 69 sent shockwaves across the world of radio – as tributes poured in for the star.

In July 2022, Wright departed his Radio 2 afternoon slot after it was announced Wright was being replaced by Radio 1’s Scott Mills. 

As he exited Wogan House on July 1, 2022, donning a purple shirt, red striped tie and suit jacket, Wright told reporters it was ‘nice of you to come over’.

Speaking at the time, he added: ‘That’s the way it goes… You know, sometimes people want you, sometimes they don’t. 

As he signed off his show in September 2022, Steve Wright told reporters it was ‘nice of you to come over’, adding: ‘That’s the way it goes… You know, sometimes people want you, sometimes they don’t.’

‘Sometimes they want to make changes, give you another offer, and that’s okay, I understand that, togelcc I really understand that.’

Wright added that the BBC had ‘always been fair and kind’ to him. 

Nevertheless, he continued working for the broadcaster, presenting the Love Songs on Sunday mornings.