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The timeless tune was voted for by tens of thousands of Radio 2 listeners, beating The Winner Takes It All and Thank You For The Music to be crowned the nation's favourite Abba song. Dancing Queen was a global hit and became the band's only number one song in the United States. It was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2015.

She is one of the senior members of the family who remained a constant as the monarch stepped back to focus on his health - reminding the public that while the King is currently out of action, Anne will remain a stalwart member of the royal family. His Majesty is not yet clear of the disease and is still undergoing treatment, but his medical team are understood to be 'pleased with the progress made so far' and 'remain positive' about his recovery. (Pictured from L to R: Anne during the Easter service, at a knife crime community group, during an investiture. Inset: Anne and Charles in 2022.)

Sara Cox was awarded the Star Baker apron on The Great Celebrity Bake Off for Stand Up to Cancer on Channel 4 on Sunday. The Radio 2 host, 49, impressed judges Dame Prue Leith and Paul Hollywood after acing every challenge and receiving the second Hollywood handshake of the series.  Sara and fellow contestants Adam Hills, Reverent Richard Coles and Joe Locke were tasked with biscuits in the Signature category, custard slices in the Technical bake and finally a Showstopper where they created cakes depicting their famous best friends. 

Adam Hills opened up about his late father's battle with stomach cancer and leukaemia when he competed on The Great Stand Up To Cancer Bake Off.  The Australian comedian, 53, was one of four celebrities to compete on Sunday's episode of the Channel 4 show, alongside radio host Sara Cox, Reverend Richard Coles and Joe Locke. During the episode on Sunday, Adam, who hosts talk show The Last Leg, revealed his own personal experience with cancer and how his father had died from it.

Some faithful listeners have erupted in the wake of Paddy McGuiness's controversial departure from the BBC, but it comes after the comedian demonstrated extraordinary loyalty to the BBC in the aftermath of Top Gear's demise.

Sara Cox admits she was "a complete mess" after learning that close friend and colleague Steve Wright died while she was presenting her Radio 2 show. After paramedics were alerted to a collision at the north west London property, Wright was discovered dead at his £2 million home on February 12. And Cox, 49, who worked with the obnoxious DJ at BBC Radio before his death, admits that the tragic news caused shockwaves throughout the studio floor.

As Emma Barnett was announced as the new host of the BBC Radio 4 Today show from May, rumors are mounting over who will replace her at the helm of Women's Hour. After the retirement of Dame Jenni Murray, Barnett took on the main presenting role of Women's Hour in 2020. It was a natural stepping stone for the broadcaster, who first started working on the show as a 17-year-old and guest-presented for over five years before replacing Dame Jenni. But with Barnett set to leave Women's Hour in just two months - who are the stalking candidates set to fill her shoes?

Sara Cox died on Wednesday afternoon when she likened the death of close friend and colleague Steve Wright to the death of a family friend. The influential DJ, who was discovered dead at his £2 million home on Monday after paramedics were alerted to a 'incident,' has flooded in tributes.' During a subsequent interview with BBC Morning Live, Cox, 49, was announced while Cox, 49, was hosting her Radio 2 show on Tuesday afternoon, and she admitted she was still struggling with the death while still mourning.

Some of the Beeb's most popular voices have been kicked off Radio 2, including Simon Mayo (right inset), Ken Bruce (main image left), and Paul O'Grady (left inset). Listeners are supposed to tune in to their replacements, such as Vernon Kaye and Sara Cox, without knowing the difference. And the sheer injustice of it was brought home yesterday with Steve Wright's sudden death (main picture correct).

According to MailOnline, Steve Wright was discovered dead in his apartment on Monday morning after ambulances were alerted to a 'incident.' Only after ten o'clock on February 12, emergency services rushed to the actor's home in Marylebone, central London, but he was declared dead at the scene. The coroner's report was not being treated as suspicious, but police say a report was not released about his 'unexpected' death. Before his death at the age of 69, the radio personality hosted BBC Radio 1 and Radio 2 for more than four decades.

The radio DJ's family announced yesterday that he died on Monday, aged 69, with 'deep sadness and profound regret.' His last performance was a pre-recorded Valentine's Day special three days ago. In his final sign-off, Wright told listeners: 'I'll be back for more love songs next Sunday, ta-da then.' However, another one of his shows, 'in the can,' but it will not be broadcasting, according to The Mirror. MailOnline has contacted the BBC for clarification. Wright's death was seen by colleagues as'very sudden,' because he was in contact with bosses at the station within the first few days.

As they posed for a funny selfie, composer Anthony James snapped the snap (left) of himself next to the beloved BBC Radio 2 host (right and inset). The photograph was taken four weeks ago, when the pair met up in New York, and it is likely that the last picture of Steve before his heartbroken family revealed it on Tuesday. The musician released the images along with an emotional tribute to his 'dear friend Steve', who, he said, had such a passion for Life and Radio'.

Before his death, Steve Wright was supposed to return to BBC Radio 2 as part of a 'pop nostalgia' spin-off station. Last week, Bosses revealed plans to introduce four new radio stations in an attempt to relegate dissatisfied listeners to the BBC, including a new Radio 2 spin-off focusing on the music of the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s. The station would have been the new home of the legendary DJ's Sunday Love Songs show, which had been on the channel since 1996, before his'very sudden' death earlier this week.

During a touching piano rendition of the host's afternoon theme tune, BBC's Russia editor Steve Rosenberg paid a loving tribute to late Radio 2 DJ Steve Wright. The news of Wright's sudden death aged 69 on Monday afternoon stunned family and colleagues alike, as many tried to get to work by live bulletins. Rosenberg celebrated Wright's legendary talent as a DJ on X, formerly Twitter. "He was, quite simply, brilliant...a broadcaster in a class of his own,' He wrote. In the Afternoon theme, I play Steve Wright as a tribute to Steve Wright.'

Sara Cox, Zoe Ball, and Ken Bruce all paid their respects to the veteran host's passing on Sunday afternoon, sparking a torrent of emotional tributes from actors and fellow BBC Radio presenters, including Sara Cox, Zoe Ball and Ken Bruce. And now his listeners are sharing their own memories with Nicki Chapman as she takes the lead of the BBC Radio Breakfast Show from Zoe Ball. Longtime Radio presenter Steve has shared how his death "feels like losing a friend" and how "selecting what Steve meant" to them is so difficult. Some people have also recalled their fond memories of Steve's shows, reminiscing how they listened to him through their teenage and adult lives, while others have recalled seeing the 'kind, funny, humble, and lovable' actor.

Colleagues and acquaintances of BBC broadcaster Steve Wright have been left stunned by the DJ's death after he announced they only knew him a few days ago. Sara Cox and Zoe Ball's deaths were announced this afternoon, sparking an outpouring of emotional tributes from the veteran host. Wright's death was seen as'very, very unexpected' by coworkers, as he was in touch with bosses at the station within the last few days. They told the Mail: Steve had been talking to Radio 2 executives just two or three days ago... we were aware he was having trouble with his health, but nothing that seemed serious.' 'It has been a big surprise.' Nobody believes it. So recently, he was working with his coworkers. It doesn't seem that it's even real.' Jo Whiley, a fellow Radio 2 DJ, said it was'very strange' to be discussing Steve's death on her show when she hadn't seen him 'days before,', while Ken Bruce said he'deserved MBE's to celebrate his 'richly deserved MBE'. Wright, one of the United Kingdom's most popular voices on the airwaves, died at the age of 69.

The surprise has left coworkers and fans of the legendary British broadcaster 'heartbroken' and devastated his millions of followers. In a tweet today, his family expressed deep sadness and profound regret for the loss of our beloved Steve Wright. Steve leaves his brother, Laurence and his father Richard in lieu of his son, Tom, and daughter, Lucy. Also, millions of dedicated radio listeners who had the opportunity and joy of welcoming Steve into their everyday lives as one of the United Kingdom's most popular and well-known radio stars.'

The legendary DJ debuted on the BBC in the 1970s, then went on to host shows on BBC Radio 1 and 2 for more than four decades, attracted millions of viewers. Professionals have been left 'heartbroken,' while others have prompted an outpouring of emotional tributes from actors such as Ken Bruce, Simon Mayo, Zoe Ball, and Vernon Kay. I think he was one of the true pioneers of music radio, speaking on Greatest Hits radio.' I loved his shows. I'm sure a lot of you did as well. It was a thrill to be on the same radio stations as him. He'll be greatly missed.' Sara Cox, the presenter, said, 'It's really difficult to know what to say about Steve Wright's death, but we're all shocked and disgust with this news.'

Steve lost over one and a half stone by weaning himself off treats and walking regularly in Regent's Park. The 56-year-old actor, who was 18 stone at his heaviest, announced: "I've been eating healthily and I've shed about a half stone." But I want to lose another stone-and-a-half at least...I'm not there yet, but I'm getting there. "I've cut out chips, crisps, and chocolate is no longer available.'

Steve was a wonderful broadcaster and a very compassionate person.' He was witty, warm, and he was a big part of the Radio 2 family, and I suspect my fellow DJs will all be distraught, and we're here for your calls.' On Radio 2, the DJ hosted the famous Love Songs weekend mid-morning show on Sunday. His last program was a pre-recorded Valentine's Day special. We've all lost a wonderful friend who has been a huge part of our lives for so many years,' Sara said.

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As she stepped out in Nottingham, Princess Anne paid a loving tribute to her mother by showcasing Queen Elizabeth II's purple check coat. The Princess Royal, 73, looked elegant as she did a full day of royal engagements donning the chic jacket, which had not been worn by the late monarch before. The Queen, who died in September 2022, wore the purple coat as she disembarked the Hebridean Princess after a cruise with the royal family in 2010.

She is not for nothing; she is known as one of the hardest-working royals in the world. However, even die-hard supporters of Princess Anne's weekly workload might be surprised by the sheer volume of her daily duties. With her brother unable to function indefinitely from public service, the 73-year-old royal stalwart, who last year undertook 457 engagements, would be one of those picking up the majority of the slack. The punctual princess was picked up by helicopter at 9.30 a.m. on Tuesday at Gatcombe Park, her country home near Stroud, Gloucestershire, where she began her day on Tuesday at 8.30 a.m. to fly Windsor Castle. Theresa May Undertook an investiture on behalf of the King, who had originally intended to hold it until his cancer diagnosis. She became the first member of the Royal Family to be seen doing public services in the United Kingdom after word that the monarch was being handled was revealed.

The Princess Royal, who was seen as a stalwart of the royal family, was one of King Charles' close relatives who was informed specifically by him of his illness, which he had heard about from early last week. She is one of a number of senior members of the family who are likely to increase the number of engagements they take on as the monarch shifts his attention away from his health to education of doctors. In her capacity as patron of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists, Princess Anne visited Nottingham West Primary Care Network at Eastwood Primary Care Centre this afternoon.