Dan Walker has revealed he is stepping down from his role on BBC's Breakfast in a major career move to Channel 5.
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The TV anchor, who first appeared on Breakfast in 2016, will be stepping down from his role on the morning news show to head over to Channel 5 to present the news as well as other projects for the broadcaster.
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In a video statement shared on Channel 5's official Twitter, Dan could be seen addressing the camera. "Dan Walker here, I have a little bit of news for you," the former Strictly star began.
"In the next few weeks, I'm going to be leaving BBC Breakfast and moving to 5 News and to Channel 5. I'm really excited but this has also been a massive decision for me because I love BBC Breakfast, I love working alongside Sally and I love the team there. But Channel 5 came with big ambitions, with big plans. And I don't think opportunities like this come around very often. And I can't wait."
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© Photo: InstagramDan Walker with BBC Breakfast's Sally Nugent
Dan continued: "I've also had the incredible privilege of working on some iconic programmes over the last few years, both at the BBC and elsewhere, and what I love about this deal is I not only get to present the news, but also host a whole range of new programmes right across the channel.
"And what an honour to step into the shoes of Sian Williams. I know how popular she is with both the team and the audience, so all I can say is I will do my very best to maintain her incredibly high standards. Thank you for watching and I'll see you soon on a TV screen somewhere."
Needless to say, fans were quick to wish the broadcaster luck on his new venture. One person wrote: "Congratulations Mr Dan the new channel 5 man. Be looking forward to seeing you present all the diverse items. You're a total top man."
Dan made the announcement on social media
A second tweeted: "Good news Dan, time for a lie in," as a third wrote: "Oh wow well best of luck in your new venture."
The official statement from Channel 5 explains that Dan will be the "presenter of the flagship news programme, 5 News. The move will also see him present a slate of new shows on the channel."
The statement continues: "He will also have an expanded role that will see him become a familiar face across the channel. His distinguished career in news and broadcasting has seen him cover major breaking news stories, international sporting events and conduct high profile interviews."
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