BREAKING BBC presenter quits after seven years and says job might be ‘brutal’
BBC presenter Katie Smith will no longer work for the 5 Live Breakfast Show, saying the early morning starts were “brutal”.
Katie co-hosted the program with Rachel Burden and Rick Edwards and she shocked fans after revealing the news on X.
She wrote: “I’m leaving the wonderful 5 Live Breakfast show in a couple of weeks after a brilliant few years of mayhem with Rachel Burden, Rick Edwards, and the amazing producers and editors.
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“I still remember the first time I walked into MediaCity and I knew I had to work there. Fast-forward a few years, and I can’t believe how much I’ve learnt, the people I’ve met, and, more especially, the places I have been privileged enough to visit.”
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And speaking about the worst part of the job, she added: “The morning alarms are brutal, and it’s time to have a new adventure – which is the plan for 2025 and beyond.”
Despite leaving the role, she is still committed to the Beeb, saying: “I’m so proud I’ll still be doing lots of that for 5Live Sport, and the BBC, who still bring us together for the big moments better than anyone else.”
BBC 5 Live broadcaster Elecia Hinds wrote: “We’re going to miss you so much! But the sky’s the limit for you! Onwards and upwards x.” Colleague Rachel also shared: “Absolutely gutted you’re going, you’ve been a total joy, always bringing the vibes and the knowledge. We’re going to miss you BIG TIME. Xxxx.”
Katie, who is from Croydon, London, joined the 5 Live Breakfast team in 2017 and has worked on major events like the Women’s World Cup and the Olympics.
She has also been a key voice on The Sports Desk podcast where she has discussed women’s health in sports and she has promised to continue working in the media industry in new ways in 2025.
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