DJ Annie Mac leaving BBC Radio 1 after 17 years

Annie Mac is leaving BBC Radio 1 after 17 years.

The DJ confirmed the news today on Radio 1, before sharing a statement on Twitter. 

Annie said: ‘After 17 wonderful years I have decided it’s time to leave Radio 1.

‘This second home has been the thread that has run through nearly my whole adult life; I have grown up, fallen in and out of love, moved homes, climbed up the career ladder, got married and become a mother twice over.

‘I have done this alongside you, my listeners, who have done your own versions of the same. I will be forever grateful to you all for welcoming me into your days. I have never not walked out of the studio feeling lighter and happier than when I walked in, and that is all down to you.

‘Working at Radio 1 has been like being at the best party ever and it is a wonderful feeling to be leaving with a huge smile on my face. Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU!’

The 42-year-old later tweeted: ‘It’s time to tell you, my listeners, that after 17 years, my last show on @BBCR1 will take place on 30 July 2021.’

Clara Amfo will take over as the host of BBC Radio 1’s Future Sounds from September 2021.

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