Paul O'Grady has spoken out after his Radio 2 show has been taken off air until May.
The presenting star broke his silence after it emerged his show would be taken over by Rob Beckett for three months.
Paul will return to the Radio station in May.
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Posting a picture to Instagram of him sat near a microphone with headphones around his neck, he wrote: "I’m doing my best to look benign but Sausage has just spotted Nancy dragging a tea towel down the hall and as you can see she wants a bit of the action.
"It’s my last Radio 2 Sunday show for quite sometime, our listening figures have shot up so a great big thank you to everyone who listens.
"While I’m on the subject I’d also like to thank my producer (sounds very grand) Malcolm Prince who is one of the best in the business and hasn’t cracked once in the 14 years we’ve been on air.
"There’s a new regime now, I do 13 weeks on and then 13 off which is nothing to do with me as it’s a management decision. So, all being well and providing I’m not in India or Borneo, travel restrictions permitting, I should be back some time in May. Take it easy. X"
Fans were absolutely gutted about the news but rushed to support Paul in the comments.
Kate said: "Oh Paul, what can we say. I don't know what I will do with myself on a Sunday afternoon, it definitely wont be the same without you."
Grant said: "Utter shame. You two are amazing and entertaining every Sunday and are always worth waiting for. 13 weeks is too long to wait but I’ll replay old episodes till then. Enjoy your travels and your break."
Jodotu said: "Don't leave for 13 weeks Paul. Love your show."
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