In a significant shift for BBC Breakfast, Carol Kirkwood has announced her departure after an impressive 25 years of service. Her final broadcast is scheduled for April 1, 2026, marking the end of an era for the beloved weather presenter.
Kirkwood, who joined the BBC in 1998, became the main weather presenter on BBC Breakfast in 2010. At 63 years old, she expressed her gratitude for the support and friendship she received from her colleagues, stating, “It’s been an absolute privilege to bring you the weather every day.”
During her tenure, Kirkwood has created countless memorable moments, including her visits to the Tower of London. She fondly recalled, “I have so many happy memories of coming to the Tower of London, [and was] so privileged to do so.”
One standout memory for Kirkwood was the 2014 poppy display at the Tower, which featured 888,246 ceramic poppies, each symbolizing a British or Colonial military death during World War I. “One that really stands out for me is the one with the poppies in it. That display was phenomenal,” she remarked.
In addition to her professional achievements, Kirkwood married Steve Randall in 2023, and she plans to spend more time with him after leaving the show. “I’m going to be spending some time with Steve, my gorgeous husband,” she said.
BBC Breakfast airs daily on BBC One at 6 am, and Kirkwood’s departure will undoubtedly leave a void for viewers who have come to rely on her forecasts.
As her final broadcast approaches, fans and colleagues alike are reflecting on her remarkable career and the impact she has had on morning television.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding any potential successors or changes to the show’s format following her exit.