BBC Cuts Hit Favorites, Naga Moves On | London News

The BBC is slashing beloved shows like Blankety Blank, Celebrity Mastermind, and Live at the Apollo as part of a $500 million savings plan over three years — but regular Mastermind stays. Each canceled show gets one final season. The network vows to keep pushing bold entertainment and nurturing new comedy talent through digital platforms. Meanwhile, BBC Breakfast’s Naga Munchetty is leaving after 17 years to join 5 Live Breakfast in January — just as current hosts Rick Edwards and Rachel Burden exit in December, sparking a major reshuffle at the Beeb. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1df9d29762663ccd