BBC Breakfast presenter Emma Vardy has temporarily bid farewell to viewers as she begins maternity leave following her final appearance on the popular morning programme. The 44-year-old host confirmed during the broadcast on February 2nd that this would be her last show before taking time off to welcome her second child.
Emotional Farewell on Air
During the live broadcast, Vardy addressed the audience directly, stating: "Right, well, that's nearly it for us today. And my last show before mat leave! Bye!" Her co-host Roger Johnson offered warm wishes in response, saying: "Enjoy, good luck," to which Vardy confidently asserted she would return to the programme in the future.
Previous Pregnancy Announcement
The presenter had initially shared her pregnancy news several months earlier through a heartfelt social media post. She posted a video revealing her baby bump alongside a caption expressing her family's excitement about the new addition. Vardy wrote: "A piece of news... We're welcoming a new addition!! Thrilled and beyond excited. Little Jago is going to become a brother and we can't wait for the next chapter."
Family Background
Emma Vardy is already mother to two-year-old Jago Fionn, whose birth she celebrated with a touching social media post showing the newborn resting on her chest. At that time, she described him as her "best breaking news ever" and expressed gratitude to medical staff at Belfast's Royal Victoria Hospital for their care during the delivery.
Television Changes Continue
Vardy's temporary departure follows another significant change in daytime television programming, as weather presenter Carol Kirkwood recently announced her permanent exit from BBC Breakfast. Kirkwood described her decision as emotionally challenging during her farewell announcement last week, marking the end of an era for the programme's regular presenting team.
The BBC has not yet announced temporary replacement plans for Vardy's role during her maternity leave period, though regular viewers can expect familiar faces to continue delivering morning news coverage. Vardy's enthusiastic approach to both her professional role and expanding family has resonated with audiences who have followed her career progression on the flagship breakfast programme.
