STEVE ALLEN is a familiar voice to fans of his LBC radio show.
But his listeners have been left shocked after the controversial broadcaster announced he has quit his early morning show.
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Where is Steve Allen and why isn’t he on LBC?
Steve Allen is known for hosting his morning show from 4am until 7am on Sundays to Fridays.
The early morning slot involves discussion of stories from the day’s newspapers.
But the radio presenter announced he would be walking away from the show.
Revealing his decision to leave LBC, he tweeted: “Some news from me, firstly thanks for all your questions.
“My contract with LBC is up shortly and, following discussions, I’m stepping down from LBC today.
“I’d like to thank you all for listening over the last 44 years, it’s been an honour and a privilege.”
A spokesperson from Global said: “Steve Allen’s contract with LBC is up shortly and, following discussions with him, Steve is stepping down from LBC today.
“We thank him for his enormous contribution to commercial radio over the past 44 years, making him one of the longest-serving radio broadcasters in the UK.”
Who is replacing Steve Allen on LBC?
Global Radio are yet to announce who will replace Steve on the early breakfast slot.
Richard Spurr previously covered for him back in August 2022.
But as of February 24, 2023, there is no confirmed replacement.
Who is Steve Allen?
Steve is known for being the longest serving presenter on LBC.
He joined LBC – which originally stood for London Broadcasting Company but is now tag-lined as Leading Britain’s Conversation – at the start of the 80s.
He began as presenter of the Night Extra programme.
Steve then moved on to present The Night Is Young on the station.
When LBC was separated into two stations – 1152 AM and 97.3 FM – he hosted the afternoon show for London Talkback Radio and Saturday Night Out.
He is now of course best known for presenting the early breakfast show from 4am until 7am.
