Radio 2 star Scott Mills has been abruptly axed by the BBC amid a scandal over his personal behaviour. The 53-year-old presenter is no longer under contract, with the corporation confirming his sudden exit this week.
Off Air After Allegations Emerge
Mills, who landed the Radio 2 breakfast show in 2025, has been off the airwaves since last Tuesday. This follows reports linked to troubling allegations about his conduct. The BBC has kept specifics under wraps but confirmed he is no longer working with them.
BBC Drops Mills Over Weekend – Staff Left Reeling
Sources reveal the BBC pulled the plug on Mills’ contract over the weekend, informing staff first thing Monday morning. Lorna Clarke, BBC’s Director of Music, called the news “sudden and unexpected.” She praised Mills’ long career across Radio 1, Radio 2, 5 Live, and TV, admitting many will feel the shock of his departure.
BBC Clams Up on Details
The broadcaster is tight-lipped on the exact nature of the allegations. With details still murky, Mills’ future in radio now looks grim as the BBC faces mounting questions.
