BBC Breakfast's Jon Kay was forced to pull out of his first show today (July 11, 2022) as permanent host.
Jon, 52, was only just confirmed as Dan walker's replacement in an announcement on July 8, 2022.
Where is Jon Kay and why is he not on BBC Breakfast today?
Jon has been the stand in host alongside Sally Nugent since Dan Walker left for 5 News in May 2022.
However, fans expecting to see Jon on the red sofa this morning (July 11, 2022) on his first official day of the job were left disappointed.
Sharing a snap of his positive Covid test on Twitter, he added the caption: "Aaaagh! Finally got me [germ emoji].
"Gutted not to be able to start the new job officially @BBCBreakfast on Monday."
Tagging BBC Breakfast editor Richard Frediani, he added: "I guess working from home isn't really an option @BBCFrediani?"
Jon was flooded with comments including from his predecessor Dan who said: "Oh no Jon! Hope you feel ok."
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Who is his replacement?
When the programme began, Sally was seen sitting alongside Nina Warhurst.
The women hosted the show together after Jon revealed he had tested positive for Covid and had to stay at home to protect his co-stars.
Nina is a familiar face on BBC Breakfast, and can often be found hosting the show.
Hailing from Sale, Nina began her career in 2005 as a desk producer for Russia Today
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When is he back on BBC Breakfast?
It is not known when Jon will return, but he will have to have a negative Covid test, before he can even contemplate going back to work.
The broadcaster joined the BBC back in 1992 and has worked his way up the ranks.
On July 8, 2022, Jon said of his appointment to the full time BBC Breakfast co-anchor role: “I’m over the moon to become the new regular presenter of BBC Breakfast and I’m looking forward to bringing our brilliant viewers the very latest news each morning alongside my good friend Sally and the rest of the team.
"Sitting on the famous red sofa is a real privilege while covering the stories and issues that matter to our audience – home and abroad.”
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BBC Breakfast editor Richard added: “Jon is a brilliant broadcaster who can turn his hand to hard-hitting news stories, celebrity interviews and everything in between.
"Already a member of the BBC Breakfast family, we are thrilled to have him join the team as a regular presenter.”
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