Naga Munchetty is set to leave BBC Breakfast next year, with the news confirmed yesterday. The presenter has been a staple of the morning show for 17 years, though announced she will be departing to become co-host of BBC Radio 5 Live Breakfast. James Stack // BBCIt comes after BBC Breakfast editor Richard Frediani was previously accused of bullying behaviour, with Munchetty reportedly raising concerns about his conduct. However, speculation has risen that fellow BBC Breakfast star Sally Nugent could be in line to take over as the show's lead star. Munchetty is set to leave her TV role on BBC Breakfast in December this year, before starting her BBC Radio 5 Live job in January 2027.