Jason Manford quits his radio show after eight years leaving fans 'devastated': 'It's time to hang up the headphones and say goodbye'
Jason Manford has announced he has quit his Absolute Radio Sunday morning show after eight years on air. The comedian, 44, posted a statement on Instagram on Sunday to reveal his news, but did not give a reason for his departure. Fans took to the comment section to tell Jason, who presented the show with Steve Edge, they were 'absolutely devastated'. Jason wrote: 'After 8 years of chatting absolute nonsense with no consequence (or 'Nonsequence' as Steve insists!), it's time to hang up the headphones and say goodbye to my Absolute Radio Sunday morning show.'Nearly 400 episodes of nonsense, laughter and whatever popped into our heads between the songs. 'From those early weeks with a revolving cast of comedians to the strange blur of lockdown & since with Steve Edge, it's meant the world to be part of your Sundays. Jason Manford has announced he has quit his Absolute Radio Sunday morning show, which he presents with Steve Edge (pictured), after eight years on air The comedian, 44, posted a statement on Instagram on Sunday to reveal his news, but did not give a reason for his departure'Too many guests to mention but having friends drop in so many times for a chinwag was a real treat, special shoutout to the always wonderful @thesarahmillican who did the show more than most.'I'll miss the silly jingles, the ridiculous games like #BinChat, 'Questions for Steve' and 'Hit Me With Your Best Chat', and how so many of you joined in and made it feel like one long, stupid, wonderful conversation.'Over 800,000 of you tuned in every week and somehow made it one of the most listened-to shows on the station. That's humbling & a real privilege. Thank you.'Jason added: 'Thank you for inviting us into your mornings, your cars, your kitchens and your dog walks. It's meant more than you'll ever know.'Watch this space in 2026, because I'm sure there will be more Nonsequence (still not convinced that's a real word, Steve) coming your way.' Fans told the presenter: 'I for one am gutted! Please say we at least get one last Christmas product tasting episode.''Noooo! Devastated. My favourite Monday morning podcast!''Think you 2 need to start your own podcast, Nonsequence will make a good title.''Frequently a ‘safe space’ for an hour when life got tough.''I’m distraught about this.' Jason wrote: 'After 8 years of chatting absolute nonsense with no consequence (or 'Nonsequence' as Steve insists!), it's time to hang up the headphones and say goodbye' Fans took to the comment section to tell Jason, who presented the show with Steve Edge, they were 'absolutely devastated' It's been a busy time for Jason, who had to undergo surgery in August after he developed appendicitis It's been a busy time for Jason, who had to undergo surgery in August after he developed appendicitis. The comedian was due to take to the stage for his A Manford All Seasons tour in Hertfordshire on Thursday before it was announced he was 'too unwell', with the star going on to cancel a further three shows. Jason underwent surgery following a 'scary' 24 hours, revealing he first came down with symptoms while driving at 70mph down the motorway.He shared on Instagram: 'Appendix surgery all went well, now in recovery with my Vimto, they serve it in all Manchester hospitals.'Bit of a scary & extremely painful 24 hours but thankful to our NHS & my incredible nurse mum who's a godsend in a health crisis!'My advice would be to not get Appendicitis whilst driving at 70mph on the motorway!'
