In a significant shake-up for ITV News, one of its most familiar faces has announced a sudden departure. Veteran journalist and presenter Sally Biddulph has confirmed she is leaving the broadcaster after an impressive 17-year tenure.
An End of an Era for a Broadcasting Stalwart
Biddulph broke the news to her followers on X, formerly Twitter, on Tuesday, December 16. In an emotional post, she declared, "And that’s a wrap! Today is my last day @itvnews after 17 years." She described her time at the network as "a ride" and "a privilege," paying tribute to her "amazing colleagues."
The presenter, who has been a fixture for viewers since 2009, has held numerous key roles during her long career. Her positions included:
- News Correspondent
- Political Correspondent
- Relief presenter on flagship bulletins like ITV News at 5:30 and ITV Lunchtime News
In 2014, she took on the prominent role of newsreader for ITV News London during Good Morning Britain, becoming a regular and trusted voice for the morning audience. She also served as a reporter on the ITV Lunchtime News and presented weekend daytime updates on a rotating basis.
Colleagues and Fans Pay Tribute
The announcement prompted an outpouring of support and well-wishes from colleagues and viewers alike. Good Morning Britain's Charlotte Hawkins simply stated, "You’ll be much missed Sally!" while ITV News Royal Editor Chris Ship called her a "great colleague and friend to many for many years."
Fans on social media expressed their sadness, with one noting they would miss her in the mornings and praising her as a "great presenter on the early shifts." Another wished her well, joking about enjoying the "lie-ins" that come with her "later morning alarm clock."
Second High-Profile GMB Departure in Days
Biddulph's exit follows closely on the heels of another departure from the Good Morning Britain family. Just days earlier, commentator and journalist Andrew Pierce revealed he was also leaving the programme.
The 64-year-old, who regularly debates the news alongside Kevin Maguire, hinted at his exit on air last week. He later confirmed on X that his final week on GMB was imminent, citing scheduling conflicts with his presenting role on GB News. Pierce described it as the "end of an era," mirroring the sentiment expressed by Biddulph.
These back-to-back announcements mark a period of notable change for the ITV daytime news landscape, as two long-serving personalities move on to new chapters.
