Nicky Campbell off-air after being rushed to hospital

Published on January 29, 2019 - 9:55 am

BBC Radio 5 Live breakfast show co-host Nicky Campbell missed his programme Tuesday morning after being taken ill at home and admitted to Salford Royal Hospital.

In a tweet, Nicky Campbell said: “Good morning from Salford Royal Hospital where I was rushed last night after a kidney stone attack. Blimey. Some pain that! Amazing care from compassionate professionals.”

Chris Warburton was called in as a last minute substitute for Nicky and presented this morning’s show alongside Rachel Burden.

Rachel told listeners she had been in touch with Nicky and he was recovering well.

Good morning from Salford Royal Hospital where I was rushed last night after a kidney stone attack. Blimey. Some pain that! Amazing care from compassionate professionals and – a new BBC publicity photograph. pic.twitter.com/bITQdEb4JI

— Nicky Campbell (@NickyAACampbell) January 29, 2019

RadioToday’s take

Nothing to add but… Get well soon Nicky!