Tina Daheley Breaks Silence on Scott Mills’ Firing and Reveals the “Real Reason” She Was Absent
Tina Daheley, Scott Mills’ close colleague and “work wife,” has spoken out after her absence from BBC Radio 2 this week. In a heartfelt post shared on social media, Tina opened up about the difficult week she’s had following Scott’s sudden dismissal.
Scott Mills, the popular host of the Radio 2 Breakfast Show, was fired earlier this week over allegations regarding his “personal conduct,” which were linked to a 2016 police investigation into serious sexual offences. Although the investigation was dropped due to a lack of evidence, the BBC terminated Scott’s contract five days after the complaint surfaced.
In a social media update, Tina, who has worked closely with Scott for years, admitted that she’s been struggling with an illness. She posted a photo from her bed, revealing that she had been battling a cold/flu and had been caring for her child while feeling under the weather. She shared, “It’s been an awful week,” and added, “Being a parent to a primary school-aged child is like having a subscription service to viruses!”
Tina confirmed she would be returning to her regular hosting duties soon, stating, “Good news is I’m over the worst of it and looking forward to spending two weeks with my family over the Easter hols.” She also mentioned that she would be back on air on April 21st.
Scott’s firing has made waves, as his podcast and other associated projects have been swiftly removed by the BBC and Spotify. The radio host’s sudden dismissal has led to widespread speculation, with some questioning why the BBC had known about the investigation for years but only acted now. The BBC has admitted it was aware of the police probe into Scott Mills but had allowed him to continue working for nearly nine years.
In the wake of the news, Tina’s supporters have flooded her with messages of support, with many understanding the stress and sadness she’s experiencing after losing a long-time co-host. The future of Scott’s career remains uncertain, with other BBC Radio 2 hosts, including Dermot O’Leary, weighing in on the situation.
Tina’s heartfelt words reflect the difficult emotions shared by many who worked with Scott and have been impacted by his sudden exit from the BBC. As she returns to work, Tina and the team will undoubtedly feel the absence of Scott Mills, but it’s clear that Tina’s resilience will guide her through this tough time.
