Hosts Sally Nugent and Jon Kay kicked off the celebrations during Tuesday’s show (Picture: BBC)
Several former and current BBC Breakfast presenters have come together to celebrate the show’s 40th birthday.
Tuesday’s episode marked the milestone anniversary of the programme – which launched as Breakfast Time on January 17 1983.
During today’s broadcast hosts Sally Nugent and Jon Kay reflected on what they were doing when the show first aired.
‘I can remember what I was doing,’ she said.
‘I was getting up, getting ready for school, put the TV on and couldn’t believe the news was on television.’
Jon joked in response: ‘Because we’ve never had morning telly – telly started at lunchtime.’
Channel 5 presenter Dan Walker – who confirmed his departure from the programme last year- praised his ‘special’ previous team on social media.
‘Happy 40th birthday to #BBCBreakfast It was a real privilege to sit on the famous sofa for 6 years,’ he penned.
‘It is a special programme, made by an brilliant, dedicated team and it continues to be an important show for the huge, loyal audience. Also… @carolkirkwood is the best.’
Speaking of Carol, the BBC weather presenter also shared a smiley snap with host Nina Warhurst and sports journalist John Watson.
She captioned the picture: ‘My day is made’
Nina tweeted: ‘Now the party’s started!’ @carolkirkwood in the house.
‘Happy 40th Birthday to the news programme little Nina dreamed of working on one day. It hasn’t disappointed. A joy to be a teeny part of this iconic trail through history.
‘Tune in for our knees-up @BBCBreakfast.’
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The original programme was recorded at Lime Grove Studios in west London, which was also home to hit programmes including Panorama and Doctor Who.
Tuesday’s show also saw a return of the Breakfast Time on-screen analogue clock, and Kay was using a special retro-branded mug.
Special guests included former weatherman Francis Wilson and the so-called ‘Green Goddess’ – health and fitness guru Diana Moran.
BBC Breakfast airs every day from 6am on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
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‘Happy 40th Birthday to the news programme.’
