Nina Warhurst, the much-loved presenter of BBC Breakfast, caught viewers off guard on December 22, when she provided rare insights about her personal life during the morning show. Co-hosting alongside Roger Johnson, the duo discussed the much-anticipated special anniversary episode of the iconic dance competition Strictly Come Dancing, aptly titled Strictly Come Dancing: 20 Fabulous Years, which aired the previous night.
This celebratory episode marked two decades of the beloved show, featuring heartfelt tributes to the late Bruce Forsyth, the former host, and former contestant Caroline Flack. Viewers were treated to interviews with judges, professional dancers, and contestants, alongside exclusive backstage glimpses, reminding fans of the show's enduring legacy.
After airing snippets from the festive special, Nina remarked, "Looks like a gorgeous episode," only to follow up with the surprising confession: "Another one I missed last night because... I was out socialising for once." This unexpected admission left her co-host, Roger, momentarily stunned. "Were you?" he questioned, his expression one of genuine surprise.
Nina continued to elaborate, saying, "Into bed early obviously, but it's on my list for the Christmas telly binge," prompting Roger to share his own experience. "Yes, I was out as well," he chimed in with a mischievous grin, to which Nina spun around, beaming with delight. "I went to bed early though. Got to," he added quickly, before steering the conversation back to the weather forecast.
Known for her preference to keep her off-screen life private, Nina's candid moment stood out on the program, offering viewers a glimpse of her personal side. This sneak peek wasn't the first time Nina had opened up, as she had previously shared insights during another episode of BBC Breakfast back in October. While discussing the secrets to successful marriages with Roger, Nina had revealed, "I think lots of partners would say 'just don't talk about work'," to which she added with honesty, "Certainly my husband would."
Nina's husband, Ted Fraser, is known as the founder of Fed by Ted. The couple's story is one filled with serendipity; they first crossed paths on holiday, leading to whirlwind romance and their wedding just one year later, tied the knot back in 2014.
During the December 22 episode, Nina's light-hearted banter and genuine revelations offered fans not just entertainment but also connection, showcasing her humanity amid her professional life. This personal touch contributes to what makes BBC Breakfast such a cherished program among its audience.
BBC Breakfast airs daily from 6am on BBC One and streams on BBC iPlayer.
