BBC legend Carol Kirkwood records last ever weather forecast after 28 years

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1 Apr 2026 • 6:21 PM MYT
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  • Carol Kirkwood delivered her final BBC weather forecast on Wednesday, 1 April, marking her departure after 28 years with the broadcaster.
  • She joined the BBC Weather Centre in 1998 and became the main weather presenter for BBC Breakfast in 2010.
  • Kirkwood announced her decision to leave in January, stating she had 'loved every minute' of her time at the organisation.
  • She described the decision to leave as not an 'easy one' to make.
  • Following her last forecast, BBC Breakfast hosts Sally Nugent and Jon Kay thanked Kirkwood for being 'perfect'.

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