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Radio 2 axed Ken Bruce early 'as the BBC thought every second he stayed on air was free publicity for his new show' - UK Daily News
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BBC Radio 2 on Twitter: "Thank you Ken and congratulations on fantastic career at the BBC! 🧡 https://t.co/jMHHKT1tgL" / Twitter
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BBC Radio 2 launches rival pop quiz as Ken Bruce takes Popmaster with him to new job - Mirror Online
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Ken Bruce exit speech and last song as listeners in tears over broadcaster's final BBC Radio 2 show - Wales Online
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