Carol Kirkwood, the beloved BBC Breakfast weather presenter, has stunned her colleagues with her surprising career move following her exit from the BBC after 28 years of loyal service. While most know her for delivering the weather with a smile, Carol is now turning her talents to something entirely different—and it’s taking everyone by surprise!
In April, the 63-year-old bid farewell to the BBC Breakfast family, reflecting on a career full of laughter, long shifts, and the occasional chaos. “Thank you for trusting me, be it telling you about heatwaves or snow,” she said on air, adding that her colleagues have always been her “safety net and family.”
However, it’s Carol’s next chapter that’s truly shocking! While she’s always been the go-to weather expert, Carol has recently delved into the world of writing—and her co-star, Carol Klein, was left stunned by this new side to the weather icon during a recent podcast appearance. “She’s a great writer as well,” revealed Tom Allen, who was equally surprised by Carol’s literary talents.
The former BBC presenter, who has long been a staple of morning television, explained that her decision to leave the corporation wasn’t just about a career change. After marrying her husband Steve Randall in 2023, and dealing with personal losses, Carol said it was time to embrace a new chapter of freedom and personal growth. “I’m not getting any younger, and I’ve had some losses in my life. I’ve realized it’s time to get on with my retirement,” she shared.
But don’t think Carol is slowing down! Her sixth romance novel is already set to be published in October, and she’s committed to writing even more in the years ahead. Retirement? Not so much—Carol is just embracing a different kind of busy.
