Popular BBC show returns to screens TONIGHT after being axed for weeks in huge schedule shake-up

THE One Show is set to return tonight after being off of viewers' screens for weeks.

Beginning in July, the popular BBC One chat show had been pulled off schedules in a major scheduling shake-up.

The One Show is returning to viewers' screens tonightCredit: BBC

It comes as presenter Alex Jones - who has been on a break from the programme - recently opened up about her futureCredit: BBC

The One Show was pulled off screens for weeks amid Olympics coverageCredit: Getty

Instead, Beeb bosses filled the evening time slot with coverage of the 2024 Olympic Games.

Ahead of tonight's latest instalment, the most recent episode aired back on July 25.

The programme's imminent return comes as one of its most beloved stars updated fans on their future.

Alex Jones, 47, has been a host on The One Show for 14 years, but recently took a break.

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Having been a mainstay on the famous green sofa for over a decade - Alex admitted even she cannot believe her luck.

Speaking to Fearne Cotton for her Happy Place podcast, she revealed her strategy for lasting so long on-screen.

"I can't even believe I'm still there, I think I just keep quiet," Alex shared.

"I just actually go in, do the job, and hope nobody notices that I'm still there."

Speaking about the show itself, Alex added: "Oh, I just love it,"

"And you know, people ask a lot, 'but what do you want to do?' Like [I say], 'what do you mean?' [But] I'm really happy.

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"They're like, 'but you know, don't you want to do a big entertainment show?'

"And I'm like, Well, you know, all new projects are exciting and a new challenge.

"But actually, it would be really remiss of anybody, I think, to overlook the bread and butter."

Some of Alex's other recent projects include a documentary for the BBC, titled 'Alex Jones: Fertility & Me', where she explored issues faced by some families trying to conceive and the pioneering science intended to help them.

She added: "And if you don't put your heart and soul like you do into this, nothing works. All the extra bits are really fun and exciting.

The One Show hosts past and present

The One Show has had a number of presenters since it launched in 2006 - but who are they?

Current

Alex Jones - Alex is the longest-severing current host of The One Show as she's been a regular fixture on the green sofa since 2011.

Jermaine Jenas - Former professional footballer-turned-pundit and presenter Jemaine joined the cast of the BBC chat show in 2021.

Ronan Keating - After stints of X-Factor and The Voice: Australia, Boyzone star Ronan swapped singing for chatting, also joining The One Show in 2021.

Roman Kemp - Roman initially singed on to be a guest presenter on The One Show in 2022 but made the move permanent the following year. This brought his time on Capital Breakfast to an end.

Lauren Laverne - DJ, singer and Desert Island Discs host Lauren became a regular host on the BBC chat show at the same time as Roman.

Guest

The One Show also has a number of relief and guest presenters. They are:

Retired gymnast Gabby Logan (2009–2010, 2013—present)

Former Welsh rugby union player and Morning Live star Gethin Jones (2009, 2020—present)

Watchdog's Matt Allwright (2010—present)

BBC Radio 2 Breakfast host Zoe Ball (2012–13, 2016–17, 2021–present)

Former ballet dancer Debbie McGee (2014—present)

Newsround presenter Ore Oduba (2015—present)

Former politician and This Morning star Gyles Brandreth (2016—present)

Watchdog's Michelle Ackerley (2016—present)

Irish presenter and Strictly alum Angela Scanlon (2016—present)

Today star Amol Rajan (2017—present)

Presenter and X-Factor star Rylan Clark (2019—present)

Former professional footballer and Strictly star Alex Scott (2019—present)

McFly drummer Harry Judd (2020—present)

Past

Previous presenters of The One Show include ITV sports journalist Adrian Chilies (2006-2010), TV chef Nadia Sawalha (2006-2007), model Myleene Klass (2007), former Dancing on Ice host Christine Bleakley (2007-2010), beloved radio presenter Chris Evans (2010-2015), comedian Jason Manford (2010), and Countryfile's Matt Baker (2011-2020).