Veteran broadcaster Kay Burley, 64, has officially signed off from her Sky News Breakfast programme - and has wasted no time in making the most of her freedom. Embracing her new phase, Kay kicked off her travels in style, enjoying a glass of fizz at the airport, a celebratory toast to the adventures ahead. Posting a snapshot of her drink alongside her passport and plane ticket, delighting her followers with a cheerful caption: "Thanks @british_airways. See you in Africa everyone.".
Fans were quick to send their well wishes, with one person commenting, "Have an amazing time," while another user added, "Enjoy every minute, Kay. Looking forward to all your updates x." Others expressed their admiration, with a follower writing, "Enjoy! Cheers, Kay," while someone else confessed, "We miss you.". Following the snap, Kay posted a video of a leopard climbing a tree, sharing her excitement for her journey. "Off to my beloved Africa," she wrote. "Stay tuned if you’d like to see daily videos of life in the African bush.".
Kay stunned viewers last week when she announced live on air that she was quitting her role as a broadcaster after 36 year. The Sky News presenter, who has been a staple on the broadcaster's breakfast show weekdays from 7am until 10am, revealed that the show would be her last. She said: "From a standing start to one of the most recognised and valued brands in global news, it's been an honour and privilege to work with some of the best and hardest working teams in the business. News by its very nature is often devastating and together we've covered so many life-changing events - from the tragic death of Diana, the shocking terror attack of 9/11; the Asian Tsunami; the Concorde air disaster.
"But we've also enjoyed some wonderful high notes too, haven't we - the thrill of London winning the chance to host the 2012 Olympics; a plethora of royal weddings; jubilees and who can forget days and days and DAYS waiting for royal babies to arrive at the Lindo Wing. But after over a million minutes of live TV news - more than anyone else in the world - its time for me to indulge in some of my other passions - including my love for travel.".
She added: "So, after covering 12 separate general elections - including Sir Keir Starmer's victory last year - I am retiring from Sky News - let politicians of every party just rejoice at that news! Thank you for waking up and tuning in every morning. I can't tell you how much I have appreciated your support over the last three and a half decades: You're awesome. I will post more on my social media and hope to see you around. Please keep in touch.".
