BBC News plunged into chaos as host is left ignoring camera as broadcast is plagued by technical difficulties
THE BBC News at One was thrown into chaos has the studio experienced several technical difficulties.
BBC viewers were left confused after news presenter Anna Foster ignored the camera during a live broadcast.
Several major technical glitches occurred during the 1pm news bulletin on Friday.
The technical glitches included no package imagery for opening heads, no nations/regions opening heads, no lower-thirds and no studio videowall/tower package imagery.
The news reporter, Anna Foster, continued to read the autocue and headlines despite the chaos in the studio and lack of graphics.
The 44-year-old is an English radio news reporter, presenter and correspondent.
She has been covering stories around the world for more than 20 years.
She also presented the drivetime programme on 5 Live Monday to Friday.
Anna married fellow radio presenter John Foster in October 2009, and they have a son and a daughter.
Viewers couldn’t help but comment on Anna’s professionalism during the mayhem.
Taking to X – formerly known as Twitter – one wrote: “#BBCNews Anna Foster doing a splendid job holding this news bulletin together true professional so she is.”
Another added she “handled it like a pro.”
BBC viewers got another glimpse into the chaotic reality of morning television at 5.56am last Friday.
The cameras switched to the BBC Breakfast studio for a sneak peek at the upcoming program, only to find Luxmy Gopal still getting her hair styled.
Co-presenter Charlie Stayt, who appeared slightly flustered as he straightened his clothes, welcomed viewers with a cheery “Good morning and welcome to BBC Breakfast with Luxmy Gopal and Charlie Stayt”.
Meanwhile Luxmy remained unfazed, continuing to have her hair teased by a stylist.
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Displaying her professionalism, Luxmy seamlessly began reading the headlines as if nothing was wrong.
“The headlines today…” she started calmly, as the screen quickly cut to a clip detailing the latest developments in the US Presidential elections.
The unplanned moment didn’t go unnoticed by viewers, who quickly took to social media to share their reactions.
One amused fan tweeted: “Start your day with the professionals at #BBCBreakfast”.
Another chimed in: “Chaos @BBCBreakfast as they cut early to the studio and @luxmy_g presents the headlines while having her hair done! Great professionalism.”
Despite the minor hiccup, the show officially kicked off minutes later without a hitch.
By 6 am Luxmy and Charlie were camera-ready, and they delivered the morning news with their usual poise.
Luxmy Gopal has been a familiar face on BBC Breakfast for some time, frequently filling in for regular hosts during weekends and mid-week slots.
She joined Charlie Stayt on the sofa this week, standing in for Naga Munchetty.