Dan Walker reveals he’s ‘missed out on amazing jobs’ because of his strict work rule – but has no regrets
However, Dan revealed not all of his family follow his rule
DAN Walker has revealed he’s missed out on jobs because of a strict rule he refuses to budge on.
The beloved presenter, 47, is best known for presenting shows such as BBC Breakfast and Football Focus.
But despite his soaring popularity, Dan has revealed he’s missed out on ‘amazing jobs’ over his faith.
He’s a devout Christian and the son of a pastor.
As a rule Dan won’t work on Sundays and uses the day to spend time with his family.
He explained: “I’ve never done it to prove anybody wrong. I just need that sort of day when my family knows I am going to be there and it’s a day to do something a little bit different.
“My sister’s a nurse; she works on Sunday. Obviously my dad’s a pastor so he used to work every Sunday.”
He continued to tell Sorted Magazine: “But it has worked for me. I know there are plenty of things that I’ve not been able to do over the years, amazing jobs that I’ve turned down, but I’m very happy with that decision.
“I’ve never tried to give anybody another reason not to employ me. I also make a very good cup of tea which is important.”
Dan – who left the BBC Breakfast in 2021 – stopped short of revealing which roles he could’ve bagged.
These days the dad-of-two presents Channel 5 News on weeknights and also his hour-long show each morning on Classic FM.
Last year the star was caught up in a horror collision whilst cycling which left him with a bloodied and bruised face.
Dan was hit by a car that sent him flying off his bike, knocking him out for 25 minutes.
Dan Walker's career highlights
North West Tonight – Dan began working at this regional news programme for the BBC in 2004. One year later he was nominated for the Nations and Regions Sports Presenter or Commentator prize at the Royal Television Society Sports Awards.
Football Focus – He took over as the presenter of the BBC show in 2009. He headed up the show for the next 12 years before Alex Scott took over in 2021.
BBC Breakfast – Dan Walker started hosting the popular morning news show in 2016.
Strictly Come Dancing – He took to the ballroom floor alongside professional dancer Nadiya Bychkova in 2021. Dan made it to the final five, but was eliminated before he could claim a spot in the semi-finals.
Channel 5 – The presenter made the switch from the Beeb to Channel 5 in 2022, where he continued to cover UK news.
The Weakest Link – He participated in an episode of the quiz show in 2022 alongside other former Strictly stars. Dan won the special and managed to bank £10,000 for charity.
Classic FM – Dan started hosting the weekday breakfast show on the radio programme in 2024, and within months racked up over 2 million listeners.