Scott Mills, a well-known figure in the UK radio scene, could be facing yet another significant setback after being dismissed from his role at the BBC. The 53-year-old former Radio 2 Breakfast presenter was let go by the corporation following allegations concerning his ‘personal conduct.’ These allegations are said to involve a ‘historic relationship dating back more than 10 years.’
In 2018, it emerged that Mills had been questioned by the police regarding serious sexual offences involving a teenage boy under 16. This revelation has led to further consequences for the presenter. Recently, a plaque that honored Mills at the Fleet Services bridge on the M3 was removed.
Now, there are reports that Mills might also lose his Honorary Doctorate of Arts from Southampton Solent University. The academic institution, which awarded him this prestigious title in November 2009, is reportedly preparing to meet and make a decision on the matter. A source told the Mirror: “The committee will meet later this month. It will be recommended that the honorary doctorate is rescinded.”
When Mills received the honor, he expressed his feelings, saying, “It felt amazing after not really doing any education before.” He added, “I came out of school and just learned from the people I worked with and thankfully the people I worked with were good and took the time to teach me, but without that, if I was working at a worse radio station, I don’t think I would be doing this now.”
In addition to the removal of the plaque, Mills has also been replaced on the spin-off of Race Across The World by TV presenter and DJ Tyler West. Previously, it was announced that both Mills and series four’s winner Alfie Watts would co-host a podcast titled Race Across The World: The Detour. Scott and his now-husband Sam won the second celebrity series of Race Across The World in 2024.
Since Mills’ sudden dismissal, speculation has grown about who will take over his radio and hosting duties. Mills had been one of the highest-paid presenters at the BBC, earning between £315,000 and £319,999 in 2025 after replacing Zoe Ball on the Breakfast Show. With it understood that Mills will not be involved in any of his upcoming BBC projects, the favorite to take over on Radio 2 is presenter Vernon Kay. Kay, 51, currently hosts the mid-morning show, having taken over from Ken Bruce in 2023.
Other names being suggested include Gary Davies, who stepped in for Mills this week and is best known as a regular presenter of Top of the Pops, along with Rylan Clark.
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