Vernon Kay breaks down in tears as he reveals Tess Daly's reaction amid Radio 2 backlash

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Vernon Kay has addressed the controversy over his new gig, which sees him replacing Ken Bruce on BBC Radio 2.The All Star Family Fortunes presenter, who is married to Tess Daly, will take over in May with Ken's final show airing on 3 March after 31 years at the helm.WATCH: Vernon Kay forced to apologise after This Morning guest's on-air blunder Appearing on Zoe Ball's show on Monday morning, Vernon was reduced to tears as he spoke about the backlash and reflected on the support he has received from adoring fans."My dad is a lorry driver and I said this when I joined Radio 2 and started standing in for Steve Wright, so we've always had Radio 2 on in the background," he said whilst becoming emotional."It is part of us, it is in our DNA - Ken Bruce is mid-mornings.

You don't think of any other DJ when you think of that slot. Whatever channel you choose to listen to, whoever is on mid-morning, it's the Ken Bruce slot.SEE: Strictly's Tess Daly and Vernon Kay's palatial home and pool is in a league of its own"He has made it his own and he is an absolute legend of broadcasting.

To be asked to step into those big shoes… it was a big deep breath, I'll be honest with you." Vernon will officially take on the Radio 2 role in MayReflecting on his family, Vernon added: "Obviously, I am over the moon and so are my parents and Tess and the kids, but it's the Ken Bruce show and the man has raised the bar so high that I'm just so excited to be able to take the reins.