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  • Elaine Paige Makes History With Live On-Air Gay Marriage Proposal

    Musical theatre superstar Elaine Paige has made history on her BBC Radio 2 programme as she read out a marriage proposal from Pieter to his boyfriend Keith.

    Regular Radio 2 listener Keith, was on air with Elaine Paige when she read out a moving letter from his partner Pieter. The letter was about “what love is.”

    At the end of the letter Pieter popped on the line and proposed to him a first for Elaine’s programme on BBC Radio 2.

    A spokesperson for the show said,

    “Elaine was, as I’m sure many of the listeners were, almost in tears. It was beautiful. Pieter then came on the line and popped the question to his long time love.”

    The proposal which left Keith in shock was immediately accepted with Keith saying it was a “brilliant surprise” and “out of the blue”.

    The on air proposal was met with support from many Twitter users congratulating Keith and Pieter on their new engagement.

  • BBC 2 George Michael announces George Michael specials

    BBC Radio 2 is to broadcast two-part documentary of George Michael.

    BBC Radio 2 to broadcast two-part documentary ‘Up Close With George Michael’

    *George Michael ‘Symphonica’ concert highlights to be broadcast on BBC One

    BBC Radio 2 and BBC One will broadcast world-exclusive programming featuring George Michael, one of the UK’s best-loved musicians, giving the behind-the-scenes story of his critically acclaimed orchestral tour, ‘Symphonica’, as well as the highlights of a special charity performance he gave during the tour.

    The documentary will also broadcast a rare interview with the Outside singer, which will air on Tuesday 18th March and the 25th March.

    The documentary was recorded in October 2011, shortly before George contracted pneumonia, which forced a delay to the tour.

    George Michael says: “I’m delighted the BBC is broadcasting the Symphonica concert, which was recorded at the Opera Garnier in Paris, a stunning setting in which to perform a gig dedicated to a charity that’s so close to my heart. It was a magical night, so I’m thrilled that fans will get the chance to experience it, as well as hearing the behind-the-scenes story on Radio 2.”

    George Michael’s concert will be broadcast on BBC1 – date to be confirmed.