Nat O’Leary has announced her departure from Radio 1 after five years, thanking listeners and reflecting on a dream opportunity as the station undergoes a major line-up shake-up.

BBC Radio 1 is undergoing a major shake-up, with another familiar voice leaving the station after years on air.

Nat O’Leary has announced her departure from Radio 1 after five years at the BBC station. Her final show was an emotional farewell, as she thanked listeners for supporting her throughout her time on air.

Sharing a photo from an airport on social media, Nat confirmed the news, writing: “After 5 amazing years at @bbcradio1, I’m leaving.”

Reflecting on her time at the station, she said the opportunity had fulfilled a dream and that she would be “eternally grateful” for the memories she had made.

Nat O’Leary shares final day at Radio 1

Nat later shared more photos and videos from her final day at Radio 1, giving followers a glimpse behind the scenes.

Her posts included moments with fellow presenter Vicky Hawkesworth and producer Luciano Domenico, highlighting the relationships she formed during her time at the station.

Her departure comes as Radio 1 continues to make significant changes to its presenting line-up, with several familiar broadcasters leaving the station.

Radio 1 reshapes presenting line-up

Dean McCullough and Melvin Odoom are among the presenters who have departed as the broadcaster introduces new voices and reshapes some of its programmes.

Influencer GK Barry is one of the high-profile new additions to the station. She is set to host her own weekday show, while Charley Marlowe is also joining Radio 1 as part of the refreshed line-up.

The changes affect several programmes across the week, marking a new chapter for the station.

For long-time Radio 1 listeners, the latest changes mean saying goodbye to presenters and voices they have become familiar with over the years, while getting to know a new generation of broadcasters.

Nat’s departure adds another emotional moment to what has already been a period of considerable change at BBC Radio 1.