In a stunning announcement, BBC weather presenter Alex Osborne has revealed that after an impressive 16-year run, she is stepping away from her role at the BBC to join rival channel ITV. The meteorologist, who has been the face of BBC South West’s weather reports, shared the surprising news on April 23, 2026, leaving fans both shocked and excited about her new career chapter.
Taking to social media, Alex posted:
“…And the ‘news’ is… I’m going to @ITV! Will be sad to leave after years at the BBC, but excited for the next chapter as a journalist… 4th May, my last day!” 
As the tweet went live, fans flooded her post with supportive comments, expressing their best wishes for her future endeavors:
- “Congratulations Alex! Hope the move goes well.”
- “Good luck Alex! You’ll be fab at ITV!”
- “Very exciting, Alex. Well done!”
For those who’ve followed Alex’s career, this move comes as a bit of a shock. She joined the BBC back in 2010, initially presenting live events before moving on to roles like assistant producer and project coordinator. Over the years, she’s been involved in a variety of projects, including BBC Proms and BBC Symphony Orchestra. Most recently, Alex presented the weather on BBC South West, where her familiar face became a trusted presence for viewers. 
But as Alex embarks on this new journey with ITV, she’s not alone in making a big exit from BBC’s weather team. Earlier this month, Carol Kirkwood made her own emotional exit after three decades of forecasting the weather for BBC Breakfast. In an emotional announcement, Carol struggled to hold back tears as she bid farewell to her viewers, sharing her desire to spend more time with her husband. It was a tear-jerking moment, but Carol held her composure while delivering her final forecast.
Despite saying goodbye, Carol received heartfelt tributes from her co-stars. Fellow BBC presenters like Sally Nugent and Jon Kay praised Carol’s legendary contributions to TV weather reporting, noting how she revolutionized the way weather is presented. From Wimbledon to Royal Ascot, Carol’s iconic presence at major events was something fans cherished over the years.
For Alex Osborne, the move to ITV marks a huge shift in her career. While many are sad to see her leave BBC after such a long tenure, her fans are eagerly awaiting what’s next for the talented meteorologist. Will Alex bring a fresh dynamic to ITV? Could this move spark a bigger trend of BBC weather personalities making their way to ITV? The answer remains to be seen, but one thing is certain – the future is looking bright for Alex Osborne.
SOURCE: Daily Mail
