Zoe Ball is set to return to her BBC Radio 2 show on September 23 after a five-week absence that concerned fans. She initially took a break in August to commemorate her late mother's birthday, who passed away in April after a brief battle with cancer. Despite expectations of her return on August 5, other presenters like Scott Mills and Gaby Roslin filled in for her. Zoe expressed heartfelt gratitude and admiration for her mother in a social media tribute. The BBC's online schedule confirms her return for the Maximum Music Monday show. Fans have been speculating about the reasons for her extended absence, although no specific details have been disclosed.