BBC Breakfast's Naga Munchetty apologises after guest cries over late husband's broadcast

During a BBC Breakfast interview, host Naga Munchetty apologized after her guest, Tiggy Walker, widow of late BBC Radio 2 DJ Johnnie Walker, became emotional and tearful while discussing a clip from Johnnie's final broadcast. Johnnie Walker, a beloved broadcaster with a 58-year career, passed away last December due to pulmonary fibrosis. Tiggy appeared on the show to talk about her new book documenting their life together, which includes both joyous and challenging moments, especially surrounding Johnnie's illness. The emotional moment occurred when the studio played Johnnie's farewell on air, prompting Tiggy to laugh through tears and describe the farewell as "dignified" and "so Johnnie." Munchetty expressed her empathy for Tiggy and acknowledged the difficulty of hearing Johnnie's voice again, apologizing for making her cry early in the interview. Tiggy described writing the book as therapeutic and a tribute to her husband's legacy, blending the light and shade of their marriage and life before and after his illness.