| UPDATED: 16:45, Tue, Feb 9, 2021 Link copied Sign up for FREE now for the biggest moments from morning TV SUBSCRIBE Invalid email When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. Sometimes they'll include recommendations for other related newsletters or services we offer. Our Privacy Notice explains more about how we use your data, and your rights. You can unsubscribe at any time. The veteran journalist, 77, was best-known for fronting BBCRadio 4’s Today programme for 32 years, until he stepped down two years ago. Humphrys recently announced his departure from Mastermind and Samira Ahmed is tipped as the frontrunner set to replace him. During his five-decade career at the BBC, he has grilled countless politicians and had a few tense moments with the Royal Family.