Sally Nugent got BBC Breakfastviewers talking minutes into the latest instalment of the morning programme.

The 54-year-old presenter woke up the nation with the latest news headlines from across the globe alongside Jon Kay on Monday (February 23) morning.

However, fans were left distracted by Sally's "glam" appearanceas she donned an eye-catching patterned dress.

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Taking to X, formerly known as Twitter, one fan penned: "Nice hair Sally #BBCBreakfast." Another added: "Sally's looking glam today #bbcbreakfast." A third viewer agreed: "Love that frock Sally is wearing."

It comes after an unusual format change during Sunday's (February 22) show which saw presenter Ben Thompson host solo.

Typically, the BBC programme features a duo sharing the famous red sofa whilst covering the day's major news from Britain and around the globe. However, Ben appeared on his own solo.

Whilst he didn't acknowledge the change as BBC Breakfast began, he had given followers a heads-up on Instagram beforehand, noting that weather presenter Matt Taylor would be keeping him company.

Ben posted an image of an autocue displaying his opening words, which read: "Good morning, welcome to Breakfast with Ben Thompson. Our headlines today..."

Alongside the image on Instagram Story, he wrote: "All by myself... on @bbcbreakfast this morning. But I'll have @metmatt_taylor and @hugeferret to keep me company. 6-9 @bbcone."

The BBC Breakfast line-up boasts numerous presenters, with well-known personalities such as Naga Munchetty, Charlie Stayt, Sally, Jon and Roger Johnson amongst them.

Ben - who has been a fixture on BBC Breakfast for over a decade - typically shares presenting responsibilities with colleagues, including Rachel Burden and Emma Vardy.

However, Emma is currently off following the birth of her new baby Rocky Beau earlier this month.

A fortnight ago, she revealed she was beginning maternity leave ahead of her baby arriving.

She posted a photograph on Instagram of herself presenting alongside Roger with the message: "Last show done for a whilst, maternity leave starts here, see you all in a few months!!

"With Roger hoping we made it through Breakfast this morning without any early arrivals (we did). There is previous precedent of Breakfast presenters going into labour!! Had a lovely last week at work, now the fun starts," the TV star added.

Days later, Emma announced the arrival of her new baby. She shared photos of herself and Rocky on social media, revealing to her followers: "Rocky Beau 09.02.26. "Finally news of the most beautiful story I can report. Born in water. We are more in love than you can imagine."

BBC Breakfast airs daily on BBC One at 6am

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