Zoe Ball's son, Woody Cook, has spoken out about his mum's absence from her BBC Radio 2 breakfast show as she remains on an unexplained break from the airwaves

Zoe Ball's son Woody Cook has broken his silence on his mum's recent absence from BBC Radio 2 after the broadcaster was spotted being consoled by her ex-husband Norman Cook

Zoe Ball has been pictured for the first time since her unexpected absence from BBC Radio 2. The popular presenter last appeared on the Breakfast Show on August 8, and hasn’t uttered a word since her unexplained, and unexpected departure.

Presenter Zoe Ball is reported to be returning to her Radio 2 show next week after taking a sudden extended time off

Zoe Ball has been missing from her BBC Radio 2 breakfast show for six weeks, but her son Woddy has shared an update about his well-loved mother

Zoe Ball's son Woody Cook has broken his silence on his mother's absence from BBC Radio 2 in recent weeks, saying he has 'stepped up' to support her.

BBC Radio 2 presenter Zoe Ball has been pictured for the first time since she went off air from her breakfast show - with her ex-husband Fatboy Slim.

Zoe Ball's son Woody Cook said he had 'stepped up' and had been spending more time with his mum recently. This comes after Zoe's absence from her BBC Radio 2 show.

Zoe Ball’s BBC return revealed amid growing concern among Radio 2 listeners - Fans have been worried about host after extended absence

The BBC has revealed that Zoe Ball will be back in her usual Radio 2 morning slot in the next few days. Zoe has been away from the Radio 2 breakfast show since 8 August, with various presenters including Scott Mills and Gaby Roslin filling in for her in her absence.

Zoe Ball has been absent from her BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show for the past six weeks and her loyal listeners are becoming increasingly concerned about her whereabouts.