Jo Whiley concerned viewers as her co-host had to step in while she presented live from Glastonbury. The Radio 2 DJ is among the hosts for the BBC's coverage of the iconic music festival. She has been at Worthy Farm, keeping music fans watching from home updated with the must-see performances.
Jo is joined by Clara Amfo, Lauren Laverne and Jack Saunders as they cover the whole weekend so fans don't miss a thing. However, as the fourth day of Glastonbury commenced many viewers noticed Jo appeared to struggle. It became clear the presenter had a croaky voice as she tried to speak.
Clara offered her support to Jo during the live segments as she had to take over some commentary. Viewers picked up on the issue as they took to X to share their support to Jo. One said: "Jo Whiley please rest that voice #GlastonburyFestival #GLASTONBURY #glastonbury2024.
" Another added: "Jo Whiley please rest that voice #GlastonburyFestival #GLASTONBURY #glastonbury2024." Someone else commented: "Jo Whiley please rest that voice #GlastonburyFestival #GLASTONBURY #glastonbury2024." A fourth wrote: ""Jo whiley needs a lozenge #Glastonbury.
" Jo eventually addressed her sore throat as an hour and a half into the BBC coverage she said: "Can I just say, I have been having honey and lemon. "I have been having lozenges, everything I could have possibly done I have done, and it's awful timing for this to have happened." Turning to Clara, she added: "Over to you," to which she replied: "I can confirm Jo Whiley.
