TV favourite Vernon Kay has revealed the “life-changing” decision he made regarding his eyes.
The 52-year-old had been teasing “huge” news throughout his BBC Radio 2 show on Tuesday.
He then finally revealed what was behind it: he had decided to embrace wearing glasses.
Sharing the news live on air, Vernon said: “I said earlier on I’ve made a life affirming decision, it’s a life changer and it’s something that’s been in the pipeline for quite some time and it’s been a frustration of mine and I’ve finally came to the decision, with family members, to sort it out.
Vernon Kay reveals ‘life-changing’ decision he’s made over his eyes
“I’ve decided to go to the opticians and sort me eyes out… we’re a full house of glasses wearers. And I just thought instead of straining and straining and straining which makes your eyes worse. I thought I’d go for it so.”
Vernon then explained more about his long-sightedness.
He said: “These are only plus one but it makes a massive difference. I’m having the time of me life.
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“I sat on the aeroplane back from vacation with me glasses on reading me book feeling proud as punch that I could actually see it less than six inches away from me face.”
And, before anyone thought the move was about changing his look, Vernon was quick to make clear that his new spectacles are all about his eyesight.
He added: “It’s not a vanity thing. Crikey, when it comes down to brass tax I can see, it’s as simple as that. I can see so I’m well chuffed with me self. The gang were like, ‘Oh Dad, miles better.’ I am now a bespectacled wearing radio DJ.”
Vernon’s marriage split from Tess Daly
It comes after Vernon split from his wife Tess Daly earlier this year.
In May, the pair announced their decision. A statement read: “After much consideration, and with a deep sense of care and respect for one another, we have made the decision to separate amicably.
“This has not been an easy choice, but it comes from a place of mutual understanding and a shared desire for what is best for both of us. We remain great friends and most importantly, fully committed to our roles as loving and supportive parents, which will always be our priority.
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“There are no other parties involved in this decision.”
Tess and Vernon share daughters Phoebe, 21, and Amber, 17.
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