Jon Richardson confirms he has landed an exciting new job just WEEKS after his shock split from wife of nine-years Lucy Beaumont Have YOU got a story? Email tips@dailymail.com By Chloe Louise For Mailonline Published: 20:27 EDT, 13 August 2024 | Updated: 20:28 EDT, 13 August 2024 e-mail 1 View comments Jon Richardson has landed a big role just weeks after his shock split from fellow comedienne and wife Lucy Beaumont. The comedian will be incorporating his signature dry wit and quick one-liners as he is set to join the Absolute Radio team in September.

He will go on air every Saturday morning at 8am and will be broadcast from the show's London studios or from him custom-built studio, which is located in his savvy garden pub. Speaking about the new opportunity, Jon revealed he is excited to leave 'booby traps' for his fellow presenter Matt Forde. He shared: 'Since I was last on the radio the only DJing I get to do is in the car with my daughter, so I'm looking forward to hearing from bands who aren't The Wiggles or Mr Farts.

Jon Richardson has landed a big role just weeks after his shocking split from fellow comedienne and wife Lucy Beaumont The comedian (pictured with Lucy in February 2023) will be incorporating his signature dry wit and quick one-liners as he is set to join the Absolute Radio team in September 'I'm incredibly excited about the opportunity to be part of people's Saturday mornings and allowing my natural energy and enthusiasm for life to be shared with the Abso.