One of the members of an 80s pop group that soared to victory for the UK at Eurovision has announced that they’re leaving the band.
In 1981, the iconic Bucks Fizz reigned supreme at the song contest, clinching the victory after performing their track Making Your Mind Up.
In recent years, the band have been continuing to perform under a different name – The Fizz – with three of the original members: Cheryl Baker, Mike Nolan and Jay Aston.
Now, Mike, 69, has revealed that he plans on leaving the group by the end of the year, explaining that he came to his decision for ‘personal reasons’.
The trio shared the announced on Michael Ball’s Radio 2 show, while also posting a statement on social media confirming the huge change.
‘We can confirm, following the Michael Ball show, that Mike will be leaving the group at the end of the year,’ they said.
‘Cheryl & Jay will be continuing as ‘The Fizz’ & a statement from Mike, will follow in the coming days. Thank you for your understanding.’
More to follow.
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