Claudia Winkleman offers a 'nervous' Romesh Ranganathan her blessing as he ... trends now

Claudia Winkleman gave Romesh Ranganathan her blessing as he took over her BBC Radio 2 show on Saturday.

Comedian Romesh, 46, took on the Saturday morning slot from Strictly Come Dancing and Traitors presenter Claudia, who left the station last month.

Former host Claudia, 52, who spent 15 years on air for BBC Radio 2, struggled to fight back tears as she wrapped up her final show at the end of March.

Opening his very first show this weekend, Romesh admitted that he felt 'very' nervous.

But Claudia was impressed with his efforts, taking to social media to offer her blessing, writing on Instagram: 'He’s BRILLIANT.'

Listeners of Romesh's first show also heaped him with praise as it went out on air. 

One person wrote on Instagram: 'Really enjoying the show! Well done, a brilliant start!'

While someone else shared: 'Loved Claudia- but also loved listening to Romesh today - his smile - beaming, great show.'

Someone else commented: 'Hi Romesh, loving your first show, plenty of laughs and good vibes all round. Lots of love from Austria, from a faithful BBC Radio 2 listener of over 30 years.'

Another listener remarked: 'I loved Claudia and will miss her. But really enjoyed Romesh, will definitely tune in next week too.'

'You're absolutely smashing it @romeshranga great show,' wrote someone else.

Another fan posted: '@romeshranga congrats on your first show romesh @bbcradio2.'

And someone else shared: 'Brilliant! Well done, Romesh. You were great!'