Presenter Jamie Theakston reveals he has cancer | UK News

By newadmin / Published on Tuesday, 17 Sep 2024 07:56 AM / No Comments / 126 views

Presenter Jamie Theakston has revealed he has cancer.

The Heart Radio DJ announced the news in a post on Instagram, saying he recently had an operation to remove a lesion from his vocal chords.

The 53-year-old wrote: “The biopsy has identified this as Stage 1 Laryngeal Cancer.

“So… I have cancer… but cancer doesn’t have me!

“The prognosis is very positive and I’m hoping to be back with you in October.”

Theakston’s radio co-host Amanda Holden posted a photograph of the pair together on Instagram.

She wrote: “Our wonderful @jamie.theakston has been diagnosed with stage 1 laryngeal cancer. His prognosis is very good and he has an incredible team around him. Jamie. We love and miss you and look forward to seeing you very soon. With @sophietheakstonjewellery, your gorgeous boys, Us and the entire nation with you.. YOU WILL GET THROUGH THIS.”

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