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Bob Harris: Radio 2 DJ Says Cancer Has Spread to His Spine
The BBC Radio 2 presenter said scans found the cancer in his upper spine after excruciating back pain led to two weeks in hospital.
- On Thursday, BBC Radio 2 presenter Bob Harris announced his prostate cancer has spread to his upper spine. The 80-year-old confirmed the news via social media update, noting the condition now requires him to use a walking stick.
- Harris, diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2007, sought medical attention last month after experiencing severe back pain. Hospital scans then revealed the cancer had progressed to his spine.
- Following diagnosis, Harris immediately began a two-week course of radiotherapy to bring the condition under control. He is now home and started a rehabilitation program, saying he feels "stronger every day."
- Harris set a personal target to return to The Country Show by mid-May and Sounds of the 70s by month's end. He thanked his family and BBC Radio 2 for being "supportive beyond words" during recovery.
- Broadcasting for 50 years, Harris holds significant standing in BBC history. Presenters Darius Rucker and Shaun Keaveny continue hosting his shows during his absence, with colleagues expressing support across social media.
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Cornwall LiveBBC Radio 2 host shares news of cancer diagnosis in heartbreaking update
The veteran radio presenter was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2007
·Plymouth, United Kingdom
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