THU 01 OCT   10:52:20

TREVOR NELSON REVEALS BRAIN TUMOUR DIAGNOSIS AND SURGERY

THU 20 AUG 2026 TV

Trevor Nelson, a BBC Radio 2 broadcaster, has disclosed that he has been diagnosed with a brain tumour and underwent major surgery approximately one month before making the announcement. Nelson stated that the diagnosis caused significant disruption to his life. He took an extended break from his radio work earlier in the year, which he attributed to health issues at that time.

Nelson indicated his intention to return to Radio 2 broadcasting in the near future. The broadcaster did not provide additional details about the tumour's classification, prognosis or the specific nature of the surgical intervention he underwent. His announcement marks the first public disclosure of the health condition that prompted his absence from regular programming.

The BBC Radio 2 presenter's decision to speak publicly about his diagnosis comes after several weeks away from his broadcasting duties. No confirmed date for his return to on-air work has been announced. Nelson's statement represents a significant disclosure regarding his health status to listeners and colleagues across the corporation.

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