November 17th 2024.
Renowned radio host, Lauren Laverne, is ready to make her grand return to the BBC studio this month, after revealing her cancer diagnosis back in August. Fans were shocked when the 46-year-old announced her health news, as she has been the beloved presenter of Desert Island Discs since 2018. But, after taking time away from the studio to focus on her health, Lauren is now set to be back on the airwaves, with new episodes airing on Radio 4 from December 1st.
A spokesperson from the BBC expressed their excitement for Lauren's return, stating, "We are delighted to welcome Lauren back to the studio this month for The One Show and Desert Island Discs, with new episodes set to air on Radio 4 from December 1st. We also look forward to having Lauren back on BBC Radio 6 Music in the new year." Since August 11th, Radio 4 has been airing extended and classical editions of Desert Island Discs, with Lauren's upcoming episode being highly anticipated.
Lauren's last appearance on the airwaves was on August 15th, when she presented her show on BBC Radio 6 Music. In her absence, other hosts, including Nick Grimshaw, Nemone Metaxas, and Deb Grant, have taken over her duties. Fans have been eagerly awaiting Lauren's return, and she has been grateful for the support she has received from her colleagues, family, and friends during her time away.
On August 21st, Lauren confirmed that she was in the hospital after receiving her cancer diagnosis. However, she did not disclose which type of cancer she was diagnosed with. In a heartfelt post on Instagram, she shared, "Right then, some personal news... I recently had a cancer diagnosis. It was caught early and unexpectedly during a screening test, and I am expected to make a full recovery." She also took the opportunity to thank the medical teams, her loved ones, and her colleagues for their support and understanding during this difficult time.
Lauren has been the host of Desert Island Discs since 2018, taking over from Kirsty Young. In the same Instagram post, she urged her fans to prioritize their health and get tested if they notice any symptoms. She wrote, "If you're avoiding a test or putting off an appointment to get yourself checked out, please do it today. Half of us will get cancer at some point, and if you do, finding out as soon as possible is everything."
The news of Lauren's diagnosis was met with an outpouring of love and support from her fans and celebrity friends. Dermot O'Leary, Vicky McClure, Clara Amfo, and Myleene Klass were just a few of the many who sent messages of encouragement and well wishes to Lauren. Myleene even broke down in tears while discussing Lauren's diagnosis on Loose Women.
We are grateful to hear that Lauren's prognosis is positive, and we can't wait to have her back on our screens and airwaves. If you have a celebrity story, video, or pictures, please do not hesitate to reach out to the entertainment team by emailing us, calling, or visiting our Submit Stuff page. We would love to hear from you.
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