Michelle McKenna, an original member of the noughties pop group Platnum, has begun chemotherapy after sharing an update on her battle with breast cancer. The music star is documenting her recovery journey on Instagram following her latest hospital visit. She is determined to fight the disease and raise awareness about the condition.
Diagnosis Amid Personal Tragedy
Michelle's diagnosis came during a harrowing period in her life. She fell pregnant late last year with her second child but suffered a devastating miscarriage. During her pregnancy, she discovered a lump in her breast, and doctors soon delivered the terrible news that she had breast cancer.
First Day of Chemo
Surrounded by family, she completed her first round of chemotherapy on Monday and posted a candid message. She thanked her husband Daniel Johnson, a luxury estate agent, who has been her rock throughout. She wrote: “First day of chemo complete. I just want to say a huge thank you to everyone for all your beautiful messages, love, and support. It honestly means the world to me, and I appreciate every single one of you. A special thank you to my angels, @asirr_07 and @iamdanieljohnson. My rocks through all of this. I genuinely don’t know what I’d do without you both. Love you endlessly xxx.”
She joked to her followers that she felt like a “human pin cushion” but was happy to head home. “The Herceptin injection stung a bit,” she said. “But surprisingly it wasn’t as bad as the endless attempts to find a vein! Then came the cold cap… WOW. Whoever invented that deserves some kind of award because it is NOT for the weak! It felt like a brain freeze that lasted forever, but I did it. So here I am, one round down. Feeling grateful, emotional, proud, and hopeful all at the same time. Now I’m just praying the side effects are kind to me over the next few days.”
Tulisa's Support
At the start of her fight, Tulisa opened up about her best friend's cancer diagnosis and how she 'cried like a baby' for weeks. Tulisa shared a photo to Instagram of Michelle, with the caption: "2025 was a big year in terms of emotional & personal growth. A lot of chaos to work through. Especially for my sister @michelleplatnum embracing her breast cancer diagnosis. Surgery has gone well so far so good. What an absolute warrior. Her positive energy & ability to still laugh has been truly remarkable & inspiring. You are not just my sister. You are my soul mate. & I don't know where I would be in this world without you. I love you sis. You ain't going NOWHERE! Her bravery inspires us all to check our own health. Family is everything! @iamdanieljohnson love you bro. Please check your breasts!"
