BBC Radio presenter Eddie Nestor has announced he is stepping away from his long-running programme after receiving a cancer diagnosis. The 62-year-old shared the news in a statement posted on social media, revealing he spent Father’s Day and his birthday in hospital.
Nestor's Statement on Social Media
In his post, Nestor wrote: “Greetings. You may have noticed I’ve been a little quieter than usual. Well… this wasn’t quite the June we’d planned. I missed my own brunch and ended up spending Father’s Day and my birthday in hospital. Life has a funny way of rewriting your diary. I’ve been diagnosed with cancer.” He added that the good news was that, thanks to an incredible medical team, he had already received his first chemotherapy treatment.
Focus on Family and Recovery
Nestor continued: “We’re thankful, we’re hopeful and as a family, we’re looking upward and forward. I honestly don’t know exactly what the next few months will look like. I’ll work when I’m able, post when I feel like it and spend the rest of the time concentrating on getting stronger.” He noted that his family was his greatest source of strength and urged followers not to feel sorry for him, instead asking for prayers, love, encouragement, and laughter.
BBC's Support and Career Highlights
BBC London posted on Instagram: “Our friend and colleague Eddie Nestor has announced that he will be away from Radio London for a period of time while he receives treatment for cancer. Everyone at BBC London sends Eddie and his family our love and support.” Sara David, editor of the station, said: “Everyone at BBC Radio London and all of his loyal listeners are sending Eddie and his family all our support and best wishes.” Nestor is not stepping down; his show is currently being hosted by Jim Davis and other BBC Radio London voices. Nestor, who was awarded an MBE in 2018 for his charity work and services to radio, has been presenting on BBC Radio London since 2002. He is also known for acting roles in Casualty and Death in Paradise. In 2007, he was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma and kept a blog of his treatment, announcing he was in remission in 2012.
