BBC Radio 2 star Trevor Nelson has announced he will be stepping back from his broadcasting duties to address undisclosed health concerns. The 62-year-old DJ and presenter, known for his weekday afternoon show on Radio 2 and weekend slot on BBC Radio 1Xtra, revealed he has been absent from his regular schedule after undergoing medical tests.
Statement on Social Media
In a post on Instagram, Nelson addressed his followers directly, stating: "I wanted to let my followers, radio listeners and all my Soul Nation party-people know that I'm going to be taking a little break from my work commitments. Some of you may already have noticed that I've not been on my daily Radio 2 slot this week. After a routine check-up I was advised to have some follow up tests. As a result, I will be taking some further time off. As I'm sure you can appreciate with health issues, it's important to deal with facts and not speculate. So I'm concentrating on getting better, being back to 100% me and to getting back behind the mic and the decks."
Recent Appearance at Tric Awards
Earlier this week, Nelson attended the Television and Radio Industries Club (Tric) Awards, where he was honoured with the Tric special award. Despite his health issues, he was present to receive the recognition.
Upcoming Broadcast
Listeners can still hear Nelson on Sunday night on BBC Radio 2, presenting The Music Is Black concert from Hackney Empire, which was pre-recorded last month. The event celebrated black music in Britain and featured performances from Alison Limerick, Courtney Pine, Omar, and others.
Impact on Listeners
Nelson's absence from his daily Radio 2 slot, which typically airs weekdays from 2-4pm, has been noted by fans. His Sunday show on BBC Radio 1Xtra from 11am-1pm is also affected. The broadcaster has not disclosed the specific nature of his health issues but emphasized the importance of focusing on recovery without speculation.
