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Daily Mirror
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
BBC presenter announces break after 'incredibly rare' cancer diagnosis
A long serving BBC presenter has emotionally revealed they are taking a break from their radio show after receiving an 'incredibly rare' cancer diagnosis earlier this year A BBC presenter has revealed they need to take time away from their radio show following a cancer diagnosis. In an emotional message, Bryan Burnett told listeners he has an "incredible rare" cancer. He has worked for the BBC for 15 years and is best known for hosting Get it On programme on BBC Radio Scotland during weekdays from 6pm. Bryan revealed he had been diagnosed with appendiceal cancer earlier this year. According to the NHS, appendix tumours are unusual and account for 0.4% of all cancers of the bowel. Bryan will have treatment including chemotherapy and abdominal surgery. As he takes time away from his show, colleague Grant Stott will fill in for him. In an emotional update, Bryan told his listeners: "This is gonna be my last show for a wee while and I want to explain why that is. "Unfortunately, I'm gonna have to take some time off the show to have some treatment for cancer. When they removed my appendix recently, they discovered a tumour and appendix cancer is incredibly rare but the good news is it is treatable but I do have to have some fairly hefty abdominal surgery next week." Detailing what he has been through, the presenter added: "I've experienced the most incredible care and kindness from the NHS staff who have been looking after me. My surgeon is a Get it On listener so I know I'm in good hands. "I will really miss the music and the chat when I'm off but our listeners have given me hundreds of great playlists so that will keep me going over the next few months." He concluded: "I want to take this opportunity to say a massive thank you to all my brilliant producers for all the hand holding and all the encouragement they've given me since they found out my news. I'm sure they'll let you know how I'm doing over the next few weeks." Brian started his career at Northsound Radio in Aberdeen and went on to present the Top 40 chart show for Radio Clyde in Glasgow. He presented Brand New Country and won the International Broadcaster of the Year at the Country Music Association awards in 2005. The radio star has also appeared on TV and has presented shows for Scottish Television such as Passport Quiz, Red Amber Green and Scottish Passport. Despite his health, Brian recently hosted the GCC awards and shared highlights on his social media. He said: "Hosting the #gccawards tonight. A chance to celebrate the incredible people who keep our NHS running." The Macmillan Support Line offers confidential support to people living with cancer and their loved ones. If you need to talk, call us on 0808 808 0000.
STV News
4 days ago
- Health
- STV News
BBC broadcaster to take break after announcing 'rare' cancer diagnosis
Radio Scotland broadcaster Bryan Burnett has said he will be taking a break from his programme to undergo treatment for cancer. The Get it On show host, 59, announced to listeners he was diagnosed with appendiceal cancer after having his appendix removed earlier this year. He explained that a tumour had been discovered during surgery and that, although appendix cancer is incredibly rare, it is treatable and he is expected to make a full recovery. His treatment will begin next week and involves complex abdominal surgery and chemotherapy. He said: 'I've experienced the most incredible care and kindness from the NHS staff who have been looking after me. My surgeon is a Get it On listener so I know I'm in good hands. 'I will really miss the music and the chat when I'm off but our listeners have given me hundreds of great playlists so that will keep me going over the next few months.' Hayley Valentine, director BBC Scotland added: 'Bryan is one of our most popular broadcasters on Radio Scotland and I know listeners will join us in wishing him well as he embarks on his treatment. We look forward to welcoming him back to the Get it On studio once he's recovered.' Get it On is an evening show which airs on BBC Radio Scotland from 6pm on weekdays, and presenter Grant Stott will fill in while Burnett recovers. Burnett previously presented Brand New Country, a country music show on BBC Radio Scotland for 15 years, and had stints on Radio Clyde and Northsound. Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
Scottish Sun
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Scots BBC star forced to stop show to undergo treatment for 'incredibly rare' cancer
He made the emotional announcement on air OP SHOCK Scots BBC star forced to stop show to undergo treatment for 'incredibly rare' cancer BBC presenter Bryan Burnett is stepping back from broadcasting to undergo treatment for his "incredible rare" cancer. The Radio Scotland legend, 59, revealed on air this evening that he will be taking a break from his early evening Get It On show. 2 Bryan Burnett Credit: Bryan Burnett's X profile photo Burnett told listeners he was diagnosed with appendiceal cancer after having his appendix removed earlier this year. He confirmed his condition is treatable and he hopes to make a full recovery. It will involve complex abdominal surgery and chemotherapy. Presenter Grant Stott will fill in while Burnett recovers. He told listeners in an emotional announcement during his live show on Thursday evening. He said: "I've experienced the most incredible care and kindness from the NHS staff who have been looking after me. "My surgeon is a Get it On listener so I know I'm in good hands. "I will really miss the music and the chat when I'm off but our listeners have given me hundreds of great playlists so that will keep me going over the next few months. "I want to take this opportunity to say a massive thank you to all my brilliant producers for all the hand holding and all the encouragement they've given me since they found out my news. "I'm sure they'll let you know how I'm doing over the next few weeks." The One Show in last minute shake-up as Hollywood star pulls out of show due to sudden illness Get it On is a popular music show which airs on BBC Radio Scotland from 18:00 on weekdays. The post-drive time show takes requests from listeners that respond to a theme set each show. Before, Burnett presented Brand New Country, a country music show on BBC Radio Scotland for 15 years. He has also worked for Radio Clyde and Northsound. Hayley Valentine, director BBC Scotland added: "Bryan is one of our most popular broadcasters on Radio Scotland and I know listeners will join us in wishing him well as he embarks on his treatment. "We look forward to welcoming him back to the Get it On studio once he's recovered."
