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Daily Mirror
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Jessie J's celebrity friends leave touching messages of hope amid cancer journey
Jessie J, famed for Price Tag, Domino and other tunes, has been diagnosed with early breast cancer and plans to have surgery following her performance at this month's Summertime Ball Jessie J has received messages of support from celebrity friends - including Rochelle Humes - after announcing she has cancer. The singer, 37, said she will have surgery after her performance at the Summertime Ball and remained optimistic she will return with more hits. However, she admitted she "needs a hug" through the difficult time, having been diagnosed with the breast cancer at an early stage. Friends quickly shared messages of support, telling the songwriter how much they love her. Humes, who presents The Hit List with husband Marvin, said: "We love you so much." Former Little Mix singer Leigh-Anne Pinnock added: "Sending you so much love" amid the flurry of public messages. And the rapper Wretch 32, whose real name is Jermaine Scott, said: "Continued strength and guidance, you're loved and you're cared for, you fight my gangster." Jessie J, born and raised in Chadwell Heath, east London, said in an Instagram video yesterday she has spent much of her recent time "in and out of tests". She stressed, though, she is "holding on to the word 'early'" and is looking at surgery in the coming weeks. But the musician, whose real name is Jessica Ellen Cornish, says she will still perform at the Capital's Summertime Ball at Wembley Stadium on Sunday June 15. She is on the line-up alongside the likes of Mariah Carey, Benson Boone and Tate Mcrae. Speaking in the Instagram clip, Jessie J said: "I just wanted to be open and share it... One, because, selfishly, I do not talk about it enough. I'm not processing it because I'm working so hard. "I also know how much sharing in the past has helped me with other people giving me their love and support and also their own stories. I'm an open book. It breaks my heart that so many people are going through so much similar and worse - that's the bit that kills me. "The timing of it has been mad but also beautiful and given me this incredible perspective in this time. But honestly I need to process it and talk about it and, I need a hug. You have loved me through all my good and hard times. And I don't want this to be any different." The singer, who won the Critic's Choice award at the Brits in 2011, welcomed her son, Sky Safir Cornish Colman, in 2023, having miscarried in November 2021. She has battled with ill health throughout her life, having been diagnosed with a heart condition aged eight, suffering a minor stroke aged 18 and having briefly gone deaf in 2020. Claire Taylor, chief nursing officer at Macmillan Cancer Support, said: "Receiving a cancer diagnosis is a life-changing moment for anybody and our thoughts are with Jessie and her family. "Her openness in sharing her story will not only bring comfort to others who are facing a similar situation, it will also raise vital awareness of breast cancer and the importance of early diagnosis. We know that diagnosing cancer early can mean treatment is more likely to be effective and potentially less complex."


Express Tribune
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Jessie J reveals early breast cancer diagnosis ahead of surgery
Pop star Jessie J has revealed she has been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer. The singer, 37, shared the news in an emotional Instagram video, explaining she will undergo surgery following her performance at Capital's Summertime Ball at Wembley Stadium later this month. The Price Tag and Domino hitmaker, real name Jessica Cornish, said she had been "in and out of tests" and is trying to remain positive. 'Cancer sucks in any form, but I'm holding on to the word 'early',' she said. Jokingly, she added, 'It's a very dramatic way to get a boob job.' Jessie J also shared that she plans to step back from public appearances after the event to recover and reflect, adding, 'Honestly, I need a hug.' The star said she hopes going public helps her process the diagnosis and show solidarity with others battling similar illnesses. In the video, Jessie opened up about how fans have supported her through hard times in the past and said she didn't want this to be any different. Messages of love poured in from celebrities including Rita Ora, Leona Lewis, and Gaby Roslin, while Breast Cancer UK praised Jessie for raising awareness and emphasized the importance of early detection and regular self-checks. Jessie J has previously been open about her health struggles, including a childhood heart condition, a stroke at age 18, Meniere's disease, and more recently, diagnoses of ADHD and OCD. The singer recently turned down a Broadway role to focus on her young son, underlining that family and health remain her top priorities.


STV News
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- STV News
Jessie J reveals she will undergo surgery after ‘early breast cancer' diagnosis
In a video posted to Instagram, the singer promised she'd be back with more music post-surgery. ITV News Entertainment Reporter Rishi Davda has more Jessie J has told fans she has been diagnosed with breast cancer, and will have surgery after performing at Capital's Summertime Ball later this month. The Price Tag singer, 37, said in an Instagram video she has spent much of her recent time undergoing tests. 'I was diagnosed with early breast cancer,' she said. 'Cancer sucks in any form, but I'm holding on to the word 'early'.' Jessie J in 2024. / Credit: PA Jessie, whose full name is Jessica Cornish, said she announced her diagnosis publicly to help her process the news, and to show solidarity with others who are going through a similar experience. She said: 'I know how much sharing in the past has helped me with other people giving me their love and support and also their own stories. I'm an open book. 'It breaks my heart that so many people are going through so much similar and worse—that's the bit that kills me.' Jessie has suffered with ill health throughout her life, having been diagnosed with a heart condition at eight years old, having a minor stroke aged 18, and briefly going deaf in 2020. The London-born singer welcomed her son, Sky Safir Cornish Colman, in 2023, having miscarried in November 2021. She is scheduled to perform at Capital's Summertime Ball at Wembley Stadium on Sunday June 15. The NHS advises women to see their GP if they have any abnormal changes in the breasts or nipples, a lump or swelling in the breast, chest or armpit, or a pain in the breast or armpit that does not go away. Other symptoms include a change in the appearance of skin of the breast, such as dimpling or redness, a change in breast size or shape, nipple discharge, and a change in the shape or look of your nipple. Where to go for advice and support Coppa Feel is a UK charity that provides information, advice and creates awareness of breast cancer especially in young people. Breast Friends connects people affected by breast cancer with online support and community-based events. connects people affected by breast cancer with online support and community-based events. Macmillan Cancer Support is a charity that gives practical and medical support to people with cancer in the UK. is a charity that gives practical and medical support to people with cancer in the UK. Future Dreams offer a wide range of in-person and online services providing practical, emotional and psychological support for those diagnosed with breast cancer. 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
Yahoo
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Pop singer Jessie J says she has been diagnosed with early breast cancer
NEW YORK (AP) — The English pop singer Jessie J says she has been diagnosed with breast cancer and will undergo surgery after her performance at the London music festival Capital's Summertime Ball next weekend. Jessie J, 37, shared the news in an Instagram video on Wednesday. 'I was diagnosed with early breast cancer,' she said in the clip. 'Cancer sucks in any form, but I'm holding onto the word 'early'." 'It's a very dramatic way to get a boob job. I am going to disappear for a bit after Summertime Ball to have my surgery, and I will come back with massive (expletive) and more music.' The annual Summertime Ball will be held at Wembley Stadium on Sunday, June 15. She told her social media audience that she felt compelled to share her diagnosis. 'I just wanted to be open and share it,' she said. 'One, because, selfishly, I do not talk about it enough. I'm not processing it because I'm working so hard. I also know how much sharing in the past has helped me with other people giving me their love and support and also their own stories. I'm an open book. It breaks my heart that so many people are going through so much similar and worse – that's the bit that kills me.' The Grammy-nominated Jessie J has long been celebrated for her robust soprano and R&B-informed pop hits, like the 2014 collaboration with Nicki Minaj and Ariana Grande, 'Bang Bang,' and 2011's 'Domino.' She has released five albums across her career, most recently, 2018's Christmas album, 'This Christmas Day.' She has been releasing new music in 2025, including the singles 'Living My Best Life' and 'No Secrets.' A new album is expected later this year. She has a son, Sky Safir Cornish Colman, born in 2023. A representative for Jessie J did not immediately respond to The Associated Press' request for comment.

10 hours ago
- Entertainment
Pop singer Jessie J says she has been diagnosed with early breast cancer
NEW YORK -- The English pop singer Jessie J says she has been diagnosed with breast cancer and will undergo surgery after her performance at the London music festival Capital's Summertime Ball next weekend. Jessie J, 37, shared the news in an Instagram video on Wednesday. 'I was diagnosed with early breast cancer,' she said in the clip. 'Cancer sucks in any form, but I'm holding onto the word 'early'." 'It's a very dramatic way to get a boob job. I am going to disappear for a bit after Summertime Ball to have my surgery, and I will come back with massive (expletive) and more music.' The annual Summertime Ball will be held at Wembley Stadium on Sunday, June 15. She told her social media audience that she felt compelled to share her diagnosis. 'I just wanted to be open and share it,' she said. 'One, because, selfishly, I do not talk about it enough. I'm not processing it because I'm working so hard. I also know how much sharing in the past has helped me with other people giving me their love and support and also their own stories. I'm an open book. It breaks my heart that so many people are going through so much similar and worse – that's the bit that kills me.' The Grammy-nominated Jessie J has long been celebrated for her robust soprano and R&B-informed pop hits, like the 2014 collaboration with Nicki Minaj and Ariana Grande, 'Bang Bang,' and 2011's 'Domino.' She has released five albums across her career, most recently, 2018's Christmas album, 'This Christmas Day.' She has been releasing new music in 2025, including the singles 'Living My Best Life' and 'No Secrets.' A new album is expected later this year. She has a son, Sky Safir Cornish Colman, born in 2023.