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4 days ago
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- Yahoo
Jessie J 'so grateful for the love and support' after breast cancer diagnosis
Jessie J has thanked her fans for their outpouring of "love and support" following her breast cancer diagnosis. The 37-year-old pop star went public with her health issues earlier this week revealing she is battling an "early" form of the disease and is currently undergoing tests before surgery later in the year - and she now has expressed her gratitude to everyone who has reached out to her since she explained her situation. In a post on Instagram, she wrote: "So grateful for all the love and support and kindness from everyone who has reached out to me in the last two days." Jessie - who is mother to two-year-old son Sky with basketball star Chanan Colman - previously revealed she was given the diagnosis prior to the release of her single, 'New Secrets' on April 25 and she has been "in and out of tests" since. She said in an Instagram video: "Before 'No Secrets' came out, I was diagnosed with early breast cancer. I'm highlighting the word 'early'. "Cancer sucks in any form but I'm holding onto the word early. I have been in and out of tests throughout this whole period." Jessie went "back and forth" with herself about whether she should share her news, due to there being "lots of opinions outside". However, the 'Who You Are' singer felt she should tell all, particularly because of the name of her latest single, 'No Secrets', which was inspired by a miscarriage she had in 2021. She said: "To get diagnosed with this, as I'm putting out a song called 'No Secrets' right before a song called 'Living My Best Life,' which was all pre-planned before I found out about this, I mean you can't make it up. "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." Jessie is still planning to perform at this year's Capital Summertime Ball on June 15 at London's Wembley Stadium, but afterwards she will undergo surgery and "disappear for a bit". She said: "It wasn't something I'd planned, but yeah. I'm getting to keep my nipples, that's good. It's a weird topic and a weird situation. "I am going to disappear for a bit after Summertime Ball to have my surgery, and I will come back with massive t*ts and more music." The 'Price Tag' hitmaker joked: "It's a very dramatic way to get a boob job."
Daily Mail
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Jessie J, 37, shares video of herself on stage just hours after having FIVE secret breast biopsies amid cancer diagnosis as she reveals how much discomfort she was in
Jessie J has shared a touching video of her battling through discomfort to put on a show for supporters just hours after undergoing five secret biopsies. The Price Tag hitmaker, 37, announced her breast cancer diagnosis in an emotional video on Wednesday, revealing that luckily the condition has been caught 'early'. Having been diagnosed in late April, Jessie will undergo surgery to hopefully remove the cancer after her performance at the Summertime Ball on June 15. In another touching social media post on Friday, Jessie shared a video of herself 'laughing and joking' on stage just a matter of hours after undergoing a grueling five biopsies last month. Her heartfelt caption read: 'I had 5 breast biopsies the night before this show, I was in some discomfort but so hyped to do it and I didn't want to cancel. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. 'The more I watch this show back I can see my brain working in complete over drive trying not to blurt it all out. 'Laughing and joking in hard times (handshake emoji) me' The video showed Jessie putting on a brave face while telling her fans an amusing story about her debut album, Who You Are. Just last month Jessie made her return to the music industry with the release of her new single No Secrets - but she later revealed her cancer diagnosis came just days before the song dropped. In a video announcing the diagnosis, Jessie said: 'Hi, I have been going back and forth a little bit on whether to share it. I want to but there's lots of opinions outside... 'Also knowing that I want to share with my fans and the people that care about me, also I'm a sharer. I've always shared everything that I go through in my life. 'Before No Secrets came out, I was diagnosed with early breast cancer. Cancer sucks in any form but I'm holding onto the word early. 'I have been in and out of tests throughout this whole period, adding that she had not been adequately 'processing it because I'm working so hard.' The London-born musician captioned her post with a touching message revealing she was hiding her diagnosis at the time of the show As she battles breast cancer, Jessie has continued to energetically promote No Secrets, the lead single for her upcoming sixth studio album. Last month she performed at the BAFTA Television Awards in London, making her grand return to the stage to sing The Award Goes To. Jessie said she 'wanted to be open and share it - one, because selfishly I do not talk about it enough. I'm not processing it 'cause I'm working so hard.' She added: '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.' The London native stated: '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.' 'I just wanted to let you guys know it wasn't something I planned. I'm getting to keep my nipples. That's good, it's a weird topic and a weird situation.' Jessie reflected: 'To get diagnosed with this as I'm putting out a song called No Secrets, right before a song called Living My Best Life – which was all pre-planned, before I found out about this. I mean, you can't make it up.' She joked: 'It's a very dramatic way to get a boob job,' adding that the operation to excise the cancer would occur sometime after her appearance at Summertime Ball at London's Wembley Stadium on June 15. Continuing the lighthearted mood, she wrote in the caption: 'No (more) Secrets and is it too soon to do a remix called Living My Breast Life?' Jessie told fans she would 'disappear for a bit after Summertime Ball to have my surgery and I will come back with massive t**s and more music.' Continuing the lighthearted mood, she wrote in the caption: 'No (more) Secrets and is it too soon to do a remix called Living My Breast Life? 'All jokes aside (you know it's one of the ways I get through hard times). This last two months have been so amazing, and having this go on alongside it on the sideline's has given me the most incredible perspective. 'BUT... your girl needs a hug. Also not getting massive t**s. Or am I? No no.. I must stop joking?' Later reflecting on her news, Jessie wrote on her Instagram Story: 'Just shared (posted) something super personal I have been holding onto for 9 weeks. 'The timing of it has been mad but beautiful and given me this incredible perspective in this time. But honestly I need to process it and, I need a hug. 'You have loved me through all my good and hard times. I don't want this to be any different.' Jessie's celeb friends flooded her Instagram post with supportive comments and well wishes with Rita Ora writing: 'Your literally my favourite person and I'm praying for you you've got this. my mother had it and I know the surgery and any treatment on this matter is mentally tough so I'm here for you. X' Singer Paloma Faith commented: 'Sending so much love I have every confidence you will beat this' JLS star Marvin Humes added: 'Ain't no one stronger than know you've got this..' whilst his wife, Saturdays star Rochelle posted: 'We love you so much.' Strictly Come Dancing star Amy Dowden, who has fought her own breast cancer battle, said she was 'sending so much love and strength.' Scott Mills also paid tribute to the pop star on his Radio 2 Breakfast Show on Wednesday morning, after it was announced that Jessie is playing at Radio 2 in the Park in Chelmsford in September. 'Jessie, just to say, we're sending all the Radio 2 love your way,' Scott said on air. 'Sending so much love to you and your family and we will see you in Chelmsford.' Jessie's cancer diagnosis is the latest heartrending revelation from the singer, whose new single No Secrets told the story of a shattering miscarriage she suffered in 2021. Two years later, she joyfully welcomed her firstborn child, her son Sky, with her longtime boyfriend, basketball star Chanan Colman. She recently sweetly shared that whenever Sky 'hears me singing, he looks at everyone in the room and goes, 'mummy's singing.' He finishes the songs I sang to him when he was a baby. He sings it to me,' via The Project. Throughout her childhood Jessie suffered health issues. She was diagnosed with heart disease when she was nine and when she was 17 she suffered a stroke. In April Jessie spoke about her health while appearing at Advertising Week Europe in London, sharing that overcoming a number of serious struggles has influenced her career. 'My health has always kept me balanced,' she explained. 'When I was nine, I landed a role in a West End musical, but then I was diagnosed with heart disease and was in and out of the hospital while doing the show. 'At 17, just after signing my first deal and finishing the BRIT School, I had a stroke. 'Then, when I was supposed to release my last album, I went deaf. And then I had a miscarriage. All these things have felt like they were keeping my feet on the ground.' The Price Tag hitmaker also revealed that she is constantly 'scared' of her son 'hurting himself' as she discussed motherhood and how she doesn't want to 'live in fear'. She explained: 'Living in fear doesn't stop the thing you're scared of from happening. I'm always so scared my son's going to hurt himself, but if he's going to hurt himself, he's going to hurt himself. 'I may as well live in the moment while he's not hurting himself, instead of being scared that he is.' Jessie's breast cancer diagnosis comes days after actress Kara Tointon revealed that she has undergone a double mastectomy after learning that she carries the deadly BRCA1 gene. The former EastEnders actress, 41, took to Instagram last week to share an emotional post detailing her decision after losing her mother to ovarian cancer in 2018. Tointon, who raises two young children with her fiancé Marius Jensen, announced that she has undergone a double mastectomy and had her fallopian tubes removed as a preventative measure. Tointon's operation comes just six years after her mother Carol passed away following her own battle with the disease. As an ambassador for the Eve appeal, a charity that raises awareness of gynaecological cancers, the actress opened up to her followers about the journey that led to her discovery that she carries the BRCA1 gene.
Perth Now
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Jessie J 'so grateful for the love and support' after breast cancer diagnosis
Jessie J has thanked her fans for their outpouring of "love and support" following her breast cancer diagnosis. The 37-year-old pop star went public with her health issues earlier this week revealing she is battling an "early" form of the disease and is currently undergoing tests before surgery later in the year - and she now has expressed her gratitude to everyone who has reached out to her since she explained her situation. In a post on Instagram, she wrote: "So grateful for all the love and support and kindness from everyone who has reached out to me in the last two days." Jessie - who is mother to two-year-old son Sky with basketball star Chanan Colman - previously revealed she was given the diagnosis prior to the release of her single, 'New Secrets' on April 25 and she has been "in and out of tests" since. She said in an Instagram video: "Before 'No Secrets' came out, I was diagnosed with early breast cancer. I'm highlighting the word 'early'. "Cancer sucks in any form but I'm holding onto the word early. I have been in and out of tests throughout this whole period." Jessie went "back and forth" with herself about whether she should share her news, due to there being "lots of opinions outside". However, the 'Who You Are' singer felt she should tell all, particularly because of the name of her latest single, 'No Secrets', which was inspired by a miscarriage she had in 2021. She said: "To get diagnosed with this, as I'm putting out a song called 'No Secrets' right before a song called 'Living My Best Life,' which was all pre-planned before I found out about this, I mean you can't make it up. "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." Jessie is still planning to perform at this year's Capital Summertime Ball on June 15 at London's Wembley Stadium, but afterwards she will undergo surgery and "disappear for a bit". She said: "It wasn't something I'd planned, but yeah. I'm getting to keep my nipples, that's good. It's a weird topic and a weird situation. "I am going to disappear for a bit after Summertime Ball to have my surgery, and I will come back with massive t*ts and more music." The 'Price Tag' hitmaker joked: "It's a very dramatic way to get a boob job."
Daily Mirror
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Jessie J 'in a lot of pain' as she shares update on breast cancer during gig
Jessie J told fans she has spent much of her recent time 'in and out of tests' and plans to undergo surgery to remove a lump from her breast after her performance at this month's Summertime Ball Singer Jessie J has shared an update on her health after revealing earlier this week that she has been diagnosed with "early breast cancer" and plans to undergo surgery after her performance at this month's Summertime Ball. The Price Tag singer, 37, shared in an Instagram video that she has spent a lot of her recent time "in and out of tests". The mum-of-one told her fans: "I was diagnosed with early breast cancer," mum-of-one Jessie disclosed as she spoke directly to her fans in the video. "Cancer sucks in any form, but I'm holding on to 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 t**s and more music." Jessie, whose full name is Jessica Cornish, has now shared another update with her concerned fans. The much-loved singer shared a video on Instagram from her performance at London's Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club, explaining that she was in a lot of discomfort but she didn't want to cancel the show and let her fans down. In the video, Jessie admitted: "I had 5 breast biopsies the night before this show. I was in some discomfort but so hyped to do it and I didn't want to cancel. "The more I watch this show back I can see my brain working in complete overdrive trying not to blurt it all out. Laughing and making jokes in hard times [handshake emoji] me. And I am in-fact under your bed.' During her stripped-back performance, Jessie asked the audience: 'Anyone here from Joe & The Juice? On my first album, Who You Are, I know a lot of people called it Who Are You, which completely changed the meaning. Who are you? Where have you been? Pet peeve - people asking me, 'Where have you been?' Where the f**k have you been?'" "Being truthful in who you are - not your mates or your family or everyone else, but like what you love and who you are. What makes you special. That's all I wanna focus on. And my huge, perfect t**s. You know what I mean?' Nearing the end of her set, the singer said that she was in a lot of pain, but that she wasn't going to let it get in the way of doing what she loves most. She joked: "I don't know why I'm w**king off the mic. Okay, it's time for me to end this set because I'm getting too wild.' On Wednesday, Jessie said she made her diagnosis public to help her process the news, and to show solidarity with others who are going through a similar experience. "I just wanted to be open and share it, " she expressed. "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." She continued: "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," she concluded. Jessie captioned her moving video: "No (more) Secrets and is it too soon to do a remix called 'Living my breast life'? All jokes aside (You know it's one of the ways I get through hard times) "This last 2 months have been so amazing, and having this go on along side it on the sideline's has given me the most incredible perspective. BUT… Your girl needs a hug. Also not getting massive tits. Or am I? No no… I must stop joking." Jessie is a proud mum to her son Sky Safir Cornish Colman, who she welcomed into the world in 2023 after experiencing the heartache of a miscarriage in November 2021. Throughout her life, Jessie has faced numerous health challenges; she was diagnosed with a cardiac condition at the age of eight, endured a minor stroke at 18, and temporarily lost her hearing in 2020.
Scottish Sun
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Jessie J gives health update after cancer diagnosis as she shares performance after ‘five breast biopsies'
On Wednesday, the Price Tag songstress revealed she has been diagnosed with breast cancer and would undergo surgery in days Raw Moment Jessie J gives health update after cancer diagnosis as she shares performance after 'five breast biopsies' JESSIE J has given fans a health update after her cancer diagnosis, sharing a video from her latest gig after undergoing 'five breast biopsies'. Singer Jessie, 36, shared a video on Instagram from her set at Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club, explaining that she was in discomfort but chose not to cancel the show. Advertisement 7 Jessie J has given fans a health update after her cancer diagnosis Credit: instagram 7 Jessie made her cancer announcement on Wednesday Credit: Instagram She wrote in her caption: 'I had 5 breast biopsies the night before this show. I was in some discomfort but so hyped to do it and I didn't want to cancel. "The more I watch this show back I can see my brain working in complete overdrive trying not to blurt it all out. "Laughing and making jokes in hard times [handshake emoji] me. And I am in-fact under your bed.' The footage showed the pop star performing a stripped-back set and interacting with the crowd in between songs. Advertisement During the show, she asked the audience: 'Anyone here from Joe & The Juice?' "On my first album, Who You Are, I know a lot of people called it Who Are You, which completely changed the meaning. Who are you? Where have you been? Pet peeve - people asking me, 'Where have you been?' Where the f**k have you been?'" She added: 'Being truthful in who you are - not your mates or your family or everyone else, but like what you love and who you are. What makes you special. That's all I wanna focus on. 'And my huge, perfect t**s. You know what I mean?' Advertisement Despite being in pain, Jessie was full of energy, at one point quipping: 'I don't know why I'm w**king off the mic. "Okay, it's time for me to end this set because I'm getting too wild.' Jessie J reveals she's been diagnosed with breast cancer & will have surgery She wrapped up the set by asking the crowd if anyone had any questions - and then answering herself with: 'Under your bed. I gotta sing this song on repeat.' It was on Wednesday that the Price Tag songstress revealed she has been diagnosed with breast cancer and would undergo surgery in days. Advertisement The former Voice coach, who shares a son with basketball player Chanan Colman, opened up about the sad news on Instagram. In an emotional post she told fans: "I was diagnosed with early breast cancer." She added: "Cancer sucks in any form, but I'm holding on to the word 'early'." 7 The singer is due to perform in London next month Credit: Getty - Contributor Advertisement 7 She told fans she was hesitant about going public Credit: Getty 7 The singer said she would be undergoing surgery after performing at the Summertime Ball in London on June 15. "It's a very dramatic way to get a boob job," she joked. Advertisement She told fans she was hesitant going public about her diagnosis but that she decided to be "open" for multiple reasons. 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." The Grammy nominee, who also shared her ADHD and OCD diagnoses with fans earlier this year, added that she hoped to show solidarity with other cancer patients. Advertisement She said: "It breaks my heart that so many people are going through so much similar and worse—that's the bit that kills me." Referring to her latest tracks No Secrets and Living my Best Life, she said "you can't make it up" - explaining she had no idea about her diagnosis at the time of recording. Fans and fellow celebs jumped into the comments to share their support. TV and radio personality Gaby Roslin said: "Sending you so much love and enormous hugs". Advertisement One fan added: "Love you and your light! This won't dim you down". While another said: "You are not alone. May your recovery be gentle, peaceful, and full of healing. Sending you a tight hug and all the love my heart can carry." Her post read: "No (more) Secrets and is it too soon to do a remix called 'Living my breast life'? What are the signs of breast cancer? BREAST cancer is the most common type of cancer in the UK. The majority of women who get it are over 50, but younger women and, in rare cases, men can also get breast cancer. If it's treated early enough, breast cancer can be prevented from spreading to other parts of the body. Breast cancer can have a number of symptoms, but the first noticeable symptom is usually a lump or area of thickened breast tissue. Most breast lumps aren't cancerous, but it's always best to have them checked by your doctor. You should also speak to your GP if you notice any of the following: a change in the size or shape of one or both breasts discharge from either of your nipples (which may be streaked with blood) a lump or swelling in either of your armpits dimpling on the skin of your breasts a rash on or around your nipple a change in the appearance of your nipple, such as becoming sunken into your breast Source: NHS "All jokes aside (You know it's one of the ways I get through hard times) This last 2 months have been so amazing, Advertisement "And having this go on along side it on the sideline's has given me the most incredible perspective. BUT… Your girl needs a hug. "Also not getting massive t*ts. Or am I? No no… I must stop joking." Health struggles This wasn't the first time Jessie had opened up about her health struggles. Last year, she opened up about her ADHD and OCD diagnoses, which she said were highlighted when she became a mum to her son Sky. Advertisement She previously said online: 'Having a baby has, let's say… exposed it a lot more which was comforting in a way, as it made it feel less heavy and scary.' "But also in moments has made me feel like I can't talk about it. F*** that. Here I am talking about it." On ADHD, she wrote: 'I feel like it's a superpower as long as you look at it from the right perspective and have the right people around you that can navigate it with you.' "It's made me re think about my whole life," she said. Advertisement "The way I've been, the way I deal with things. The relationships I have had. How I work and how I love. "It's empowered me and honestly sometimes has overwhelmed me all at the same time. I have always been honest in the journey I'm going through in life. Jessie J "If there is one thing social media has given me, it's the chance to relate, connect and heal with strangers that have kind hearts and are going through a similar thing. "I have always been honest in the journey I'm going through in life. Advertisement "And I know there are so many people that are going through this same thing and I'm honestly just reaching out to hold your hand and because I need mine held too." On OCD, she reflected on cleaning her shoes with a toothbrush as a child and trying to rely on lists 'to not feel like life will crumble'. In 2021, the Grammy nominated singer also revealed she struggled with acid reflux. Taking to social media she told fans: 'I am doing a reflux acid test for 24 hours (why I have a tube up my nose). I am going to blame that as the reason why this [video] is so bad.' Advertisement This followed a string of other health complications in 2017, which she hinted at in an interview. The singer told the Daily Star Sunday: "In the two years that I did The Voice in Australia, I was diagnosed with some health issues that I'm not ready to talk about that I had to really face as a woman." Getting back into the studio Her cancer revelation comes just months after the Sun revealed the singer was preparing to make her comeback after teaming up with Adele's favourite songwriting partner Ryan Tedder. An insider said: 'Jessie has recorded a string of new songs and has her fifth album ready to go. Advertisement 'She's been through some seismic changes in her life over the past couple of years, most notably becoming a mum, and it's inspired her to get back into the studio. 'Jessie spent time writing with Ryan, who wrote her song I Want Love, and they've come up with some amazing new tunes. 'It has been a long time coming but the timing had to be right. 'She didn't want to keep churning out record after record, and wanted it to feel authentic and real. Advertisement 'Jessie couldn't be more excited to share what she has been working on with her fans and she will be announcing her first song in the spring.' Jessie's last album, R.O.S.E, was released in four parts in 2018 but failed to have the impact the ex-Voice UK coach had hoped for. In 2023, she split from Republic Records after 17 years and told fans she was looking for a fresh start. Becoming a mum to son Sky was also a driving force. Advertisement She said at the time: 'There's no negative spin, nothing's happened, it's not dramatic. 'It's just me literally saying, 'This doesn't feel right' and it hasn't for years.' 7 Jessie has previously opened up about her health struggles Credit: Corbis - Getty 7 The diagnosis comes just a month after the release of two new songs Credit: Getty
