Lauren Laverne Confirms “All Clear” Following Cancer Treatment

Broadcaster Lauren Laverne has announced that she has received the “all clear” following her cancer treatment, adding that the experience provided her with insights into “so much about what really matters” in life. The 46-year-old BBC presenter shared on Instagram on Sunday her intention to return to her role on The One Show this Tuesday, having been “after taking some time off to get better.” Laverne expressed that she now perceives “more than ever that the small things in life – the connections we make and care we take with each other – are the big things really.” Laverne, known for hosting BBC Radio 6 Music’s breakfast show and Radio 4’s Desert Island Discs, disclosed her diagnosis in August. At that time, she mentioned that her cancer was detected early and that she “expected to make a full recovery.” In her Sunday post, she extended gratitude to the “brilliant medical teams who took such great care of me” and “the thousands of people who sent me such beautiful and encouraging messages.” She specifically thanked her family, stating: “Most of all [thank you] to my family: my two astounding kids and especially my husband Graeme, who was absolutely extraordinary throughout.” Laverne reflected, “It’s been a difficult time but one that has taught me so much about what really matters.” She further elaborated, “I can’t say I suddenly regretted never having hiked the Inca Trail, more that I now see more beauty in ordinary things than I could have imagined.” The Instagram post also featured an image of her in a jumper displaying the phrase: “Life is beautiful.” In August, she had mentioned that her cancer was found “unexpectedly during a screening test” and encouraged anyone “avoiding a test or putting off an appointment” to undergo screening. The specific type of cancer Laverne was diagnosed with has not been disclosed. Laverne initially served as a stand-in for Kirsty Young on Desert Island Discs in 2018 before becoming its permanent host. In this capacity, she has interviewed notable figures such as Cillian Murphy, Steven Spielberg, Rebel Wilson, Delia Smith, Kate Mosse, and John Legend. Her past presenting roles include BBC Two’s The Culture Show and Channel 4’s 10 O’Clock Live. During the 1990s, she was a singer and guitarist for the alternative rock band Kenickie. A spokesperson for the BBC commented: “We’re delighted to welcome Lauren back to the studio this month for The One Show and Desert Island Discs, with new episodes airing on Radio 4 from 1 December, and we look forward to welcoming Lauren back to BBC Radio 6 Music in the new year.” For individuals affected by cancer, or those who know someone who is, a compilation of supportive organizations is available on the BBC Action Line page. Copyright 2024 BBC. All rights reserved. The BBC disclaims responsibility for the content of external sites. Information regarding its approach to external linking is available.