Bob Harris Hospitalized Following Prostate Cancer Diagnosis on BBC Radio 2
Bob Harris, the 79-year-old BBC Radio 2 presenter, has been hospitalized as he manages complications linked to his prostate cancer diagnosis. He shared a hospital photograph on Instagram and thanked family and friends for their support.
Health update and treatment
Harris revealed the admission followed “an issue that had been building up” over recent weeks. He said the problem required treatment and a short break from his shows.
He was first diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2007. He has described occasional setbacks that need focused attention.
Broadcast plans and temporary cover
The Country Show for this week was ready to air as planned. Sounds of the 70’s was scheduled for 12th April as an 80th birthday celebration special.
That episode was recorded before the C2C festival with his friend Zoe Ball. Darius Rucker will sit in on Country, and Shaun Keaveny will cover Sounds of the 70’s for several weeks.
Messages of support
Harris thanked his family and his manager, Nick Canham at Clore Clients, for their help. He praised the BBC Radio 2 team for supporting him throughout this time.
He has previously opened up about treatment side effects. Celebrities and colleagues, including Zoe Ball, Paddy McGuinness, Dermot O’Leary and Sara Cox, sent warm messages after earlier posts.
Past reflections and advice
In prior updates, Harris spoke about intensive top-up treatments and heavy daily medication. He said these measures keep his condition under control but can bring difficult side effects.
He has urged men over 50 to get checked, noting early detection saved him. He described feeling grateful for each day.
Career and recognition
Harris has worked with the BBC for more than five decades. He received an OBE in 2011 for services to broadcasting.
Filmogaz.com will follow this story and publish further updates. We send our best wishes to Bob Harris for a steady recovery.
