BBC RADIO 2 legend Bob Harris has shared a new health update with fans, after revealing that his cancer has spread.
The radio star, who previously revealed he was forced to take a break from broadcasting as a result of his health issues, posted a new image of himself with a big grin and a thumbs up.
Bob, 80, could be seen sitting at home in a gown and appeared in good spirits, while writing to fans: “Hiya Folks! I hope you’re all ok. Sending you all my love.”
The star, who is resting up at home and out of hospital, was flooded with sweet messages from fans.
One person wrote: “Sending all the love your way,” while another added: “Fab photo Looking great. Keep up the good work.”
Bob, 80, was initially diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2007 and managed the disease with treatment before recent setbacks.
Last month, he shared how his cancer has spread from his prostate to his upper spine.
Taking to Instagram to update his fans at the time, Bob shared a photo of himself walking with a stick.
“I’m sorry it’s been so long since I last posted but the past few weeks have proved to be an extremely testing time,” he penned in the caption.
Bob went on: “When I posted last time from hospital, we were trying to find the reason for the excruciating pain I was feeling in my back.
“Several scans later, we discovered that my prostate cancer has got into my upper spine…really frightening news.
“So, I immediately began a course of radiotherapy – two weeks in hospital in total – to bring things back under control. Thankfully I’m back at home now, on the pathway to recovery and feeling stronger every day.”
He added: “I have started a programme of rehab and today I got out into this glorious weather for the first time with my son @expiredfilmclub who took the photograph.
“Just want to send so much love to Zoe and to everyone who have been in touch.
What are the symptoms of prostate cancer?
Symptoms of prostate cancer can include:
- needing to pee more frequently, often during the night
- needing to rush to the toilet
- difficulty in starting to pee (hesitancy)
- straining or taking a long time while peeing
- weak flow
- feeling that your bladder has not emptied fully
- blood in urine or blood in semen
Source: NHS
“See you soon folks! xxx.”
Bob previously suffered a heart scare that forced him off the air in 2019.
He suffered a tear to his aorta which he described as “extremely serious” at the time.
Bob has hosted The Country Show on BBC Radio 2 for a number of years and famously hosted BBC Two music show, The Old Grey Whistle Test, in the 1970s.