BBC radio DJ Lauren Laverne shares cancer update as she says 'I've had the all clear'

Radio DJ Lauren Laverne has issued a huge update on her cancer journey.

The 46-year-old BBC radio DJ and presenter announced in August that she had been diagnosed with cancer but said it was caught "early and unexpectedly during a screening test." In an update shared today on Instagram, Lauren said she has finally had the all-clear and will return to work on Tuesday, the Mirror Online reports.

Lauren said she will be back on The One Show - and revealed she has also been working on some new episodes of Desert Island Discs for Radio 4. And she said she is also looking forward to returning to Radio 6 Music in the New Music.

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She posted a selfie with a sweater saying "Life is beautiful" and some well-wish cards she received, with the caption: "Well hello there! Just a quick update from me to say that after taking some time off to get better I've had the all clear and will be back to work on your TV this Tuesday with the wonderful @bbctheoneshow team.

"I've also been working on some new #DesertIslandDiscs episodes (which will air soon @BBCRadio4 @BBCSounds) and am looking forward to returning to @BBC6Music in the New Year.

"I want to say a huge thank you to the brilliant medical teams who took such great care of me, to the thousands of people who sent me such beautiful and encouraging messages, the friends and acquaintances who took the time to support me after going through cancer themselves - and most of all to my family: my two astounding kids and especially my husband Graeme, who was absolutely extraordinary throughout. It's been a difficult time but one that has taught me so much about what really matters.

"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, and feel 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. I have so much to be grateful for and excited about, and that is thanks to everyone mentioned above.

"Loads of love to anyone going through cancer treatment or supporting a loved one through it. See you soon and thanks again for the well wishes. Xx"

Fans took to the comment section of her Instagram post to share their happiness at the positive news, with one writing: "Marvellous news, will be lovely having you back on the airwaves again." Another listener added: "We love you Lauren. You look absolutely incredible and can’t wait to welcome you back to the breakfast show in January! Let's make that first cloudbusting a huge one!! Lots of love, regular listener, Ayden in Folkestone."

A third said: "Best news ever Lauren! What a trooper. Can't wait to be listening to you again soon on Radio 6." And someone else commented: "Fantastic. So happy you're feeling in the right place to start working again. Sending you love for a wonderful Christmas with everyone who loves you."