Capital Breakfast host Chris Stark has revealed he’s recently been battling with testicular cancer.
The presenter took to Instagram on Monday (May 24) to announce the news to fans, which follows another shocking radio star story.
The DJ, 38, wrote: “Around a couple of months ago, after a routine trip to my local doctors, I found out I have Testicular Cancer.
“I had surgery pretty quickly and have been off the radio/ podcasts the last couple of weeks having chemotherapy to best prevent anything from coming back.”
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He added: “The reason I want to share this is that I feel like an idiot that I didn’t spot this sooner. And although I’m effectively cured and it was caught early, my hope is any bloke reading this will perhaps think to check themselves today. Or go to a doctor if not sure about any possible symptoms.
“Caught early, this cancer is so so treatable. It is most common in men aged 18-49.
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“I also think it’s a tricky subject matter to talk about, but I’m willing to put my now one ball on the line here if it helps make that conversation less tricky for guys, encourages someone to check themselves and potentially saves a life.”
Chris was flooded with support from friends and fans in the comment section.
Breakfast TV host Dan Walker said: “Stay strong big man.” Podcast host Giovanna Fletcher shared: “Huge love to you Chris!!!! Xxx.”
Fellow radio star Clara Amfo typed: “SO glad you’re caught it quickly, salute for sharing!!!”
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Singer Craig David also shared: “Knowing you’re now healthy & caught it early is a real blessing mate. You sharing this is so powerful.”
The radio star has stayed a fixture on national radio since joining the Scott Mills show on Radio 1 back in 2012.
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