A beloved newsreader has shared the heartbreaking news that she was diagnosed with breast cancer just hours before welcoming her first child into the world09:02, 26 Feb 2025Updated 09:50, 26 Feb 2025Kat Timpf recently gave birth hours after she was diagnosed with cancerA newsreader was dealt some devastating news before giving birth.Fox News’ Kat Timpf has revealed that she was diagnosed with breast cancer just hours before delivering her first child. The 36 year old telly favourite powered through her third trimester on air, but was given a devastating blow on what should have been a happy moment.In an emotional Instagram post this Tuesday, she announced the arrival of her son last week. A mere 15 hours before going into labour with hubby Cameron Friscia’s baby she got the shattering breast cancer diagnosis.”Last week, I became a mother. Just 15 hours before I went into labour, I was told I had breast cancer,” she shared. “The doctors have diagnosed it as stage zero and are optimistic that it hasn’t spread.”The newsreader took to social media to share the unfortunate newsKat recounted the tumultuous day she received her diagnosis, using humour to navigate the flood of emotions: “I was already more than a week past my due date and completely focused on trying everything to get the baby out,” she recalled.”By the afternoon, I found myself juggling appointments, cracking jokes about how to get rid of the cancer, all while waddling around,” reports the Mirror.The pair recently welcomed a son togetherThe Fox News icon was overdue when she finally gave birth and described the chaotic day as “not chill.” She continued: “I asked all the questions I could, including if I could get a copy of my tumour ultrasound to put on the fridge next to the ultrasound of my baby,” she quipped.She also told fans that doctors are urging her to have a double mastectomy sooner rather than later: “These next three months of maternity leave are going to look a lot different than I’d anticipated, and I’m still getting used to my new reality.”Kat bravely spoke out about the diagnosis during her first few days as a mother”I’m lucky that we found the cancer so early; I’m lucky to be my son’s mom. I mean, I know I’m biased, but the little dude absolutely rules – and not just because he might have saved my life.”Finishing off her announcement, the new mum raised a virtual glass to “finding humor and hope on the toughest days.”Article continues belowJoin the Daily Star’s WhatsApp for the sexiest headlines, showbiz gossip and lots moreThe Daily Star is now on WhatsApp and we want you to join us!Through the app, we’ll send you the sassiest showbiz stories, some naught headline and a seismic smattering of aliens…along with the latest breaking news of course.To join our community, all you have to do to join isclick on this link, select ‘Join Chat’ and you’re in!No one will be able to see who has sign up and no one can send messages except for the Daily Star team. We also treat our community members to competitions, special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.If you don’t like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose Exit group. If you’re curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.CLICK HERE TO JOINHave you joined Threads? Follow Daily Star to keep up to date on all things showbiz hereWant all the biggest Showbiz and TV news straight to your inbox? Sign up for our free Daily Star Showbiz newsletter More
