BBC Radio 2’s Bob Harris returns to hospital for treatment
bob harris has told listeners he is back in hospital and is taking a short break from his Radio 2 shows while receiving treatment for an issue that developed over the past few weeks. He confirmed this week’s Country show will air as scheduled and that the Sounds of the 70’s episode on 12th April (ET) is a pre-recorded 80th birthday special. He thanked family, friends and his manager for their support and said he will return when he is ready.
Bob Harris: Hospital treatment and schedule
Bob Harris wrote that he is receiving treatment for a problem that has built up in recent weeks and noted his ongoing struggle with prostate cancer. “As many of you know, I suffer from prostate cancer, and every now and again I experience setbacks that need attention. Now is one of these moments, ” he said, using his post to explain his temporary absence from broadcasting.
He confirmed that the regular Country show for this week is scheduled to go ahead, and that the Sounds of the 70’s episode set for 12th April (ET) will feature an 80th birthday celebration he recorded before attending the C2C Festival with Zoe Ball. During his absence, Darius Rucker will guest on Country, while Shaun Keaveny will cover Sounds of the 70’s for a few weeks.
Immediate reactions and messages
Bob Harris, presenter, Radio 2, paid tribute to those supporting him: “Thank you with all my heart to them and to all my listeners whose words and messages here mean so much. Sending you all my fondest love, ” he wrote. He also offered reassurance about his return: “I know that I will come back… and come back stronger. I hate missing programmes and I am keen to get back into the studio as soon as I can. “
He specifically acknowledged the support of his family, friends and his manager Nick Canham, crediting them with helping him through this period. Programming adjustments named by the station list Darius Rucker and Shaun Keaveny as guest and cover hosts during the weeks Harris is away.
Background and what to watch next
bob harris has previously spoken publicly about living with prostate cancer and the periodic intensive treatments that follow. The presenter recorded his 80th birthday Sounds of the 70’s special ahead of scheduled live appearances.
What’s next: listeners should expect guest-hosted editions of his regular programmes while he receives treatment, with scheduled specials already in place through 12th April (ET). Bob Harris has not provided a return date but has pledged to come back to the studio when he is ready, leaving the timeline contingent on his ongoing care and recovery.
