Jo Whiley has said she’s “beyond grateful” to a festival medic for helping her survive a “rollercoaster” year at Glastonbury.
The presenter, 58, lost her voice just two hours into the five-day event but soldiered on, even as BBC viewers voiced their concerns.
On Monday, the acclaimed broadcaster took to Instagram to reflect on her experience, praising a festival medic for helping her continue in her role as Glastonbury host, a position she has held since 1997.
The Radio DJ wrote: “Oh My!! Glastonbury 2024 was a bit of a rollercoaster. Such happiness to be there and to be bringing the festival to you all as part of the @bbcglasto team.
“Something I will never take for granted and I hope you enjoyed watching. So much joy and talent on those stages. The next week will be divided between watching all the performances on @bbciplayer and @wimbledon.
“Losing my voice two hours after arriving at Glastonbury was NOT what I expected and made things a *bit* tricky & I’m so grateful to everyone for the advice, remedies and honey & lemon. Special mention to Jim the festival medic who came to my rescue yesterday mid radio show!
“Saw two of my kids for a quick squeeze which was heaven and have seen photographic evidence that the whole WM crew & friends covered most corners of the festival. Not so much looking forward to the post-Glasto blues and laundry… anyone else??!!!
“Special thanks to my Glasto radio & TV family for your hard work, love, support, producing, co-ordinating, driving, face painting & dressing up.
“Beyond grateful to you all…Much love Jo”.
In her carousel of snaps, the BBC icon dazzled in a blue mini dress alongside fellow presenters Clara Amfo and Jack Saunders and happily posed with singer Corinne Bailey Rae.
Fans rushed to the comments to wish Whiley a speedy recovery, adding that the festival would not be the same without her.
One wrote: "I am sure won't be the only one to lose their voice during Glasto weekend. Glad all got sorted as coverage wouldn't have been the same without you.”
“Oh Jo you are a pure style Queen... hope the voice is recovering,” another added.
