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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
Health
Johann Calderon

What's Wrong With Trevor Nelson? The 60-Year-Old Radio 2 DJ Speaks Out After Secret Brain Tumour Surgery

Trevor Nelson receiving a lifetime achievement award from The Radio Academy (Credit: The Radio Academy/Wikimedia Commons)

BBC Radio 2 presenter Trevor Nelson has revealed he underwent 'very serious' surgery after doctors discovered a brain tumour, finally explaining why he suddenly disappeared from the airwaves earlier this summer.

The veteran broadcaster, who is 62, had stayed largely silent about the reason for his break after telling listeners in June that he needed time away from work because of health concerns. His latest update confirms that he was dealing with a significant medical condition and required an operation.

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