BBC Radio’s Bryan Burnett steps away from mic to treat ‘incredibly rare’ cancer

Health & Fitness
6 Jun 2025 • 4:41 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • BBC Radio Scotland host Bryan Burnett announced he will be taking time off from his show, Get It On Tonight, to undergo treatment for “incredibly rare” appendix cancer.
  • Burnett revealed his diagnosis during his live show, explaining that a tumour was discovered when his appendix was recently removed.
  • He will undergo complex abdominal surgery and chemotherapy, with colleague Grant Stott filling in during his absence.
  • Burnett expressed gratitude to his team and the NHS staff, noting that his surgeon is a listener of his show and that he expects to make a full recovery and return to the air later in the year.
  • Hayley Valentine of BBC Radio Scotland conveyed well wishes to Burnett on behalf of listeners and the station, anticipating his return to the studio after his recovery.

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