Trevor Nelson Diagnosed with Brain Tumour

He confirmed the brain tumor discovery: "I was minding my own business and then it was discovered that I had a brain tumor." The news, he added, "shocked" him.

Nelson acknowledged intense public concern: "There’s been a lot of speculation as to what’s wrong with me, I know that much. My phone’s blown up 20 times over with people asking what’s wrong with me."

Overwhelmed by "the love and the positive vibes, thousands of you have been sending me," Nelson felt compelled to disclose his condition. He stated, "Due to the love and the positive vibes, thousands of you have been sending me, I felt that I should at least tell you what is wrong with me and what happened to me."

The surgery proceeded well, with Nelson confirming, "Thankfully it went incredibly well, and the last month I’ve been at home recuperating, resting, recovering, and getting some post-op treatment."

He has recuperated at home, receiving post-op treatment. Nelson did not clarify whether the tumor was cancerous, stating he would likely "deep-dive into it at a later date so you can hear the whole crazy story."

Clara Amfo covered Nelson's afternoon show from June 29 until July 3; DJ Spoony took over from July 6 until further notice. Nelson reportedly found distraction during his health situation by following the 2026 World Cup.

Nelson now reports feeling "great," "energised," and "almost back to myself," ready for an imminent return to work. He stated, "I can only tell you the truth. I feel great right now, I feel ready to come back. I feel energised and almost back to myself."

He plans a swift return to Radio 2, having DJed since his youth, starting on London's pirate radio station Kiss FM in the 1980s. Nelson received an MBE in 2002 for his contribution to the Millennium Volunteers programme.

Nelson concluded, "I've had a really serious situation but I've come out the other side and I feel great. I feel raring to go. I feel in good health." He added, "I’m feeling good. I will be back to work very soon. To radio first and later to my DJ gigs. Thank you for all your messages, your love and your support."