Zoe Ball to take time away from BBC Radio 2 amid loved one's cancer diagnosis
Zoe Ball has announced that she will be taking time away from her BBC Radio 2 show following a cancer diagnosis in her family.
The radio host, 53, shared the news with fans on Wednesday afternoon. Zoe announced on Instagram that her "brave" mother Julia Peckham, 74, has been diagnosed with cancer and that she may need some time off work as a result.
It comes following her absence from BBC Radio station's breakfast show in recent days, with fellow presenter Gaby Roslin, 59, having stepped in as cover. Zoe expressed gratitude towards Gaby in her post announcing the news.
She wrote in a post: "Heartbreakingly our beautiful Mama Julia has been diagnosed with cancer. As many of you know from experience, these are extremely tough times. Mum is being incredibly brave. My brother Jamie & I are completely in awe of the brilliant doctors, nurses & support teams looking after Mum. Thank you. Gratitude to our families & our extended family & friends at home & at work for their support at this time."
Zoe Ball made an announcement on social media this afternoon (Dave Benett/Getty Images)
She shared that her mother Julia Peckham has been diagnosed with cancer (zoetheball/Instagram)Zoe added on the platform: "Sending out love to people reading this who are battling cancer, or awaiting diagnosis & also to the folk looking after their dear ones who are poorly. I'm trying to be at work on breakfast as often as I can but occasionally need to be home with my Mama. Thanks to Gaby for stepping in. Lots of love."
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The presenter's post included photos of Julia, with one showing her seemingly receiving treatment. She was seen sporting a t-shirt that read: "This morning is amazing and so are you." Another showed Zoe's mum with some of the family.
The post was met with well wishes and a number a celebrities took to the comments section with messages of support. Strictly Come Dancing's Dianne Buswell wrote: "Sending all my love." Whilst former contestant John Whaite commented: "Much love to you all."
TV presenter Angellica Bell said: "Sending love to your mum, you and your family. Stay positive." Whilst Zoe's stand-in Gaby added: "Love you Zoe and such huge love to your beautiful mummy."
Sarah Cawood responded: "Oh Zoe my darling, this is awful news and I'm so sorry. Sending your mama so much love and strength to take on the challenges she now faces, and to you too, in supporting her. Massive massive cuddles to you all."
Julia Bradbury said: "So sorry to hear this Zoe. Wishing you and the family love & courage through this." Whilst Paddy McGuinness said: "Sending love to you all." The One Show's Alex Jones reacted: "Sending so much love to your whole family."
Dancing on Ice finalist Adele Roberts said: "Thinking of your amazing mum and sending so much love to you all." Whilst former Gogglebox participant Reverend Kate Bottley wrote: "You never face anything alone. You are loved and that's the strongest thing in the world. We got you."
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