The 46-year-old has been diagnosed with cancer Deb Grant issued a tribute to Lauren Laverne after the presenter revealed her cancer diagnosis. The DJ is currently hosting Lauren's weekday breakfast show on 6 Music. Lauren took to Instagram while the show was on air this morning to reveal she had been diagnosed with cancer.
After the news was shared, Deb addressed her co-host as she sent a message of support. She said: "You will have just heard the news about Lauren. Just wanted to say, on behalf of everyone here, we're thinking of you.
She added: "We hope you'll be back with us very, very soon. I wanted to play this one for Lauren Laverne because I happen to know it's one of her favourites. "We love you Lauren.
" The DJ went on to play Stevie Wonder's cover version of The Beatles' classic, We Can Work It Out, in honour of her co-host, Lauren. Lauren took to Instagram this morning to share a photo from her hospital bed. The 46-year-old Desert Island Discs host said: "Right then, some personal news.
.. I recently had a cancer diagnosis.
"It was (thank God) caught early and unexpectedly during a screening test and I am expected to make a full recovery. I’m in hospital at the moment and wanted to take this moment to say thank you: Firstly to the medical teams who have got me this far with incredible skill and kindness. Lauren, who shot to fame as a member of pop group Kenickie in the 1990s, added: ""To my family and friends who have been absolutely extraordinary every step of the way - I am so very grateful and love you so much.
"And of course thank you to my colleagues - including those at @itg_ltd, @bbc6music, @bbctheoneshow and #DesertIslandDiscs for their support - and for giving me the time off that I need to get better. "I also want to say that if you’re avoiding a test or putting off an appointment to get yourself checked out please, please do it today. Half of us will get cancer at some point, and if you do, finding out asap is everything.
"It’s usually my job to bring the good vibes on air but any you have to spare are very much welcome here. Sending loads of love to anyone in a similar boat, or who has made it back to shore. xxx" Huw Stephens said: "Lots of love to you and the family Lauren x" Sarah Millican added: "Sending lots of love and gentle hugs.
" Dermot O'Leary shared a heart emoji..
