Lauren Laverne is set to return to work after taking three months off after being diagnosed with cancer.
The BBC confirmed when the The One Show host will return to the teatime programme, as well as resume her radio duties.
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Lauren, 46, shocked fans back in August when she shared an emotional message revealing she was battling cancer.
She said: “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.”
And after taking off three months to focus on her health, the BBC have revealed she will be back at work later this month.
“We’re delighted to welcome Lauren back to the studio this month for The One Show and Desert Island Discs, with new episodes airing on Radio 4 from 1 December, and we look forward to welcoming Lauren back to BBC Radio 6 Music in the new year,” a BBC spokesperson stated.
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Lauren did not reveal the type of cancer she has when she shared the news of her diagnosis, but shared her gratitude to the doctors who were looking after her.
She said at the time: “I’m in hospital at the moment and wanted to take this moment to say thank you: firstly to medical teams who have got me this far with incredible skill and kindness.
“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.”
While she has kept out of the spotlight since her announcement, she did return to social media in late summer to celebrate some good news in the shape of her son Fergus’ GCSE results.
Lauren, who is married to DJ Graeme Fisher and has another son, Mack, shared her pride on instagram.
She wrote: “It’s been a tough week for our family (thank you so much for all the lovely messages – I think it will take the rest of my recovery to process them!) but some really great news today.
“I don’t post pics of my kids usually but as this guy is now almost 17 and off to film school after smashing his GCSEs today I think I’ll allow myself to say: well done, Ferg.”
Lauren first tasted fame as the lead singer and guitarist for rock band Kenickie in the 90s.
The group, which included Lauren, her brother Pete, Marie du Santiago and Emmy-Kate Montrose, disbanded in October 1998.
Shortly after, Lauren began her presenting career, working on Channel 4 before joining the BBC.
Lauren’s statement in full
“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.
“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… 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.”
