Trevor Nelson Takes Health Break: Music Stars & Colleagues Send Love
Trevor Nelson Takes Health Break: Music Stars & Colleagues Send Love
BBC DJ and presenter Trevor Nelson is stepping away from the airwaves due to health issues. Find out more about his break and the overwhelming messages of support from celebrities like Stormzy, Mel B, and Vernon Kay.
Beloved BBC DJ and presenter Trevor Nelson is taking a break from his busy schedule to focus on his health. The Radio 2 and 1Xtra stalwart announced he is "concentrating on getting better" and returning to 100% form before getting back behind the mic.
The news has prompted an incredible outpouring of love and support from across the music and broadcasting industries. Social media has been flooded with well wishes from prominent figures including music stars like Stormzy, Spice Girl Mel B, Beverley Knight, Jools Holland, Alesha Dixon, Lemar, Fleur East, and Corinne Bailey Rae. Singer Beverley Knight emphasized, "Health. First and always," while Fleur East encouraged, "Take your time. Health is everything." Corinne Bailey Rae praised him for "listening to your body."
Fellow broadcasters have also rallied around Nelson. Clara Amfo, Tony Blackburn, Romesh Ranganathan, Zoe Ball, and Lauren Laverne have all expressed their support. Lauren Laverne from 6 Music and Radio 4 shared her empathy, saying, "Sending lots of love and keeping everything crossed for you. I know how that can feel - take it one step at a time and try not to jump ahead."
Vernon Kay, who hosts a show on Radio 2, paid a heartfelt tribute on Friday, highlighting the deep affection for Nelson within the BBC. "Everyone at BBC Radio 2, including the mid-morning show are sending Trevor all the very very best wishes, we absolutely love him to bits," Kay said. He also mentioned playing golf with Nelson recently, noting his buoyant mood and confidence that Nelson would "face this challenge head on." Richie Anderson, covering for Nelson on Friday afternoon, echoed the sentiment, stating, "Sending all the love in the world to our Trevor, we've got your back buddy."
While Nelson, 62, focuses on his recovery, his weekday afternoon show on Radio 2 will see temporary changes. Clara Amfo will cover the slot from 14:00-16:00 BST initially, with DJ Spoony taking over from July 6th until further notice. Fans and colleagues alike are eagerly awaiting Nelson's return to the airwaves, wishing him a speedy and complete recovery.
