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talkSPORT Host Danny Kelly Battles Throat Cancer, Urges Health Checks

3/18/2026

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Danny Kelly, a talkSPORT host, announced on March 18, 2026, that he has throat cancer.
The 69-year-old will pause his broadcasting career to undergo treatment, including surgery and chemotherapy.
He urged listeners to seek medical help when unwell and to get checked, noting his cancer was detected after an initial misdiagnosis of acid reflux.
Kelly expressed gratitude for talkSPORT's support and said he hopes to return to broadcasting after recovery.

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Danny Kelly, a talkSPORT host, announced on March 18, 2026, that he has throat cancer.
The 69-year-old will pause his broadcasting career to undergo treatment, including surgery and chemotherapy.
He urged listeners to seek medical help when unwell and to get checked, noting his cancer was detected after an initial misdiagnosis of acid reflux.
Kelly expressed gratitude for talkSPORT's support and said he hopes to return to broadcasting after recovery.