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Trevor Nelson Recovers After Serious Brain Tumor Surgery

8/20/2026

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Trevor Nelson, 62, announced he underwent very serious brain tumour surgery and is now recovering.
He discovered the tumour after leaving BBC Radio 2 in June.
His phone was “blown up 20 times over” with health inquiries.
Nelson said the operation went incredibly well and that he feels great, energised, and ready to broadcast soon.
BBC colleagues Zoe Ball, Fearne Cotton and Clara Amfo sent supportive messages.

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Trevor Nelson, 62, announced he underwent very serious brain tumour surgery and is now recovering.
He discovered the tumour after leaving BBC Radio 2 in June.
His phone was “blown up 20 times over” with health inquiries.
Nelson said the operation went incredibly well and that he feels great, energised, and ready to broadcast soon.
BBC colleagues Zoe Ball, Fearne Cotton and Clara Amfo sent supportive messages.