Julia Bradbury opens up on cancer journey: 'Telling my kids was the hardest thing'

JULIA Bradbury's courage and bravery was praised by fans tonight as she shared personal moments from her cancer battle. The 51-year-old documented the emotional process of undergoing a lifesaving mastectomy in ITV's Breast Cancer And Me.

Julia Bradbury has said that she hopes she's "still alive" in ten years during heartbreaking cancer documentary, Julia Bradbury: Breast Cancer and Me, which aired on ITV on Thursday night.The 51 year old Countryfile presenter was diagnosed with breast cancer last year after finding a lump in 2020 that turned out to be a cluster of benign micro-cysts, and a scan showed her to have a "high grade" 6cm tumour. Julia bravely shared her journey in the new hour-long documentary, which showed her navigating her cancer, from undergoing a mastectomy and reconstructive surgery, to how her children are dealing with it.

Former Countryfile presenter Julia Bradbury has given fans a glimpse inside the west London home where she lives with her husband Gerard Cunningham, her son Zephyrus and daughters Zena and Xanthe. The 51 year old, whose documentary Julia Bradbury: Breast Cancer and Me left fans in tears, regularly posts snaps of her property on Instagram where she has 212,000 followers. During lockdown, Julia, who announced in September last year that she’d been diagnosed with breast cancer, gave a peek into her bedroom when she showed off her “#badmumdancing”.

Julia Bradbury has opened up. about her hopes for the future after being diagnosed with breast cancer last year.

Julia Bradbury fought back tears as she recalled the moment she told her three children she had cancer on her ITV documentary Breast Cancer And Me on Thursday night.The presenter, 51, announced in September last year that she’d been diagnosed with breast cancer and underwent surgery a month later.The hour-long programme documented the star's battle showing her diagnosis, mastectomy and the support from her loved ones. During one heartbreaking moment, Julia said the "hardest thing" she has ever gone through in her life was telling her children — son Zephyr, 10, and twins Zena and Xanthe, seven — that she had cancer.

Julia Bradbury: Breast Cancer and Me viewers were left in tears during the star's powerful ITV documentary on Thursday night. The presenter, 51, announced in September last year that she’d been diagnosed with breast cancer and underwent surgery a month later. The hour-long programme documented the star's battle showing her diagnosis, mastectomy and the support from her loved ones.

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Instagram this evening to speak about trying to “find comfort” following her difficult mastectomy.The former Countryfile presenter also apologised for not being able to get back to all her followers ahead of the debut of her new show on ITV tonight.Julia addressed her 210,000 followers this evening, two hours before her show was set to air.Next to the video, she wrote: “I couldn't think of a better clip to show you a couple of hours before my doc goes out.“This is me just a few months ago, giving some advice about how to find some comfort following a mastectomy.“I know there are so many women who are going through this, this week, or have just been diagnosed, or are going to be here soon.“I know because you've been messaging me,” she continued.Julia went on: “I'm sorry I can't respond to you all but I hope I can carry on raising awareness and discover more about this disease so we can all learn together.“All our stories are all different & the community is phenomenal.“Love and healing to you all. Namaste,” she added, tagging her new show Julia, Bradbury: Breast Cancer & Me.In the clip attached, the star shared some helpful advice with her followers that were going through a similar struggle to her own.“Hello everyone,” she began.

Countryfile star Julia Bradbury has endured daunting moments since her diagnosis with breast cancer last summer and later undergoing a mastectomy.

Presenter Julia Bradbury has opened up about her emotional experience of being diagnosed with breast cancer.

Holly Willoughby broke down on Thursday’s episode of This Morning after hearing guest Julia Bradbury bravely talk about her breast cancer battle. Julia, 51, who was diagnosed with breast cancer in September 2021 and had a life-saving mastectomy towards the end of last year, joined Holly and Phil on the sofa to speak about her upcoming documentary; Julia Bradbury: Breast Cancer and Me. Speaking candidly about how tough the last few months have been, the Countryfile presenter opened up on her journey and how difficult it had been discussing her diagnosis with her children.

Holly Willoughby was visibly moved as she watched a clip from Julia Bradbury's new ITV documentary. It follows Julia’s very personal experiences, from emotional video diary entries to navigating having to tell her young children about her breast cancer diagnosis.

Emmerdale actress was diagnosed with stage three breast cancer.The former Countryfile star has been battling the disease herself since she was diagnosed last September.In a show of support for Malandra, Julia took to Twitter to send her “healing thoughts” to the actress.Sharing a video of the magazine interview, that saw Malandra confirm her diagnosis, Julia said she also aimed to raise awareness among the online community.In view of her 170,000 Twitter followers, Julia penned: “Healing thoughts & love to actress Malandra Burrows diagnosed with Stage 3 #breastcancer.“Not the story either of us wanted to share, but hopefully we're spreading #awareness & fueling the desire for more research about this pervasive disease that terrorises so many women.” (sic)Last week, Julia was inundated with praise after she shared an insight into her post-operation process after she underwent a mastectomy late last year.The BBC star admitted she was left in “shock” following the procedure.However, she could be seen smiling again as she soaked up the sun in a bikini during a holiday in Mauritius.She captioned the shot: “I had no idea what life after a #mastectomy would be like.“I feel incredibly grateful that some things have gone my way during my #breastcancer diagnosis.“Each of our stories is different... I was fortunate to be able to have immediate recon after my breast was removed containing a 6cm tumour.”The presenter continued: “Nothing prepares you for the shock & impact...& yet but here I am in a bikini again.“Didn't think this would happen.

HOLLY Willoughby broke down in tears today after Countryfile presenter Julia Bradbury described her devastating mastectomy on This Morning. The 51-year-old said she was advised to "say goodbye" to her boobs before the life-saving operation after being diagnosed with breast cancer last year.

This Morning presenter Holly Willoughby was left choked after guest Julia Bradbury spoke about her breast cancer diagnosis, mastectomy and the impact it had on her children.Julia was filming a piece for This Morning when she received the news and had the heartbreaking job of informing her children.Her new documentary, Julia Bradbury: Breast Cancer and Me, follows the former Countryfile presenter's journey through recovery and includes a clip of the moment she was reunited with her children after her mastectomy surgery.The star underwent the procedure during Covid-19 restrictions, meaning she had to quarantine after the operation.Julia also said that she avoided showing her face to her children so as "not to scare them".This Morning then showed a sweet clip of the first time they all saw each other again.Julia can be seen waiting on a bed as she informs the camera: "This is the longest time I've ever gone without seeing them.

Television favourite Julia Bradbury has been bravely sharing her journey with breast cancer since she announced her diagnosis last September. Recently, the mum-of-three brilliantly a picture of herself sporting a bikini for the first time since the operation whilst holidaying in Mauritius – proving that having a mastectomy needn't get in the way of looking and feeling great in swimwear. In the photo, Julia could be seen adjusting her ponytail while wearing a stunning blue paisley print bikini from Melissa Odabash which is paired with a matching pink print wrap-around dress.

Julia Bradbury has told HELLO! magazine how the trip has given them the chance to spend precious time together following her cancer diagnosis last year.READ: Julia Bradbury speaks out after weight loss criticism"I have this feeling of embracing everything now, grabbing everything that life has to offer with open arms. I wasn't sure that I would ever travel again – and certainly wasn't sure whether I'd wear a bikini ever again," said the TV presenter, who stayed at the luxury Heritage Le Telfair resort with her partner Gerry and their three children Zeph, ten, and seven-year-old twins Xanthe and Zena.WATCH: Julia Bradbury in tears as she shares health updateThe trip coincides with Julia's emotionally raw documentary this week about her cancer journey, which began when a 2¼in tumour was found in her left breast last September.

Julia Bradbury has proudly posted a photo of herself in a bikini while holidaying in Mauritius. Julia, 51, announced in September last year that she’d been diagnosed with breast cancer and underwent surgery a month later. Now the mum-of-three has worn a bikini for the first time since her mastectomy after admitting that she “didn't think this would happen”.

JULIA Bradbury has posed in a bikini for the first time since having a mastectomy as part of her treatment for cancer. The Countryfile presenter took to Instagram with the holiday snap, showing off her figure in a blue and white bikini and pink cover-up.

Countryfile presenter Julia Bradbury has been praised by her Instagram followers for sharing a bikini snap while addressing the "shock and impact" of her mastectomy.The BBC star, 51, revealed she had been diagnosed with breast cancer last September and since then has undergone a mastectomy and kept fans updated on her journey in a bid to raise awareness of the disease.Earlier today, Julia took to Instagram to share an insight into the post-operation process, which she said left her in “shock”.However, the presenter appeared in great spirits as she was able to enjoy the sunshine in a bikini.In view of her 207,000 followers, Julia posted a picture of herself sitting on a sunbed by the sea.The TV star could be seen smiling as she tied up her hair while soaking in the sun during a holiday in Mauritius.She penned: “I had no idea what life after a #mastectomy would be like.“I feel incredibly grateful that some things have gone my way during my #breastcancer diagnosis.“Each of our stories is different... I was fortunate to be able to have immediate recon after my breast was removed containing a 6cm tumour.”The presenter continued: “Nothing prepares you for the shock & impact...& yet but here I am in a bikini again.“Didn't think this would happen.

Countryfile presenter has spoken in a recent interview about how "lucky" she was that she found her cancer when she did.After finding out her diagnosis Julia wasted no time and had a mastectomy in October.Her tumour was in an awkward position, located near the back of her breast.It was also described as "flat and long and invisible" on the mammogram due to her "dense" breast tissue.Talking about the near-miss, Julia said: "I feel lucky it was found when it was."Because a year later, it could have been a different story", she added to The Times.Since going public about her diagnosis, Julia was approached by a production company and has been filming her treatment since.Carrying on discussing her treatment journey, she took to Instagram at the weekend to share the details of her "brutal" mastectomy.Julia wrote in view of her 204,000 followers: "There'll be quite a few photos of my upper body in the press this week because I've done lots of interviews about my forthcoming @itv #breastcancer documentary."Referring to the selfie attached to the post, she continued: "This is the last pic I took of myself before my mastectomy, to remove a 6cm tumour from my left breast."One of the best bits of advice I was given by my friend Heidi who has been through this, was to say goodbye and thank you to my breast…"For all the years of service and time spent together."Saying farewell and grieving for what we've lost is OK."To all the women about to go through this (I know some of you have your op this week) and to those of you just through the other side..."It helped me to know this brutal, scary procedure was to save my life," Julia penned.She continued: "There are new possibilities, this experience will give you an inner strength you