Julia Bradbury sends 'healing thoughts' to Emmerdale's Malandra Burrows after cancer news

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.

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.

Oasis star Bonehead has announced he is being treated for tonsil cancer.The musician Paul Arthurs, 56, addressed fans in a statement on Twitter and Instagram today. He wrote: “Just to let you all know I'm going to be taking a break from playing for a while. “I have been diagnosed with tonsil cancer.“But the good news is it's treatable and I will be starting a course of treatment soon. “I will keep you posted how it is going,” he added. “I am gutted I am missing the gigs with Liam and the band.“Have the best summer and enjoy the gigs if you're going. I'll see you soon xxx.”Paul’s Oasis bandmate Liam Gallagher sent his love to the star following the news of his diagnosis. He wrote: “Sending BIG love to the 1 n only Bonehead and his family. “Wishing you a speedy recovery we’re all thinking of you rasta you’ll be back on stage before you can say r we doing Colombia LG x.” (sic)Erasure’s Andy Bell also commented on Bonehead’s Twitter post, writing: “Get well soon Bone.”His other fans also took to the comments sections to send out messages of love and support. Angela Redshaw penned: “We will always support you bonehead you’re a legend.

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.

Actress Malandra Burrows has revealed she has been diagnosed with breast cancer.

Emmerdale actress Malandra Burrows, 56, who played Kathy Glover in the soap, has been left “heartbroken” by her stage three breast cancer diagnosis.She was told the devastating news in February after finding a lump a month earlier.After being checked by her GP, a follow-up scan and ultrasound confirmed that her cancer had progressed to stage three, and she had to have surgery to get it removed.Malandra will now undergo a gruelling course of chemotherapy for six months, but won’t be given a prognosis until the course is complete.She now wants to raise awareness to encourage other women to get checked.She told OK!: "Since my diagnosis I tell all ladies to please go and get a mammogram.“When I’ve told people they’ve said, ‘You’re fit and healthy, you can’t have cancer?’ and that was the big shock for me because I didn’t feel poorly.”Malandra also revealed that her tumour was initially mistaken for a cyst.Despite the heartbreaking news, the actress says she is feeling positive and has “never cried about it”.She vows to “do everything she can” to fight her illness, and jokes that she might get some “new boobs out of it”.Doctors told the soap star that her breast cancer may have been caused by the menopause.Official NHS guidance states that women who have experienced the menopause are more at risk of getting cancer due to an increase of oestrogen in the body.Malandra played Kathy in the ITV soap for 16 years from 1985.Her biggest storylines included marriages to Jackie Merrick (Ian Sharrock), Chris Tate (Peter Amory) and Dave Glover (Ian Kelsey).Her character moved to Australia in 2001 and only returned for a brief appearance in 2005 for Seth Armstrong’s (Stan Richards) funeral.Malandra also had a successful music career in

Former Emmerdale actress Malandra Burrows has told of her agony as doctors mistakenly told her her breast cancer was a cyst. Speaking exclusively to OK! as she revealed her diagnosis, the 56 year old explained how one of the first consultants she saw told her her cancer was a cyst and he “wouldn’t be seeing her again”.

Over recent years, more and more famous faces have opened up about their experience of the menopause. Where once ‘The Change’ was shrouded in stigma, celebs including Lisa Snowdon and Davina McCall have helped to shine a light on the natural part of ageing.