HEARTBREAKING: BBC star shares heartbreaking news about their c@ncer diagnosis from their hospital bed.

BBC Radio Legend Bob Harris Shares New Cancer Update as Treatment Intensifies

BBC broadcaster Bob Harris has shared a new update from hospital as he continues treatment for stage four prostate cancer, revealing that the illness has progressed despite a summer spent resting with family and friends.

The 80-year-old presenter stepped away from his BBC Radio 2 duties earlier this year to focus on his health after confirming that the cancer had spread to his spine.

In a new Instagram post shared on Monday, Harris posted a photograph from his hospital bed and explained that his treatment is now becoming more intensive.

“It has been a while since I last posted a health update and I want to let you know how I’m getting on, because there have been some changes with my cancer diagnosis,” he wrote.

“As regular followers will know, earlier this year I was forced to step back from @bbcradio2 to concentrate on treatment and rest.”

Harris Says Cancer Has ‘Gotten More of a Hold’

The veteran broadcaster admitted that taking time away from radio had been difficult, but said the break had also allowed him to spend valuable time with those closest to him.

“I have been missing my programmes so much, but this space has given me a most beautiful summer here at home, enjoying a most precious commodity… TIME,” he wrote.

Harris said he felt fortunate to have spent the warmer months with friends and family.

However, he then revealed that his condition had changed.

“I feel very blessed to have been able to spend lovely moments with family and friends… in the glorious summer sunshine, but during this time my cancer has been getting more of a hold.”

Despite the progression, Harris said he continues to feel well and is beginning a new course of treatment.

“I still feel well but I am now at the start of an intensive course of intravenous radiotherapy which we are confident will keep things at bay,” he said.

“I should know the outcome quite soon.”

‘It’s a Very Emotional Roller Coaster’

Harris also spoke about the emotional impact of living with stage four cancer.

He referenced former Olympic cyclist Chris Hoy, who has also spoken publicly about his own cancer diagnosis.

“It is possible to live successfully with stage four prostate cancer,” Harris wrote.

He added that Hoy would understand “it’s a very emotional roller coaster.”

Harris stressed that he remains determined to stay positive despite the challenges.

“But, as you know, I’m an extremely positive person, and I continue to be determined to continue to get the best out of everyday.”

He then shared a message for others facing difficult circumstances.

“My message to you, if you too are going through a difficult time, is this: NEVER GIVE IN. Fight with all your might to keep going.”

Harris admitted that maintaining that outlook is not always easy.

“It isn’t always easy,” he said. “I was in tears when I left the hospital with my son Miles on Friday.”

Looking Ahead Despite Treatment

Even while beginning a more intensive course of treatment, Harris said he remains focused on future plans.

He revealed that he has been working on a new playlist and intends to appear on stage in December, describing that as part of his determination to keep looking forward.

The broadcaster announced in June that he was stepping away from regular presenting after 56 years on air.

At the time, Harris confirmed that his prostate cancer had spread to his spine and said leaving work because of his health was not something he would have chosen.

“I am very fortunate to have spent my entire working life doing something I love so much,” he said.

Harris also described himself as a “massive BBC loyalist” and expressed gratitude for having been given the freedom to shape his programmes in his own way throughout his career.

Later, he reflected on one positive side of stepping back.

“Having to stop work because of ill health is not what I would have chosen,” he wrote, “but the massive positive is the quality time I am now able to spend with lovely friends.”

For now, Harris is concentrating on treatment while continuing to make plans beyond the hospital.

His latest update makes clear that the cancer has become more challenging, but he remains focused on family, music and making the most of the time ahead.