BBC Radio 2 Presenter Taking Break for Health Reasons

BBC Radio 2 and 1Xtra presenter Trevor Nelson said he will take time off work after follow-up medical tests. Nelson posted on Instagram that he had been advised to undergo additional checks following a routine appointment. He stated he is focusing on recovery and will return once he feels ready.

The 62-year-old marked 30 years at the BBC earlier this year. He began his career with a London sound system, later worked at pirate station Kiss FM, and joined Radio 1 in 1996. Nelson presents a weekday afternoon show on Radio 2 and a Sunday morning program on 1Xtra. He has also hosted television music shows and received an MBE in 2002.

BBC director of music Lorna Clarke said staff at both stations wish him a speedy recovery. Fellow broadcasters and musicians including Stormzy, Mel B, Beverley Knight, and Vernon Kay posted messages of support online. Next week, Clara Amfo will cover Nelson's weekday slot from 14:00 to 16:00 BST. DJ Spoony will take over from 6 July until further notice.