BBC Radio 2 and BBC Radio 1Xtra presenter Trevor Nelson has announced he is stepping back from work while he focuses on his health.
The broadcaster, who has been absent from his Radio 2 show this week, shared the news on Instagram after revealing doctors had advised him to take time away following routine medical checks.
The 62 year old said he wanted to let his followers, radio listeners and Soul Nation fans know he would be taking “a little break” from his work commitments. He added that he had not been on air this week because doctors recommended further tests after a routine check up.
Trevor said: “After a routine check-up I was advised to have some follow up tests. As a result, I will be taking some further time off. As I’m sure you can appreciate with health issues, it’s important to deal with facts and not speculate.
“So I’m concentrating on getting better, being back to 100% me and to getting back behind the mic and the decks.”
The BBC confirmed its support for the presenter, who celebrated 30 years with the corporation earlier this year after becoming one of its most influential champions of R&B, soul and hip hop music across Radio 2 and BBC Radio 1Xtra.
Lorna Clarke, the BBC’s Director of Music, said: “Everyone at BBC Radio 2 and BBC Radio 1Xtra wishes Trevor a very speedy recovery and we all look forward to him returning to his shows whenever he is ready.”
Nelson has been a familiar voice on BBC radio for three decades and is also known for his Soul Nation club nights, live events and long standing commitment to promoting black music in the UK.
Vernon Kay paid tribute to Trevor on his show this morning, saying: “Everyone at BBC Radio 2, including the mid-morning show are sending Trevor all the very very best wishes, we absolutely love him to bits. He’s a stalwart broadcaster within the UK – I played golf with him a couple of weeks ago and he was in a buoyant mood. And I know that this challenge is something that Trevor is gonna face head on. So Trevor we are sending you all our love and hopefully see you on the Links very soon my friend.”
Lorna Clarke, Director of Music, BBC says: “Everyone at BBC Radio 2 and BBC Radio 1Xtra wishes Trevor a very speedy recovery and we all look forward to him returning to his shows whenever he is ready.”
No timescale has been given for his return, but the presenter said he is concentrating on his recovery before getting back behind the microphone.
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