Close Menu
WTX News
    Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram
    Trending
    • Arrests made at protest for Palestine Action in London
    • Jamie Overton replaces Saqib Mahmood in England XI for third ODI
    • Sure! Here’s the text without the site name, category, date, and full stops: “It blew my mind as a kid” TV fans reveal best sci-fi series ever
    • Israel warns Gaza City residents to flee south to humanitarian area
    • Mauricio Pochettino ‘shocked’ by Daniel Levy’s Tottenham exit
    Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram YouTube
    WTX News
    • Live News
      • US News
      • EU News
      • UK News
      • Politics
      • COVID-19
      • Business
      • Tech zone
    • World news
      • Middle East News
        • UAE News
        • Palestine News
      • Europe
        • Italian News
        • Spanish News
      • Africa news
      • South America
      • North America
      • Asia
    • News Briefings
      • UK News Briefing
      • World News Briefing
      • Live Business News
    • Sports
      • Football News
      • Tennis
      • Women’s Football
    • MY World
      • Climate Change
      • In Review
      • Expose
      • Special Reports
        • Conscience Convoy
        • Rohingya Report
    • Entertainment
      • Insta Talk
      • Royal Family
      • Gaming News
      • TV Shows
      • Streaming
    • Lifestyle
      • Fitness
      • Fashion
      • Cooking recipes
      • Luxury
      • Money Saving Expert
    • Travel
      • Culture
      • Holidays
    • Sign Up
      • Log In
    WTX News
    • Live News
    • World news
    • News Briefings
    • Sports
    • MY World
    • Entertainment
    • Lifestyle
    • Travel
    • Sign Up
    Home - Health & Wellness - Presenter declares himself a ‘lucky boy’ after devastating cancer diagnosis
    Health & Wellness Updated:April 20, 2025

    Presenter declares himself a ‘lucky boy’ after devastating cancer diagnosis

    By Savanah Al Badri4 Mins Read
    Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email Telegram WhatsApp
    Presenter declares himself a ‘lucky boy’ after devastating cancer diagnosis

    Cliff Notes – Presenter declares himself a ‘lucky boy’ after devastating cancer diagnosis

    • Nick Owen, diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer in April 2023, has shared his experience publicly, stating he feels ‘lucky’ and hopes to be cancer-free after treatment.
    • His openness has led to numerous men reaching out to thank him for raising awareness and prompting them to get PSA tests, highlighting the importance of early detection.
    • Owen urges his sons and others to take prostate health seriously, advocating for earlier testing and awareness of potential symptoms, despite his own lack of symptoms at diagnosis.

    BBC presenter declares himself a ‘lucky boy’ after devastating cancer diagnosis

    Presenter Nick Owen has reflected on his crushing cancer diagnosis and the powerful impact he had by going public.

    The former BBC star, who also hosted on Good Morning Britain, was told he had an ‘extensive’ and ‘aggressive’ form of prostate cancer in April 2023.

    He shared his diagnosis with the world that August, taking time off work to undergo treatment in the form of a radical prostatectomy.

    Nick Owen was diagnosed with prostate cancer in April 2023

    Nick, 77, has now looked back on his ordeal and declared himself ‘lucky’ as he hopes to be rid of the disease.

    ‘It was possibly the worst day of my life,’ he told The Mirror of receiving his diagnosis.

    ‘But I’m still thriving; I’m still grateful. I’m feeling pretty well and glad to be where I am now.

    The former presenter took time off to be with his family as he received treatment  and said ‘Hopefully, I’m cancer-free. I’m a lucky boy.’

    Nick also shared that, since speaking out about his illness, he has received countless messages from men thanking him for raising awareness and encouraging them to get tested.

    At the time of his own diagnosis, Nick did not show any symptoms.

    His cancer came to light when a blood test revealed slightly elevated prostate-specific antigen (PSA) results, with his GP instructing him to see a specialist.

    ‘Every week, someone is writing to me to say hearing my story made them get a PSA test, they were diagnosed and having the operation,’ he said.

    In one instance, a man in Nick’s own village was diagnosed with prostate cancer despite showing zero symptoms. He had a PSA test thanks to the awareness he had raised.

    The morning TV star has declared himself a ‘lucky boy’

    ‘It’s constant,’ Nick added of the personal stories he hears. ‘It’s happened hundreds of times. It’s breathtaking and emotional.’

    Despite his own woes, Nick is ‘glad some good has come out of this.’

    ‘It’s vital that people get tested.’

    Nick previously admitted he struggled to tell his family about his cancer, especially his children.

    He told The Mirror last year: ‘Telling my children was difficult. I’ve got four children; three are our boys, two in their forties and one in their late thirties, and it was quite emotional.’

    Nick feared his sons, Andy, Tim, and Chris, might be at risk, since prostate cancer can run in families.

    The award-winning broadcaster now hopes he is ‘cancer-free’

    He now fears his three sons are at risk. Noting that his cancer served as a ‘warning’, Nick said he is urging his sons to be ‘extremely on the case’.

    ‘I’ll work on them to go earlier than 50, to be honest, to have the PSA tests. And the message has to be if you have got any hint of a worry, get someone to look at it.’

    As well as GMB, Nick is known for presenting on Good Morning with Anne and Nick, ITV Sport, and the BBC’s regional news show Midlands Today, the latter of which he began hosting in 1997.

    He’s received several accolades throughout his career, including the 2006 Baird Medal by the Royal Television Society for lifelong achievement. In 2023, he was also named On-Screen Personality of the Year.

    In the King’s Birthday Honours List, 2024, he was made an MBE.

    What is a PSA test?

    As explained by the NHS, a PSA test is a blood test to help check for prostate conditions such as prostate cancer or an enlarged prostate.

    High levels of prostate-specific antigen (PSA) in your blood may be a sign of a prostate condition.

    Testing may be recommended if you have symptoms that could indicate prostate cancer, such as:

    • peeing more than usual, having a sudden urge to pee or getting up often in the night to pee
    • blood in your pee
    • problems getting or keeping an erection

    Routine PSA testing is not offered on the NHS, but you may be offered one if a doctor thinks you show symptoms that could be prostate cancer.

    Men aged 50 or over can ask their GP for a PSA test, even if they do not have symptoms.

    Arts and Entertainment Cancer NHS Nick Owen prostate cancer UK Entertainment UK featured
    Share. Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Email Telegram WhatsApp
    Previous ArticleChains and piercings a Good Friday tradition in Mexico
    Next Article Drone attacks, combat and shelling continue despite Putin’s ‘Easter truce’, Zelenskyy says
    Savanah Al Badri
    • X (Twitter)

    Savanah is the Fashion news correspondent for WTX News. She has over 15 years experience in journalism and communications on a range of organisations, with roles that range from Reporting and Editorial to Brand Account Manager and production roles. She regularly writes features in Middle eastern Fashion and the latest trends coming through the world of fashion.

    Related Posts

    Why is Finland Is The Happiest Country In The World?
    Finland

    Why is Finland Is The Happiest Country In The World?

    Trinny Woodall opens up about regrets after ex-husband’s suicide
    Fashion

    Trinny Woodall opens up about regrets after ex-husband’s suicide

    What is chronic venous insufficiency? Symptoms and treatment after Trump diagnosed
    USA News

    What is chronic venous insufficiency? Symptoms and treatment after Trump diagnosed

    Silent Celiac: The Hidden Side Of Gluten Sensitivity
    Health & Wellness

    Silent Celiac: The Hidden Side Of Gluten Sensitivity

    Leave A Reply Cancel Reply

    You must be logged in to post a comment.

    Advertisment
    News Headlines
    Arrests made at protest for Palestine Action in London

    Arrests made at protest for Palestine Action in London

    Israel warns Gaza City residents to flee south to humanitarian area

    Israel warns Gaza City residents to flee south to humanitarian area

    Save 70% on VIP subscription
    News Briefings - the way to a better life
    News Briefings - the way to a better life
    Advert by Sponsors
    More from WTX News
    The latest gaming news - with game reviews and tips and tricks. updated 24 hours a day.
    The latest gaming news
    Hot off the press!
    • Arrests made at protest for Palestine Action in London September 6, 2025
    • Jamie Overton replaces Saqib Mahmood in England XI for third ODI September 6, 2025
    • Sure! Here’s the text without the site name, category, date, and full stops: “It blew my mind as a kid” TV fans reveal best sci-fi series ever September 6, 2025
    • Israel warns Gaza City residents to flee south to humanitarian area September 6, 2025
    • Mauricio Pochettino ‘shocked’ by Daniel Levy’s Tottenham exit September 6, 2025
    wtx news brings you the latest news, a UK news briefing, Sports analysis, and premier league news with a special round-up of Business and crypto updates
    Facebook X (Twitter) TikTok Instagram

    News

    • World News
    • UK News
    • US News
    • EU News
    • Business
    • Opinions
    • News Briefing
    • Live News

    Company

    • About WTX News
    • Register
    • Advertising
    • Work with us
    • Contact
    • Community
    • GDPR Policy
    • Privacy

    Services

    • Fitness for free
    • Insta Talk
    • How to guides
    • Climate Change
    • In Review
    • Expose
    • NEWS SUMMARY
    • Money Saving Expert

    News delivered to your inbox

    Copyright WTX News 2025

    • Privacy Policy
    • Terms

    Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.