Jamie Theakston's replacement as he takes break from Heart radio after cancer diagnosis

Jamie Theakston has told fans he has Stage 1 throat cancer, but 'cancer doesn't have him' in a positive post on Instagram

Jamie Theaktson's replacement on Heart radio has been revealed after the star's shock cancer diagnosis.

The popular presenter recently confirmed that he had been diagnosed with Stage 1 throat cancer after undergoing surgery on his vocal cords.

In an emotional statement on Instagram, the 53-year-old revealed his replacement on Heart FM would be Jason King, known as JK. Sharing his health update, Jamie said: "Hi Folks, as you know - I recently had an operation to remove a lesion from my vocal cords. The biopsy has identified this as stage 1 Laryngeal cancer. So - I have cancer - but cancer doesn’t have me. The prognosis is very positive and I’m hoping to be back with you in October.

Revealing his stand-in, he added: "Until then I've been told to give my voice a rest and leave you in the mostly capable hands of JK and Amanda. Big thanks to them and all the Global family who have been unbelievably supportive. Be thankful for this day, and when I next see you, I’ve got a great story to tell … Jamie x."

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