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Reggie Yates' Cancer Scare: Tumour Removed From Hand
11 Jan
Summary
- Reggie Yates underwent surgery to remove a tumour from his hand.
- He described the experience as one of life's hardest moments.
- Yates is now ready to heal and move on from the scare.

Broadcaster Reggie Yates has disclosed a recent cancer scare following surgery to remove a tumour from his hand. The 42-year-old star described the past year as profoundly challenging, yet also a period of significant personal growth and learning.
He candidly shared his experience on his Substack, detailing the uncertainty of awaiting test results for the tumour. Despite the fear, Yates found moments of humor, noting the contrast between his initial worries about hand function and his subsequent completion of a novel typed with that same hand by December.
Now, Yates is looking towards recovery and embracing the future, ready to 'celebrate the battles won.' He expressed his readiness to heal and move beyond the health scare, signaling a new chapter in his career and personal life.