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Sports Presenter Mel McLaughlin Reveals Shock Cancer Battle
11 Mar
Summary
- Mel McLaughlin to reveal her cancer diagnosis on Seven News tonight.
- The sports presenter has been off-air since January undergoing treatment.
- She reportedly learned of her condition in December and has been treated privately.
Channel Seven sports presenter Mel McLaughlin is set to publicly reveal a cancer diagnosis in an upcoming interview with colleague Mark Ferguson. The news follows her absence from television screens since January. While initially reported as a period of well-earned leave, it is understood that McLaughlin has been privately undergoing treatment for the condition since December.
Her absence from recent high-profile events, including the NRL season launch in Las Vegas, sparked speculation regarding her future with the network. In her absence, new recruit Matt White and Jelisa Apps have covered major sports duties, with White also set to lead the network’s expanded NRL coverage. Additionally, Emma Freedman was recently announced to join Matt Shirvington as a host for the 2026 Glasgow Commonwealth Games coverage, a role McLaughlin was previously expected to consider.
