Former TV-am star Nick Owen has revealed that he has ‘extensive’ and ‘aggressive’ prostate cancer.
Following his brief absence from BBC One’s Midlands Today, Owen, 75, spoke on Monday about the severe impact the sickness has had on his life.
‘I went to a specialist, he wasn’t very worried because my stats weren’t that high,’ he told the news program.’
‘But he said I should get a scan, and the scan said there’s something wrong, so he sent me for a biopsy, which he did.’
‘And the results of that were the killer – on April 13th, a date (that) will long be seared in my consciousness.’
‘He informed us that it was extensive, actually, and aggressive, and I had prostate cancer full-on, and something needed to be done rather fast.’
Who is Nick Owens?
Nick Owen is a British television presenter and journalist, best known for his work on regional and national news programs. He was born Nicholas David Arundel Owen on February 13, 1947, in Luton, Bedfordshire, England.
After completing his education, Nick began his journalism career in local newspapers and radio. He gained prominence when he joined the BBC in 1973 as a reporter and presenter for various regional news programs. In the early 1980s, he became a co-host of the popular BBC Breakfast Time program, one of the UK’s first breakfast television shows.
Nick’s friendly and approachable presenting style made him a favorite with viewers, and he quickly became a familiar face on British television. He later moved on to present other news programs, including the BBC News at One and the BBC News at Six.
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In addition to his work as a news presenter, Nick has also hosted various entertainment and factual programs, showcasing his versatility as a television personality. His career has spanned several decades, and he is regarded as one of the most respected and experienced broadcasters in the industry.
Throughout his career, Nick has received several awards and accolades for his contributions to journalism and broadcasting. He is known for his professionalism, integrity, and dedication to delivering accurate and reliable news to the public.
