BBC DJ Trevor Nelson reveals brain tumour surgery 'went well'
The 62-year-old said that his "world was turned upside down" when a brain tumour was discovered.
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"I felt that I should at least tell you what was wrong with me."
— Trevor Nelson , Celebrity
"Every day, 35 people are diagnosed with a brain tumour."
— Dan Knowles , Executive
"so good to see your face and learn that you're doing well."
— Zoe Ball , Celebrity
"brilliant surgeons."
— Clara Amfo , Celebrity
"much love legend."
— Romesh Ranganathan , Celebrity
Key People
Clara Amfo is a British radio DJ and television presenter.
Dan Knowles is the chief executive at the charity Brain Tumour Research.
Romesh Ranganathan is a British comedian and presenter.
Trevor Nelson is a prominent DJ and broadcaster known for his role on BBC 1Xtra.
A presenter who discussed not getting the hosting job for Strictly.
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The 62-year-old said that his "world was turned upside down" when a brain tumour was discovered.
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