Pop star Jessie J has revealed she recently underwent surgery for breast cancer and is currently recovering at home as she awaits further results.
In a candid social media post, the 37-year-old singer expressed heartfelt gratitude to her doctor, surgeon, and the nurses who cared for her. She accompanied the message with a series of personal photos and videos taken during her time in hospital.
Describing the post as a reflection of “the honest lows and highs of the last 48 hours,” Jessie reaffirmed her commitment to sharing “both the good and hard parts of any journey” she experiences.
The artist, originally from Essex, had initially disclosed her diagnosis of early-stage breast cancer in early June. She received an overwhelming amount of support from both fellow musicians and fans. At that time, she stated that she was going to have surgery after performing at Capital’s Summertime Ball at Wembley Stadium on June 15.
In her latest update, she posted images of her partner, Chanan Safir Colman, and their son visiting her in the hospital, along with a video of herself singing from her hospital bed prior to surgery. Another light-hearted clip showed her holding a post-operative drainage bottle, which she joked resembled a “goji berry smoothie.”
Throughout her message, Jessie emphasized her gratitude to the medical staff and offered encouragement to others facing challenges:
“Still hugging everyone going through something tough right now. We all got this!”
Messages of encouragement swiftly followed. TV host Gaby Roslin remarked, “Wishing you power, vitality, and a lot of love, you wonderful spirit.” Singer Marvin Humes noted, “I believe Sky will keep you uplifted and provide you with strength… You are truly a fighter.”
Upon revealing her diagnosis, Jessie shared that she opted for a public disclosure to aid in managing the situation and to show support for others facing comparable challenges.
