Capital Breakfast host Chris Stark, 38, reveals secret testicular cancer battle as he explains absence from radio show

By KIRSTEN MURRAY FOR MAILONLINE

Published: 17:06 GMT, 24 March 2025 | Updated: 17:10 GMT, 24 March 2025

Capital Breakfast host Chris Stark, 38, has revealed he is battling testicular cancer battle as he explained his absence from his radio show in a post on Monday. 

Taking to Instagram with a health update for his followers he explained he has been off the radio in recent months after receiving chemotherapy following in diagnosis two months ago. 

He told followers: ‘Around a couple of months ago, after a routine trip to my local doctors, I found out I have Testicular Cancer.

‘I had surgery pretty quickly and have been off the radio/ podcasts the last couple of weeks having chemotherapy to best prevent anything from coming back.

‘The reason I want to share this is that I feel like an idiot that I didn’t spot this sooner. And although I’m effectively cured and it was caught early, my hope is any bloke reading this will perhaps think to check themselves today. Or go to a doctor if not sure about any possible symptoms.

‘Caught early, this cancer is so so treatable. It is most common in men aged 18-49.

‘I also think it’s a tricky subject matter to talk about, but I’m willing to put my now one ball on the line here if it helps make that conversation less tricky for guys, encourages someone to check themselves and potentially saves a life.’

Capital Breakfast host Chris Stark, 38, reveals secret testicular cancer battle as he explains absence from radio show

Sharing his gratitude to his loved ones he continued: ‘Thank you to my incredible family, who stood by me and encouraged me to share what’s happened. I also want to thank my brilliant friends and work colleagues for supporting me and my family. 

‘And of course, a huge thank you to the incredible doctors, nurses, and hospital staff I’ve encountered, especially concerning cancer care.

‘I also want to take a moment to send my thoughts and prayers to anyone affected by cancer. Check your balls. Chris xX

‘PS Excited to get back (stronger) to the radio tomo.’

Taking to Instagram with a health update for his followers he explained he has been off the radio in recent months after receiving chemotherapy following in diagnosis two months ago

Sharing his gratitude to his loved ones he continued: ‘Thank you to my incredible family, who stood by me and encouraged me to share what’s happened’

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Capital Breakfast host Chris Stark, 38, reveals secret testicular cancer battle as he explains absence from radio show

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