BBC broadcaster Lauren Laverne has revealed a new health challenge, announcing her diagnosis with a rare blood and bone marrow disorder called smouldering myeloma. The news comes approximately 18 months after the 48-year-old presenter received the all-clear from a previous cancer diagnosis.
Laverne, known for hosting BBC Radio 4’s Desert Island Discs and the BBC Radio 6 Music Breakfast Show, shared the update via an Instagram post on Friday. She described the process of coming to terms with this latest diagnosis as “a lot,” particularly given her recent history with cancer.
She had publicly disclosed her cancer diagnosis in August 2024, subsequently announcing her recovery in November 2024.
Understanding Smouldering Myeloma
In her statement, Laverne explained that sm
