BBC presenter Lauren Laverne is cancer free, she has confirmed in an emotional update.

Lauren, 46, announced in August that she had been diagnosed with cancer, which she said was detected “early and unexpectedly during a screening test.”

But now she has posted a huge update on her social media pages, posting a smiling photo of herself wearing a sweater emblazoned with the words: “Life is beautiful.”

She wrote: “Well, hello! Just a quick update from me to say that after taking a little time to improve, everything is clear and I’ll be back at work on your TV this Tuesday with the wonderful team at @bbctheoneshow.

“I’ve also been working on new episodes of #DesertIslandDiscs (soon to air on @BBCRadio4 @BBCSounds) and look forward to returning to @BBC6Music in the new year.

Lauren added: “I want to say a huge thank you to the brilliant medical teams who took such good care of me, to the thousands of people who sent me such beautiful and encouraging messages, to the friends and acquaintances who took the time for supporting me after suffering from cancer themselves – and especially to my family: my two extraordinary children and especially my husband Graeme, who has been absolutely extraordinary throughout this period. learned a lot about what really matters.

“I can’t say that I suddenly regretted never having walked the Inca Trail, but above all that I now see more beauty in ordinary things than I could have imagined, and that I feel more than ever that the little things in life – the connections we make and care for with each other – are truly the big things.

“I have so much to be grateful and excited about, and it’s all thanks to everyone mentioned above. Much love to everyone going through cancer treatment or supporting a loved one. soon and thank you again for your best wishes Xxx.

Fans and celebrity friends of Lauren jumped into the comments section to congratulate her on the exciting news, with Davina McCall – who recently underwent surgery to remove a brain tumor – writing: “There she is. I hope you and your family are all well! I love you Lauren.

Clara Amfo added: “Yes my friend!!! ” as Coronation Street star Sally Carman wrote: “Wonderful!

One fan wrote: “Great news Lauren and welcome back! ” and someone else agreed: “Congratulations, Lauren. What a thing to go through – I’m so glad you’re on the other side now. Sending you lots of love and fun adventures ahead.

Initially announcing her diagnosis in August, Lauren didn’t reveal what type of cancer she had, but posted an emotional message to fans.

She wrote: “In this case, some personal news… I was recently diagnosed with cancer. It was (thank goodness) detected early and unexpectedly during a screening test and I am expected to make a full recovery.

“I am currently in hospital and I wanted to take advantage of this moment to say thank you: first of all to the medical teams who have accompanied me so far with incredible competence and kindness. To my family and friends who have been absolutely amazing every step of the way – I’m so grateful and love you so much And of course thank you to my colleagues – including those at @itg_ltd, @bbc6music, @bbctheoneshow and. #DesertIslandDiscs for their support – and for giving me the time off I need to get better.

“I also want to say that if you are avoiding a test or rescheduling an appointment for a test, do it today. Half of us will get cancer at some point, and if you do , it’s important to know as soon as possible It’s usually my job to spread the good vibes on air, but any you have in store are welcome here. Sending lots of love to everyone. person in a similar boat or who has returned to earth.