Tony Blackburn gives update on health and return to BBC Radio 2

The legendary broadcaster took to Twitter to share that he had been discharged from the hospital after three weeks. 

He shared that he had a chest infection and struggled to recover, forcing him to take time away from the radio. 

Blackburn was treated at Wellington Hospital in London, as the I’m A Celebrity winner took time to thank staff who aided his recovery. 

After three weeks in hospital I have just been discharged and am now at home to have some more treatment by having a daily injection for a few days from a hospital near me. Thanks to everyone at the Wellington Hospital in London doctors and nurses , for looking after me . After…

— Tony Blackburn (@tonyblackburn) May 3, 2023

Tony Blackburn to return to BBC Radio 2 show following illness

In the statement posted on his Twitter, Blackburn wrote: “After three weeks in hospital I have just been discharged and am now at home to have some more treatment by having a daily injection for a few days from a hospital near me.

“Thanks to everyone at the Wellington Hospital in London doctors and nurses, for looking after me.

“After my treatment and a rest I look forward to getting back @BBCRadio2 and @BBCLOCALRADIO to doing what I love doing.

“Just want to thank all my friends for your lovely messages, you are all so kind to think about me xx”

During the DJ’s time off air, fellow BBC Radio host, Johnnie Walker took the lead on Sound of the 60s.