TV star Davina McCall was seen for the first time following her brain tumour operation in a moving Instagram video.
The Masked Singer judge shared the news that she was undergoing surgery to remove the tumour earlier this month. While recovering, Davina said that her boyfriend, hairdresser Michael, would be looking after her and keeping her followers up to date.
However, in her most recent update, Davina has shared a video from her bed, informing fans of her progress.
Davina McCall shares health update following brain tumour op
Resting her head on her pillow, Davina welcomed her video by expressing an “enormous heartfelt thank you to everybody who has message me or been in touch”.
While choking up, the TV legend said it has “meant the world” to have received such support. Despite a “mad” response, Davina explained she was feeling better for being back at home. She added: “I’m on the other side.
“My short term memory is remiss but that is something I can work on so I’m really happy about that. I’m writing down everything that I’m doing to keep myself feeling safe.”
Davina explained that her boyfriend and her step-mum Gaby, who she said has been “an amazing rock her whole life”, have been looking after her.
As she started to get emotional again, Davina shared how “grateful” and “lucky” she was to be in great hands as she recovers.
In her caption, Davina continued to express her gratitude.
“Hey!!! Thank you. For the messages. It’s meant the world. Just want to thank @mdlondon, who gets best boyfriend ever award. Voted for by me and everyone that knows us. Also… best mum ever award… goes to @gabbamccall. Thank you mumma. For being best grandma… and mumma ever,” she wrote.
“I am feeling much better. Had a great night sleep in my own bed. Have a couple of sleeps during the day which keeps my brain clear… slowly slowly… huge gratitude, and love for the world and my life and the beautiful people in it. Thank you to all my friends. You are the best. Thank you to @clevelandclinic and my amazing neurosurgeon. Kevin. I love you . Thank you Sydney, Sarah, and all the amazing beautiful souls that cared for me.”
“Get used to this. It’s going to be pouring out of me,” Davina concluded.
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‘Get better soon superstar’
Given her national treasure status in television, Davina received floods of support from her showbiz pals in the comments section.
“Awww so happy you’re back home Davina, we all love ya!!” singer Olly Murs wrote.
“Awwww love you Davina and so happy you’re back safe and well,” Duncan James shared.
“Get better soon superstar,” Alison Hammond remarked.
“Wonderful to see you doing so good D love. Healing vibes across the way. Promise to do what doc says. Love you lady,” Zoe Ball wrote.
“You’re amazing Davina. And we all love you so much,” Craig David added.
“Good to see your lovely face. Rest up and let those lovely people take care of you,” Ruth Langsford shared.
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