Glasgow radio legend Alan Brazil has revealed he underwent a “life-saving operation” after vanishing from his talkSPORT breakfast show, telling fans he is now focusing on recovering in private.
The 66-year-old broadcaster confirmed his medical emergency after weeks of absence from the airwaves.
He shared the news with listeners on social media, thanking medical staff and asking for privacy as he recovers.
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In a statement, Mr Brazil said: "Hi guys, I hope that everyone’s well.
"Some of you will have noticed that I've not been around.
"I recently had a life-saving operation and I’m deeply grateful to the brilliant medical team who have looked after me.
"It will be some time yet before I'm fully back to myself and for now I am focused on my recovery in private.
"Thank you to my family and those close to me who've been supporting me/ putting up with me!
"I’ll see you all soon."
Brazil has been a staple of the talkSPORT morning show for more than 25 years.
Messages of support have poured in from fans and listeners.
One wrote: "Get well soon and best wishes on your recovery.
"You will be back stronger and fitter in no time.
"Onwards."
Another added: "Speedy recovery Al, miss you on the radio, it just isn’t the same.
"All the best until you're back on, big man."
This is not the first recent health scare for Mr Brazil.
The programme cut to a commercial break before co-host Gabby Agbonlahor told listeners that Mr Brazil was feeling unwell.
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Upon his return, Brazil said: "The big news this morning is I'm alive and kicking.
"It was my ears.
"I had a big infection in my right ear, and my left ear was blocked.
"I was sat here thinking I was going to fall off my chair.
"It's the worst I have been, terrible."
Mr Brazil is also known for his career as a professional footballer, having played for Ipswich Town and the Scotland national team.
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