Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · June 8, 2025 · Entertainment

Jessie J's Heartfelt Clues: Unveiling Her Breast Cancer Journey Before the Announcement

Jessie J appeared to drop a hint about her cancer diagnosis weeks ago during a performance in London

SINGER JESSIE J'S SHOCKING CANCER DIAGNOSIS: Singer, 37, Reveals Breast Cancer Battle After Secretly Struggling for Months

In a shocking revelation that has left fans stunned and supporters rallying around her, British pop sensation Jessie J has finally opened up about her breast cancer diagnosis. The 37-year-old singer, known for her powerful voice and hit songs like "No Secrets" and "Living My Best Life," had been secretly battling the illness for months before announcing it on social media.

According to sources close to the star, Jessie first dropped a hint about her health struggles during a performance at London's Union Chapel back in May. During the show, she told fans that she was prioritizing self-care and having fun, subtly referencing her own personal battles. "I know we're all going through our own stuff," she said, leaving many to wonder if there was more to it.

But the announcement appears all the more poignant now given what Jessie is reported to have told fans while performing at Union Chapel on May 20

But it wasn't until this week that Jessie took to social media to reveal the devastating news: she has been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer. The singer shared a heartfelt post on Instagram, revealing that she had been dealing with the diagnosis for nine weeks and had been feeling overwhelmed by the pressure of hiding her health struggles while working tirelessly on new music.

Jessie J's revelation comes just days after the release of her comeback single "No Secrets," which has been topping charts around the world. However, the singer revealed that she discovered her cancer diagnosis before the song's release in April and had been putting off sharing the news to focus on her career. "I've always shared everything with you guys," she wrote on Instagram. "But this time, I've been struggling to process it because I'm working so hard."

In a bold move, Jessie decided to be open and honest about her diagnosis, revealing that she would be undergoing surgery after performing at the Summertime Ball in London on June 15. The singer joked about getting a "boob job" during the operation, but made it clear that her priority was her health.

In the clip, Jessie said: 'Hi, I have been going back and forth a little bit on whether to share it. I want to but there's lots of opinions outside...

The news has sent shockwaves through the music industry, with Jessie's friends and fans rallying around her. Singer Rita Ora was among the first to offer her support, writing on Instagram: "Your literally my favourite person and I'm praying for you... my mum had it too, so I know how tough this is." Paloma Faith, JLS star Marvin Humes, and Strictly Come Dancing's Amy Dowden also offered their well-wishes and solidarity.

Radio 2 Breakfast Show host Scott Mills paid tribute to Jessie on air, saying: "We're sending all the Radio 2 love your way, Jessie. Sending so much love to you and your family... we'll see you in Chelmsford."

As fans continue to pour out their support for Jessie J, it's clear that the singer is facing this challenge head-on with her signature strength and resilience. With her massive talent, unwavering spirit, and unshakeable bond with her fans, Jessie J is sure to come out on top in this battle against breast cancer.

Last month she performed at the BAFTA Television Awards in London, making her grand return to the stage to sing The Award Goes To

TheScholarlyNote.com EXCLUSIVE

  • Jessie J's Cancer Battle Timeline: May 20: Singer drops hint about health struggles during performance at Union Chapel
  • April 25: "No Secrets" released, with Jessie later revealing she had been diagnosed with breast cancer before the song's release
  • June 15: Summertime Ball performance, after which Jessie will undergo surgery
  • September: Jessie J to perform at Radio 2 in the Park in Chelmsford

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Continuing the lighthearted mood, she wrote in the caption: 'No (more) Secrets and is it too soon to do a remix called Living My Breast Life?'

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Later reflecting on her news, Jessie wrote on her Instagram Story: 'Just shared (posted) something super personal I have been holding onto for 9 weeks'

Jessie's celeb pals including Rita Ora and Marvin Humes flooded her post with supportive comments and well wishes