Jessie J says she’ll ‘disappear for a bit’ after breast cancer diagnosis, fans send prayers for strength

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Jessie J has shared that she’s been diagnosed with breast cancer, revealing the news in a candid Instagram video on Tuesday, June 3.

The 36-year-old singer said she had been struggling with whether or not to make the diagnosis public.

Jessie J diagnosed with breast cancer

The pop star, who recently released her song 'No Secrets' in April, said she has always been open with fans and wanted to continue that honesty.

“I want to share it with my fans and the people that care about me, and also I'm a sharer. I've always shared everything that I go through in my life," Jessie began.

She continued in the video, "Before 'No Secrets' came out, I was diagnosed with early breast cancer." She noted that she was going through many medical evaluations.

“I'm highlighting the word early. Cancer sucks in any form, but I'm holding on to the word early,” Jessie said, adding, “I have been in and out of tests throughout this whole period," People reported. 

The singer said she chose to “be open and share it,” explaining, “One, because selfishly, I do not talk about it enough."

"I'm not processing it because I'm working so hard. I also know how much sharing in the past has helped me with other people giving me their love and support, and also their own stories," she revealed. 

Jessie and her boyfriend, Chanan Safir Colman, 41, welcomed their son, Sky, in May 2023, after a two-year relationship.

"He has exceeded my expectations as a father beyond my imagination. I'm so grateful that he is so present and just so willing to adapt around obviously my career," she recently said. 

Jessie J says she's going to disappear for surgery 

Jessie J explained her diagnosis wasn’t something she had planned, and even joked about the upcoming surgery.

“It's a very dramatic way to get a boob job,” she said. “I am going to disappear for a bit after Summertime Ball to have my surgery, and I will come back with massive t*** and more music.” Capital’s Summertime Ball is set for Sunday, June 15.

She added with relief, “I'm getting to keep [my] nipples,” and called that “good.”

In the caption to her video post, Jessie J reflected on what the last two months had been like while also keeping her sense of humor.

“No (more) Secrets and is it too soon to do a remix called ‘Living my breast life’?" 🥴

"All jokes aside (You know it’s one of the ways I get through hard times) This last 2 months have been so amazing, and having this go on along side it on the sideline’s has given me the most incredible perspective. BUT… Your girl needs a hug.  Also not getting massive t***. Or am I? No no… I must stop joking.”

Colman recently wished Jessie a happy Mother's Day in a heartfelt post on Instagram, posting a picture of her along with their son.

He captioned the post, " Watching you become a mother 😍!"

"Not just creating life, but nurturing, teaching, loving, and injecting our little human with so much personality, humor, and wisdom—has been the single most poetic thing I’ve ever witnessed in real life," he wrote.

"Thank you for loving on our son the way you do and thank you for you ❤️ Happy 🇬🇧 Mother’s Day, baby," he concluded. 

Fans and celebrities join in to support Jessie J

Jessie J’s post quickly drew support from celebrities and fans. Gaby Roslin wrote, “Sending you so much love and enormous hugs 🥰.”

Jahnavi Harrison offered words of encouragement, commenting, “Much much love and prayers for strength and courage to go through whatever lies ahead ❤️❤️❤️ thank you for allowing us to cheer for you and send our love.”

Rita Ora, who shared a personal connection, commented, “Your literally my favourite person and I’m praying for you you’ve got this. My mother had it and I know the surgery and any treatment on this matter is mentally tough so I’m here for you. X.”

Amber Riley also chimed in with, “I’m praying for you.”

One fan wrote, “You are the strongest person Jess. Sending you so much love and light for your healthy healing.”

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