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Cat Burns Announces Breast Reduction Surgery

Published 8 January 2026

Singer Cat Burns announced on Wednesday that she has undergone breast reduction surgery, describing the procedure as the start of a new chapter in her life after years of physical and emotional discomfort.

The 25-year-old musician, known for her candid sharing of personal experiences, posted a selfie from her hospital bed on her Instagram story. In the message, she explained her long-standing struggles with her body, which began around age 12. "I've always struggled with my boobies since they arrived on my chest at like 12," Burns wrote. "They caused me so much pain when exercising and I deeply hated the oversexualisation it brought." She detailed attempts to manage the issues through various bras and other adjustments but ultimately decided to proceed with the surgery while young and healthy. "I want to love my body going into the next part of my life! Today marks the start of my new life!" she added.

Burns reported that the surgery went well and shared her immediate emotional response upon seeing her mother, sister, and friend Sarah. "Had a big fat cry once I saw mum, sisty and Sarah, joyful tears btw, the amount of relief and happiness I feel is overwhelming," she wrote. She...

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