Jessie J Reflects on Cancer Battle at NYE Hootenanny

Singer Jessie J opened up about her battle with breast cancer during a poignant appearance on BBC Two's Jools Holland's Annual Hootenanny on New Year's Eve 2025, urging viewers not to let their worst days define their lives as she reflected on a year marked by health challenges and personal growth.

The 37-year-old performer, whose real name is Jessica Cornish, delivered a cover of Frank Sinatra's "My Way" during the live broadcast from London. In a brief interview with host Jools Holland before her set, she described 2025 as a tough year for many, likening it to a time of "shedding and letting go." She expressed hope that 2026 would bring more empathy and connection, adding a lighthearted note about her recovery: "I've got new boobs, big. We're looking at the positive silver lining. My nipples are looking in different directions, but we look at the positives!"

Jessie J first shared her diagnosis publicly in June 2025, revealing she had been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer in April. She underwent a mastectomy shortly afterward to remove all breast tissue, a procedure she described as successful with no evidence of further spread. Weeks later, she was readmitted to the...