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Jessie J says she is cancer-free after breast cancer battle

Published 22 May 2026

Singer Jessie J has announced she is cancer-free after a year-long battle with breast cancer. The 38-year-old artist shared the news on social media, posting a video documenting moments before her latest medical checkup and describing the emotional relief she felt upon receiving the results.

In her post, she wrote that she sobbed for hours and then exhaled for the first time in a year. The singer has been open about her health journey since first revealing her diagnosis in June 2025, frequently sharing updates about the challenges and recovery process she experienced.

Following her diagnosis, Jessie J canceled and postponed tour dates in the United States, United Kingdom, and Europe as she underwent treatment and a second surgery. She returned to the stage later that year, performing at the BBC Radio 2 In the Park festival in Essex. During that event, she expressed gratitude to be back performing and reflected on how her song "Living My Best Life" took on deeper meaning after her diagnosis.

She completed her "No Secrets Tour" with performances across the UK and Europe in April 2026, after originally postponing dates to undergo further treatment. In November, she released her...

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