Lisa Faulkner Discloses Early-Stage Breast Cancer Surgery

Actress and television presenter Lisa Faulkner has revealed she was diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer and has undergone successful surgery. The 54-year-old shared the news in a video posted to her Instagram account on Thursday, July 2, 2026, telling her followers the procedure took place two weeks prior and that her results are clear.

Faulkner, known for roles in "EastEnders" and "Holby City" and as a winner of "Celebrity MasterChef," explained she required surgery after a routine mammogram detected the cancer. She described the operation as "quite a big op" but said doctors had successfully removed all the cancerous tissue. She is now scheduled to undergo radiotherapy in the coming weeks as a follow-up treatment.

In her message, Faulkner emphasized the critical role of screening in her early detection. She expressed deep gratitude for having attended her mammogram, stating the cancer would not have been found otherwise. She urged others not to postpone their check-ups and thanked the National Health Service for the scan and her early treatment. Her post garnered widespread support from fans, friends, and health advocacy groups, including Prevent Breast Cancer, which...