Singer hopes second battle with brain tumour will inspire others
SINGER JOHN Newman has claimed he wants his battle with a brain tumour to inspire other cancer sufferers.
The Yorkshire-born 26-yearold was diagnosed with a benign brain tumour in 2012, which was successfully removed.
However, medics subsequently found a second tumour when Newman went for a routine MRI scan last year.
The Brit Award-nominated singer is set to undergo surgery and radiotherapy to remove the latest cancerous cells.
The singer claimed that his latest battle against the disease will provide an inspiration for other patients.
He said: “I’m worrying about the six weeks of radiotherapy, which will wipe me out. I kind of expected it to come back as it was so big and bad the first time.
“It’s right that I’m bringing attention to brain cancer to raise awareness. There are people in far worse situations than me and I want to give them a bit of hope.”
Newman also revealed how he turned down a role on a television talent show to concentrate on his music career.
He said: “I recently got offered to be (a judge) on The Voice UK. I just like making and releasing music. I think the show is incredible but I don’t regret saying no. If it’s right, it’ll come again in the future.”
Earlier this month, he urged people not to feel scared to visit their doctors and raise concerns about their health.
After reports that the tumour had returned first appeared, Newman posted a public statement reassuring fans that he will not stop making music.
The singer, who grew up in Settle, has released two albums, Tribute in 2013 and last year’s Revolve. He received three nominations including Best British Male Solo Artist at the Brit Awards in 2014.