Johnnie Walker has been diagnosed with the incurable condition idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (Image: Getty) BBC Radio 2 DJ Johnnie Walker has issued heartfelt thanks to fans for their kind words as he struggles with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. The condition, which is incurable, sees the lungs become scarred and breathing becomes increasingly difficult. Despite his condition, the veteran broadcaster has continued to present his radio shows from his home in Dorset.
The 79-year-old now requires 24-hour care, is wheelchair-bound, and is reliant on an oxygen machine. His primary carer is his wife of 22 years Tiggy. During the latest instalment of his show Sounds of the 70s (23 June), he read out a message from a listener, Jeanette Beale from West Sussex, who thoughtfully requested the song You’ve Got A Friend, which they wanted to be played as a show of support for the legendary star.
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