TV personality Jaquie Brown on cancer reveal: 'It’s bumpy, I'm emotional'
New Zealand television personality Jaquie Brown has shared her emotional journey following a breast cancer diagnosis and subsequent mastectomy. She is currently undergoing radiation treatment and has spoken openly about the kindness of medical staff during her recovery.
Why it matters
Public figures sharing personal health battles can raise awareness for early screening and provide emotional support to others facing similar diagnoses.
In an emotional chat with RNZ’s Afternoons, Brown said she’s just begun radiation treatment following a recent breast cancer diagnosis and mastectomy.
Afternoons 24 August 2026 5 min read Caption: New Zealand television personality Jaquie Brown was diagnosed with cancer in April. Photo credit: Jaquie Brown, Facebook TV personality Jaquie Brown had radiation treatment on Monday following her breast cancer diagnosis and it was a hug from one of the nurses that brought her to tears.
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