Birds of a Feather star Linda became emotional on the show as she talked about her sister’s tough few years

Linda Robson broke down as she thanked viewers for their support since her sister’s cancer diagnosis.

The Birds of a Feather actress began Friday’s Loose Women with a special message of thanks to viewers who had taken the time to send well-wishes to her sister who had recently been diagnosed with cancer.

Emotional Linda said: “I’d just like to say thank you to everyone for all the tweets I’ve had about my sister Tina.

“She lost her husband 18 months ago, he had a heart attack and died in front of her and then a year later she got diagnosed with breast cancer.

Linda thanked viewers for sending their well-wishes for her sister

Linda’s co-hosts piled on the hugs when Linda was overcome with emotion

“So just when you think things can’t get worse, they get even worse,” she added as she began to choke up.

“But anyway, it’s grade two and she’s had her chemo and she’s had a lumpectomy and she’s now having radiotherapy and it’s all looking really really good.

“So thank you very much to everyone who’s tweeted and sent support for her and everything. Thank you.”

Linda’s fellow Loose Women then rallied around their friend and gave her a massive hug and the show went to a break.

Linda with her Birds co-stars Lesley Joseph and Pauline Quirke ( Image:ITV)
She spoke about cancer earlier this year when she appeared on TV to talk about her late mum Rita who passed away two-and-a-half years ago after being diagnosed with stomach cancer.

She discussed the impossible decision her family faced after doctors recommended Rita, who weighed just 6-stone and had symptoms of dementia, didn’t have any treatment because she was too frail to have surgery or chemotherapy.

Linda explained: “The doctors told us she was simply too frail for an operation or chemo.

Linda has been a vocal supporter of cancer charities since her mum’s death from the illness

“She never stopped recognising us, thank God. But she just wouldn’t eat in the end, all she’d agree to eat was sweets or strawberry milkshake.

“She was in the Marie Curie Hospice in Hampstead for the last few months, and she hated the staff washing her – she was a private person.

“We’d arrive to find her yelling at the nurses who were trying to help her bathe. The staff never once lost their patience, and always treated us and our mum with such respect.”

In a recent episode of the popular TV show, Birds of a Feather, actress Linda Robson opened up about her sister’s recent battle with cancer.

Linda became visibly emotional as she expressed her gratitude towards viewers who had sent well-wishes and support to her sister during this difficult time.

Linda’s sister, Tina, has been through a tough few years, having lost her husband to a heart attack just 18 months ago, followed by a diagnosis of breast cancer a year later.

Despite these challenges, Linda shared that Tina is currently undergoing treatment and her prognosis is looking positive.

This isn’t the first time Linda has been affected by cancer in her family. She previously spoke about her mother Rita’s battle with stomach cancer, which ultimately led to her passing two-and-a-half years ago. Linda recalled the heartbreaking decision her family had to make when doctors advised against treatment due to Rita’s frail condition.

Since her mother’s death, Linda has been an outspoken advocate for cancer awareness and support. She has been involved in various charity initiatives and continues to raise awareness about the importance of early detection and support for cancer patients and their families.

Linda’s emotional moment on Loose Women touched the hearts of viewers and served as a reminder of the importance of showing support and compassion towards those battling serious illnesses. It’s moments like these that highlight the power of empathy and kindness in difficult times.

As Linda continues to navigate through her sister’s cancer journey, she is grateful for the outpouring of love and support from fans and viewers. It serves as a source of strength and comfort during a challenging time for her family.