UMVA has learned that Greg James, the popular broadcaster, has shared a heart-wrenching update on his father's health, revealing that his dad, Alan Milward, is back in intensive care.
Greg took to his Instagram Story to inform his followers about his father's condition, sharing a poignant selfie from outside the ICU with a thumbs-up and a cheeky comment that it's an "absolute hoot" in there. The 40-year-old broadcaster has been absent from his BBC Radio 1 show for two days, and his post hinted at the challenges his family has been facing.
According to information obtained by UMVA, Alan Milward recently underwent heart surgery, which was a longer procedure than expected. Greg expressed his gratitude to his family, the surgeons, nurses, and the NHS, saying they've all "gone mad" during this trying time.
Greg's emotional post revealed that his father's surgery went okay, but he's still far from out of the woods. The broadcaster admitted he's not in the right state to host his radio show, joking that he's posting photos from intensive care. He thanked his followers for their supportive messages and referenced England's recent World Cup win, saying "it's coming home," but his dad "isn't for a while."
UMVA can exclusively reveal that Greg has been candid about the difficulties his family has faced over the past few months. In another post, he described it as a "wild few months," sharing a video of his parents' water fountain and explaining that they're waiting for news and trying to stay calm.
As Greg prepares to return to his radio show, his followers are eagerly awaiting his comeback. For now, his father's health remains a top priority, and Greg's social media posts offer a glimpse into the challenges he's facing as a devoted son.
