Chris Kamara: Latest News

Chris Kamara’s health battle has been so tough it made him want to quit TV.The presenter, 64, was heartbroken when he was diagnosed with speech apraxia. It was so severe he was left struggling to speak and was left convinced his career as a TV commentator was over for good.In an emotional interview, he told the Daily Star Sunday: “Ten months ago, I could hardly talk. The words hardly came out.

Chris Kamara ended up in tears as he opened up about his new way of life since his diagnosis of speech apraxia.

He said he intends to be “one of the people” who beat apraxia.Chris continued to The Daily Mail: “It has been crazy, unbelievable, lovely, and I thank the public for that and all of my friends and colleagues.

BEN Shephard has told of Soccer Saturday legend Chris Kamara's brave health battle as his gruelling treatments were revealed. The Good Morning Britain host, 47, updated fans on the TV star's condition as he fights Apraxia of Speech. Kammy, 64, opened up about his secret struggle after fans spotted him slurring his words.

Chris Kamara stepped down from his role at Sky Sports after 24 years with the channel, amid his struggles with his speech. MORE: Lorraine Kelly sends her support to 'very precious' friend amid health woesChris, 64, shared that he also offered to quit his role on ITV’s The Games, but was persuaded to stay.

Chris Kamara is battling to be ready for his TV comeback.The presenter has been diagnosed with apraxia of speech, which makes it difficult for him to talk and has forced him to quit Soccer Saturday after 24 years.But he is determined to be fighting fit in time for the start of his new show The Games on ITV next week.Brave Chris is having regular treatments to help him beat his condition.He said: "I am doing so many things. I’m trying absolutely everything to get it sorted.

Chris Kamara has said he was tearful too as he watched Jeff Stelling "choke up" when paying tribute to him - and he has offered fans a positive health update.Soccer Saturday host Stelling struggled to contain his emotions as he announced his Sky Sports colleague and good friend would be leaving the channel on Saturday's show. Kammy's departure comes after he revealed earlier this year that he is suffering with apraxia of the speech.The moment, which was followed by a six-minute long montage of his best bits, had the 64-year-old crying in unison with Stelling while watching at home. He later tweeted: "Big thanks to everyone once again for your best wishes today.

Good Morning Britain presenters Ben Shephard and Charlotte Hawkins spoke to Soccer Saturday host Chris Kamara during the Friday edition of the ITV news programme. Chris, 64, revealed he is currently in therapy after being diagnosed with speech disorder Apraxia, meaning he can sometimes struggle to get his words out.As the interview began about the forthcoming series of Ninja Warriors, the conversation eventually turned to Kamara's health as Charlotte asked how he was and whether the public's support had helped him.Chris replied: "It was incredible, today's a good day, today I think I'm fine, I don't know how I sound but it seems as if I'm okay."I'm not really sure about how it comes out because if I explain my Apraxia, it's like we take for granted the fact that when we think and coming through our speech, it's comfortable, it's easy, it's natural."My Apraxia when it's bad stops those signals from that brain going to that mouth so it slows it's down.

Lorraine Kelly, 62, has taken to Twitter to share her support for Chris Kamara, 64, who has been diagnosed with a speech disorder. In the tweet, which she posted on Sunday, the television host wished Chris well and said he was “very precious”.She said: “Sending you so much love you gorgeous man.“Take care of yourself - you are very very precious to us all.”This came after Chris Kamara posted the day before.The ex-footballer said, in view of his 1.8 million followers: “Just wanted to let a few of you know who tweeted me today that I am ok-ish.“Alongside my thyroid problem I have developed apraxia of speech & have been working to get my speech back to normal.”Chris was honest about how the disorder has affected him.He added: “Some days it can be a little slow and some days it’s normal.

Football pundit Chris Kamara suffered from slurred speech on Soccer Saturday last weekend. Ex-midfielder Chris - aka ‘Kammy’ - worried fans during his TV appearance, and took to Twitter to explain what was wrong.The Ninja Warrior presenter, 64, wrote: “Just wanted to let a few of you know who tweeted me today that I am ok ish. “Alongside my thyroid problem I have developed apraxia of speech and have been working to get my speech back to normal.

Sky Sports broadcaster Chris Kamara, has given a health update after being diagnosed with a thyroid condition.The news comes after viewers raised concern for his welfare on Saturday when they noticed the football favourite was slurring his words. Chris, 64, was covering Shrewsbury Town's League One trip to Rotherham on Saturday afternoon when he first sparked fears amongst Sky viewers.His slurred speech caused many fans to tweet and ask him if he was okay. The much-loved broadcaster and former pro midfielder subsequently took to Twitter to tell his 1.8 million followers that he was suffering from a new health condition that impedes his ability to talk.He wrote: “Just wanted to let a few of you know who tweeted me today that I am ok ish. “Alongside my Thyroid problem I have developed Apraxia of Speech and have been working to get my speech back to normal. “Some days it can be a little slow and some days it’s normal. Hopefully I can beat this!”Apraxia of speech is a condition which makes talking difficult, with those afflicted finding it difficult to communicate their words clearly. The former Middlesbrough footballer was inundated with support in the comments section from followers and friends alike.  Dan Walker, 45, tweeted out in view of his 752,500 followers: “Stay strong Kammy.

Broadcaster Chris Kamara has addressed concerns after Soccer Saturday viewers were left worried for his health.

Lorraine Kelly, 61, has taken to social media to send a message of support to TV presenter Chris Kamara, 63. The former footballer, who is also known as Kammy, told his Twitter followers he had been struggling with his health for the past 19 months.He explained that seven months ago, he was diagnosed with an underactive thyroid, also known as hypothyroidism.As a result, Chris’ mental health was also impacted in recent months.In view of his 1.7 million followers, he penned: “Last 19 months have been the most challenging of my life“Before then I thought I was invincible.“7 months ago i was diagnosed with an under active Thyroid.“My mental health suffered because I didn’t let people know how I was feeling.Chris concluded: “Don’t be a mug like

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dementia after he suffered from brain fog and slurred speech. After getting the all-clear following a brain scan, he had a blood test and was diagnosed with an underactive thyroid.

Express.co.uk: “I’m quite lucky. “We have quite a few animals at home, so I get out to look after them, and my youngest son and his partner live next door with their three-year-old daughter Connie, so they’re always there.”He added: “And my other son, in the first lockdown, the week before lockdown, came to live with us. “He’s moved out now, back to his house, but we do childcare once a week with his two kids, so we get to see them as well.“So we’re quite fortunate, there are a lot of people who are worse off than we are.”Kammy went on to admit his concerns that lockdown has flown by for him and his family, as they have kept themselves busy. The former Leeds United midfielder divulged that taking care of their grandchildren has brought him

Helen Skelton addresses future on Springtime On The Farm[LATEST]Bill Turnbull reacts to Susanna Reid amid Breakfast 'power cut'[TV]Rod Stewart addresses dangers of prostate cancer outside clinic[HEALTH]Chris addressed his health concerns on Steph's Packed Lunch, as he talked about his diagnosis.After growing fears, he underwent a scan, which concluded there was "no loss of brain mass and very few lesions".He later took a blood test which determined the cause.Chris explained: "What I’m suffering with is a swollen tongue, which causes you to slur your words."It slows down, not your thoughts, your thoughts are there but transferring those thoughts to the mouth, to talk coherently."He added his other symptoms include feeling cold, weakness in

Express.co.uk, Kammy said: “No, I love my football. “I’ve been with Sky now since 1998, you don’t get a manager’s job for that long. “I’ve been part of the furniture and it’s been great, the company has been great for me.”The pundit and former professional footballer went on to share his sadness over some of his co-stars losing their jobs recently.Kammy’s long-time Soccer Saturday colleagues Matt Le Tissier, Phil Thompson and Charlie Nicholas were axed back in August last year.They were sacked after Sky decided to revamp their programming over the summer.Kammy added in reference to the news: “It was a shame when some of the boys in the team got put out to grass, so to speak, and I never take anything for granted.”The star went on to reveal

© @Copyright HELLO! Hello! Magazine Holly Willoughby's new show The Real Games has been temporarily cancelled due to health and safety concerns caused by the coronavirus pandemic, ITV has confirmed. MORE: Holly Willoughby leaves Dancing on Ice viewers speechless in sheer black gownThe This Morning host, 39, was due to team up with Top Gear's Freddie Flintoff to present the new celebrity game show.

The mum-of-three had been due to present The Real Games alongside former cricketer Andrew Flintoff. But the programme has been put on ice because of the pandemic.

Holly Willoughby, 39, and former cricketer Freddie Flintoff, 43, had signed to present the games show which would see an array of celebrities compete in various challenges.Alex Scott, 36, and Chris Kamara, 63, were set to complete the line up as a trackside reporter and commentator.

direct to your inboxHolly Willoughby's new ITV show has been postponed over safety fears amid the coronavirus pandemic.This Morning presenter Holly was due to host The Real Games with Lancashire cricketing legend Freddie Flintoff this year but the show has been shelved.

Ben Shephard, 45, will name the winner of Ninja Warrior UK tonight alongside fellow hosts Rochelle Humes and Chris Kamara.

Ben Shephard, 45, alongside Rochelle Humes and Chris Kamara, will host the grand final of the popular challenging obstacle course of Ninja Warrior UK as a new winner is crowned.Ben and wife Annie Perks have been married for 16 years after tying the knot in 2004.The couple have two sons together Jack, 14, and Sam, 13.Ben tends to keep his private life away from the spotlight, however, he has been seen to share some glimpses with fans on social media.Like many during this pandemic, Ben had to rely on wife Annie as his personal hairstylist as lockdown restrictions prevented him from visiting the barbers.Back in April, Ben took to his Instagram to show how wife Annie had the task of giving him a trim.Before the trim, Ben posted a picture of him