Rylan Clark has shared that his beloved mother, Linda Clark, 72, has been rushed to Princess Alexandra Hospital following a sudden mystery illness.
The 36-year-old presenter took to Instagram on Friday to update fans with the emotional news, confirming he would be stepping back from his BBC Radio 2 duties this weekend.
“Mummy Linda isn’t well sadly so I won’t be hosting the show tomorrow,” Rylan wrote in his story.
“Thank you to the emergency team at Princess Alexandra Hospital. Especially Tanya who really looked after my mum.
Will keep you updated as she’s on the mend. She’s a trooper. x”
The heartfelt update comes after Linda won the hearts of viewers with her son on Celebrity Gogglebox, where her sharp wit and dry humour made her an instant fan favourite.
But Linda’s health has long been a source of concern for Rylan — and this latest scare has reignited fears among fans.
A History of Health Battles
This isn’t the first time Rylan has had to share worrying news about his mum. In 2023, he revealed Linda had suffered a terrifying fall while in Marbella, requiring emergency surgery. The pair were flown home on a private plane after the incident.
He later reassured fans with an update:
“She’s doing really well thankfully. All going good. Cheers for all your messages x”
In a second post, he added:
“Now chatting away with a lovely lady next to her. On the mend! Cheers again for all your lovely messages.”
The Bond That Captivated a Nation
Since 2019, the mother-son duo has been a staple of Channel 4’s Gogglebox celebrity editions, adored for their hilarious banter and close bond.
However, they were notably absent from the most recent series due to Linda’s ongoing health struggles — and now fans are once again rallying in concern.
Living With a Devastating Illness
Linda has bravely battled Crohn’s disease since her 30s — a chronic and debilitating condition that causes inflammation in the digestive tract.
It’s a disease that has dictated much of her adult life. Rylan has spoken openly about the daily challenges his mother faces, revealing she often needs multiple operations, a daily cocktail of medications, and has endured lengthy hospital stays.
In 2017, she was hospitalized for six weeks due to Crohn’s-related complications.
“She’s not in the best health with her other conditions, and this has made it more complicated,” Rylan shared at the time.
In October that year, he joyfully revealed that Linda had finally been well enough to visit his home for the first time in two months.
A Brush With Sepsis
Linda’s health scare history doesn’t end there.
In 2018, she contracted sepsis — a life-threatening infection that nearly cost her her life.
Rylan opened up to the Daily Mail about the terrifying period:
“My mum lost her job because of the disease — it completely dictates her life. When she was diagnosed, it hit her hard because it hadn’t been picked up early enough.”
He continued:
“The earlier you catch it, the easier it is to manage. I grew up around her illness. It shaped our lives.
It was scary — sometimes she couldn’t come on school trips. Other times, she was too embarrassed to let my friends stay over.”
Stepping Back to Be by Her Side
With Linda’s health once again in question, Rylan has understandably pulled out of his usual Saturday slot on BBC Radio 2, choosing instead to stay close to his mother during this critical time.
While the exact nature of her current illness hasn’t been disclosed, fans have flooded social media with messages of support, many calling Linda “a national treasure” and praising Rylan’s devotion to her.
As of now, no further updates have been shared — but Rylan’s message, “She’s a trooper,” has offered a glimmer of hope.
A Family That Continues to Inspire
Despite the setbacks, Rylan and Linda’s relationship has continued to inspire fans. Their appearances on Gogglebox were more than just entertainment — they offered an honest, often moving glimpse into the resilience and love shared between mother and son.
As Linda recovers, viewers across the UK are sending thoughts and prayers, hoping for a full and speedy recovery for a woman who has faced so much — yet still brings joy to millions.
Stay tuned for updates as Rylan promises to keep fans informed.
Source: DailyMail.co.uk
