Beloved TV personality Rylan Clark has shared a heartfelt and worrying update with fans, revealing that his mother, Linda Clark, 72, has been urgently admitted to hospital due to an undisclosed illness. In a candid Instagram story posted on Friday evening, the This Morning and BBC Radio 2 presenter expressed his gratitude to the emergency medical team and announced he would be stepping back from his professional duties to care for his mother.
“Mummy Linda isn’t well sadly so I won’t be hosting the show tomorrow,” Rylan wrote. “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.”
A Much-Loved Duo
Linda Clark is no stranger to the public eye. Over the years, she has become a fan favourite in her own right thanks to her warm, witty appearances alongside her son on Celebrity Gogglebox. Their on-screen chemistry and genuine bond have captivated viewers, who now join Rylan in expressing concern and well-wishes for her speedy recovery.
But this isn’t Linda’s first health scare—and fans familiar with the Clark family know that her journey has been marked by years of chronic illness and repeated hospitalisations.
A Longstanding Battle with Crohn’s Disease
Linda has lived with Crohn’s disease, a painful and debilitating inflammatory bowel condition, since her early 30s. The illness causes chronic inflammation of the digestive tract, leading to symptoms such as severe abdominal pain, fatigue, weight loss, and malnutrition. Over the years, it has taken a toll on both her physical and emotional well-being.
Rylan has often spoken candidly about the impact Crohn’s had not just on his mother, but on their family life when he was growing up.
“She was so embarrassed about her symptoms, sometimes I couldn’t even have mates over,” Rylan previously revealed in an emotional interview. “Watching her go through it—missing work, being in pain, feeling ashamed—it was hard.”
Linda’s health battles have been numerous and frightening. In 2017, she spent six weeks in hospital due to complications from Crohn’s. A year later, she survived a life-threatening case of sepsis, which left Rylan deeply shaken.
2023: The Fall That Changed Everything
In 2023, Linda suffered yet another terrifying ordeal while holidaying in Marbella, Spain. She endured a serious fall that required emergency surgery. Rylan immediately flew to her side, arranging a private jet to bring her back to the UK for treatment.
Despite the trauma, he kept his followers informed throughout, often sharing updates filled with hope and admiration for his mother’s resilience.
“She’s chatting away and bossing the nurses around – so that’s a good sign,” he joked in one update. “She’s doing really well considering.”
“She’s a Trooper”: Fans Rally Behind the Family
Now, with this most recent health emergency, concern is again mounting for Linda’s condition. While Rylan did not disclose the specific nature of her illness this time, he assured fans that she is receiving excellent care and is in safe hands.
“Will keep you updated as she’s on the mend,” he wrote. “She’s a trooper.”
The phrase isn’t just a throwaway line. For Rylan and his fans, it has come to symbolize Linda’s unbreakable spirit. Despite enduring multiple surgeries, long hospital stays, and a relentless condition, she continues to fight with grace, humour, and strength.
Rylan’s decision to step back from hosting his BBC Radio 2 show this weekend has been met with widespread support from fans and fellow celebrities alike, who have flooded his social media with messages of love and encouragement.
The Human Side of Fame
Behind the glamorous career and cheeky on-screen persona, Rylan has always remained remarkably grounded and family-oriented. He has never shied away from sharing the real-life struggles that come with caring for a chronically ill parent—a reality that resonates with many.
“Fame and TV mean nothing when it comes to your family’s health,” he once said. “When Mum’s in hospital, that’s the only thing that matters.”
Rylan’s openness has not only earned him admiration but also helped raise awareness about Crohn’s disease and the daily challenges faced by those living with chronic illnesses—and their caregivers.
Looking Ahead
At the time of writing, Linda is still in hospital, and no further medical details have been disclosed. However, Rylan remains optimistic and plans to share more updates as her condition improves.
In the meantime, fans across the UK and beyond are sending their thoughts and prayers to the Clark family, hoping for yet another show of resilience from the woman who’s affectionately known as “Mummy Linda.”
Stay tuned for more updates on Linda’s recovery—and follow us for more stories that remind us of the strength behind every public figure.
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