Kanya King CBE, the founder of the MOBO Awards, has been diagnosed with stage 4 bowel cancer. Announcing her diagnosis on Instagram, King expresses how it has given her a renewed sense of purpose. She aims to use her platform to raise awareness about health equity and inspire others facing illness.
Kanya King CBE, the founder of the prestigious MOBO (Music of Black Origin) Awards, has revealed that she has been diagnosed with stage 4 bowel cancer. The activist and media personality shared the news through a heartfelt Instagram video, expressing how the diagnosis has provided her with a renewed sense of purpose. She encouraged her followers to persist with medical concerns and not ignore potential health issues, acknowledging the unexpected nature of her condition.
In her video, King spoke about her journey, sharing that this diagnosis, though difficult, would be another challenge she would overcome. She emphasized that her life’s focus is not just on longevity, but on living deeply and that this diagnosis has intensified her resolve to make a positive impact. King also expressed her commitment to using her platform to raise awareness about health equity and to motivate others who are battling chronic illnesses.
Since founding the MOBO Awards in 1996, Kanya King has been a trailblazer in the music industry, highlighting underrepresented genres and providing a platform for groundbreaking artists like Stormzy, Amy Winehouse, and Skepta. Her work with the awards has had a lasting impact on the British music scene and has helped elevate the global recognition of Black music. Following her announcement, King received an outpouring of support from friends, family, and fans, all rallying behind her during this challenging time.
