Former ESPN Reporter Britt McHenry Reveals She Has A Brain Tumor

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Former ESPN reporter turned FOX news host Britt McHenry is opening up about a personal health issue on social media.

On Thursday McHenry took to Twitter to reveal that she was going to have surgery after doctors discovered she had a brain tumor.

MRI tomorrow for neck and brain. Never had one before, pretty nervous. 😕

— Britt McHenry (@BrittMcHenry) February 25, 2020

I had good & bad news today. Overwhelmed by the support by friends & strangers alike. With the best surgeons and doctors. Just another thing to take on 💪🏼.

Please I can’t stress enough, make your check-ups. Get an MRI early. It could have saved me.

— Britt McHenry (@BrittMcHenry) February 26, 2020

I was trying to keep this relatively private. But as usual, things are being said without my consent.

I have a brain tumor. I’m with an amazing medical team and surgery is imminent. Thank you for continued support and understanding at this time.

— Britt McHenry (@BrittMcHenry) February 27, 2020

McHenry’s former ESPN and Fox News colleagues took to Twitter to wish her well after he diagnosis.

Sending you much love and strength. We are all behind you. 💕

— Megyn Kelly (@megynkelly) February 27, 2020

We are all with you @BrittMcHenry https://t.co/USQIPXA1aN

— Seth Markman (@tunasweasel) February 27, 2020

Sending love and strength Brit. Please let me know if there’s anything we can do.

— Meghan McCain (@MeghanMcCain) February 27, 2020

I am so sorry Britt! You have a powerful base behind you sending love and prayers ❤️🙏🏻

— Tammy Bruce (@HeyTammyBruce) February 27, 2020

Sending love strength and prayers. Here for you if you need me. Always. Xo

— Janice Dean (@JaniceDean) February 27, 2020