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BBC Sports Presenter Emma Louise Jones Taking TV Hiatus for Health Reasons


Emma Louise Jones announced that she's stepping back from her role as a BBC sports presenter due to ongoing health issues

Jones concluded her update by promising fans, “I’ll be back soon 💪🏻😄.” The TV personality also shared her statement via her Instagram Story, but did not reveal specifics of her condition. Days before announcing her TV break, she mourned the death of former English professional soccer player and fellow pundit Kevin Campbell, who died at age 54 on Saturday, June 15. Whenever World Cup season begins, fans become glued to their TVs to see which country will win the coveted title — while many stars get inspired to lace up their cleats and join in on the fun at home.

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